HIGHLAND HEIGHTS, Ky. (Interstat) — The Northern Kentucky Norse edged the Milwaukee Panthers 67-62 in a Horizon League men’s basketball game Saturday at BB&T Arena.

Dan Gherezgher scored 22 points to lead Northern Kentucky, which improved to 14-11. Milwaukee, led by Aaron Franklin’s 10 points and 10 rebounds, fell to 9-17.

The Norse built a 36-31 halftime lead and maintained a narrow advantage throughout the second half. Northern Kentucky’s efficiency at the free-throw line, making 17 of 23 attempts, proved decisive. The Norse also capitalized on Milwaukee’s mistakes, scoring 20 points off 11 Panthers turnovers.

Milwaukee dominated inside with 30 paint points but could not overcome Northern Kentucky’s 10 made 3-pointers. Attendance was 2,903.