THATCHER, Ariz. (Interstat) — The Eastern Arizona men’s basketball team secured a 76-67 victory over North Idaho on Friday night behind a balanced offensive effort. The Gila Monsters built a lead in a high-scoring first half and held off the Cardinal for the win. Derek Collins led Eastern Arizona with 18 points, while Ryder Bush added 13 points and seven assists. Ajayi Simmons posted a double-double for North Idaho with 10 points and 11 rebounds. Eastern Arizona improved to 5-3 with the win, while North Idaho fell to 4-2.