LORETTO, Pa. (Interstat) — Darin Smith scored 34 points to lead Central Connecticut to a 98-90 men’s basketball victory over Saint Francis (Pa.) on Saturday at DeGol Arena.

The Blue Devils improved to 10-6 overall. The Red Flash fell to 4-14.

Central Connecticut led 47-43 at halftime and maintained its edge in the second half. Jay Rodgers added 13 points and 13 assists for the Blue Devils. Ahmad Harrison led Saint Francis with 17 points and seven assists.

The teams were even with 24 points each in the paint, but Central Connecticut held a 17-10 advantage in fast-break points. Attendance was 768.