BOSTON (Interstat) — Bucknell built an early lead and used stifling defense to secure a 62-51 women’s basketball victory over Boston University on Saturday at Agganis Arena. The Bison improved to 6-14 overall, while the Terriers fell to 7-14.

Tuana Coskun led all scorers with 26 points for Bucknell, which led 39-29 at halftime. Desirae Ashton added 14 points for the Bison. Boston University was paced by Anete Adler’s 12 points and five assists.

Bucknell’s defense was decisive, forcing 15 turnovers and recording 12 steals. The Bison also out-assisted the Terriers 12-2. Boston University, which was projected as a significant favorite by analytics, shot just 6 for 22 from three-point range in the loss. Attendance was 515.