POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. (Interstat) — Merrimack defeated Marist 68-55 in a Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference men’s basketball game Monday afternoon at McCann Recreation Center.

The Warriors, led by Kevair Kennedy’s 20 points, used a strong second half to pull away from the Red Foxes. Merrimack led 29-25 at halftime and extended its advantage despite shooting just 4 of 17 from 3-point range. The Warriors capitalized on Marist mistakes, scoring 21 points off 13 turnovers.

Marist, which entered as a six-point favorite, struggled offensively, shooting 32.7% from the floor and making only 2 of 16 from beyond the arc. Jason Schofield led the Red Foxes with 15 points.

Attendance was 1,542. Merrimack improved to 12-8. Marist fell to 12-6.