Clayton, Joseph power Iona to 78-72 victory over Quinnipiac

NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. (AP) — Walter Clayton Jr. scored 17 points, Nelly Junior Joseph had a double-double and Iona beat Quinnipiac 78-72 on Sunday.

Clayton added six rebounds for the Gaels (14-7, 7-3 Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference). Joseph finished with 15 points and 11 rebounds. Daniss Jenkins scored 15.

Dezi Jones totaled 24 points and six rebounds to lead the Bobcats (15-6, 6-4), who saw a six-game win streak end. Matt Balanc pitched in with 12 points, six rebounds and three steals. Luis Kortright scored 11.

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Iona's next game is Friday against Mount St. Mary's at home, and Quinnipiac hosts Marist on Tuesday.

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