WASHINGTON (Interstat) — The Howard Bison used efficient scoring and a balanced attack to defeat non-divisional opponent Bowie State 85-69 in a men’s NCAA Division I basketball game Saturday at Burr Gymnasium.

Howard improved to 5-5 overall, shooting 50% from the floor while holding a steady lead throughout. Ose Okojie led the Bison with 17 points. Bryce Harris added 15 points and Cam Gillus scored 13. Howard built a 42-39 halftime advantage and extended it in the second half, capitalizing on 12 offensive rebounds and 11 steals despite 19 turnovers.

Bowie State’s Jaiden McGhee provided consistent offense but the Bulldogs could not close the gap. Attendance was 871. Howard next plays North Carolina A&T on Tuesday.