ALBANY, N.Y. (Interstat) — NJIT built a first-half lead and held off Albany for a 77-68 men’s basketball victory Thursday night at SEFCU Arena.

The Highlanders led 39-33 at halftime and maintained their advantage throughout the second half. David Bolden scored 15 points and Sebastian Robinson added 17 for NJIT, which improved to 10-12 overall. Amir Lindsey led all scorers with 23 points for the Great Danes, who fell to 7-15.

A crowd of 2,006 watched the America East Conference game. NJIT shot efficiently from the field while Albany struggled to find consistent offense. The Highlanders’ balanced attack, with five players scoring in double figures, proved decisive in securing the road win.