ERIE, Pa. (Interstat) — Bernie Blunt scored 26 points and Qadir Martin added 20 as Mercyhurst defeated Saint Francis (PA) 98-89 in overtime Thursday night at Mercyhurst Athletic Center.

The Lakers improved to 12-12 overall after outscoring the Red Flash 19-10 in the extra period. Mercyhurst led 45-37 at halftime before Saint Francis rallied in the second half to force overtime.

Chris Moncrief led Saint Francis with 22 points. Skylar Wicks added 19 points and six assists for the Red Flash, who fell to 6-16.

Mercyhurst capitalized at the free-throw line, making 24 of 30 attempts. Saint Francis shot 15 of 22 from the line.