JERSEY CITY, N.J. (Interstat) — Saint Peter’s used a balanced and efficient offensive performance to defeat Merrimack 76-63 in a Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference men’s basketball game Sunday at Yanitelli Center.

The Peacocks shot 52% from the floor and posted an offensive rating of 124.1 on 61 possessions. Brent Bland led Saint Peter’s with 17 points and eight rebounds. Zaakir Williamson added 14 points, eight rebounds and five blocks.

The Warriors struggled from three-point range, making just 2 of 18 attempts. Ernest Shelton scored 18 points and Kevair Kennedy added 17 for Merrimack.

Saint Peter’s improved to 8-6 overall. Merrimack fell to 10-8. The teams meet again on Jan. 24 in North Andover, Massachusetts.