NEWARK, N.J. (Interstat) — Gus Yalden scored 21 points to lead Vermont to a 70-64 victory over NJIT in an America East Conference men’s basketball game Saturday at Fleisher Athletic Center.

The Catamounts, who avenged a home loss to the Highlanders from January, never trailed after a 14-0 opening run. Vermont led 30-30 at halftime and maintained a narrow edge throughout the second half. NJIT’s Sebastian Robinson scored 16 points, and David Bolden and Melvyn Ebonkoli each added 15.

Vermont improved to 18-11 overall by dominating inside with 44 points in the paint and overcoming poor three-point shooting. NJIT fell to 15-14 despite converting 16 of 19 free throws. Sean Blake added 15 points for the Catamounts.