OLEAN, N.Y. (Interstat) — Derek Simpson scored 23 points and Saint Joseph’s used a strong second half to defeat Saint Bonaventure 71-65 in an Atlantic 10 men’s basketball game Wednesday night at Reilly Center.

The Hawks, who trailed 30-28 at halftime, outscored the Bonnies 43-35 after intermission to secure the road win before a crowd of 3,678. Simpson added seven assists for Saint Joseph’s (16-10). Justice Ajogbor contributed 12 points and four blocks.

Darryl Simmons led Saint Bonaventure (14-12) with 18 points. Frank Mitchell added 12 points and six assists. The Bonnies had entered the game as a five-point favorite.

Saint Joseph’s swept the regular-season series, having also won 68-64 on Jan. 14.