BRIDGEPORT, Conn. (Interstat) — Fairfield used a strong first half and held off a late push to defeat Siena 72-58 in a Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference men’s basketball game Friday night at Webster Bank Arena.

The Stags built a 37-23 halftime lead behind efficient shooting, connecting on 31 of 60 attempts from the floor overall. The Saints, who shot just 22 for 62, could not overcome the early deficit despite outscoring Fairfield in the second half. Gavin Doty led all scorers with 26 points for Siena. Braden Sparks scored 19 points and Deuce Turner added 17 for Fairfield. Both teams are now 19-11 overall this season. An announced crowd of 2,425 attended.