Horton scores 23 to lead Albany past NJIT 64-53

NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Jamel Horton matched his career high with 23 points as Albany topped NJIT 64-53 on Saturday night.

Horton hit 9 of 12 shots.

Jarvis Doles had 12 points for Albany (9-11, 5-3 America East Conference). Matt Cerruti added six rebounds. Chuck Champion had six rebounds.

Miles Coleman had 15 points and eight rebounds for the Highlanders (8-11, 3-6), who have now lost six games in a row. Dylan O'Hearn added 11 points. James Lee had 6 points and 11 rebounds.

The Great Danes also defeated NJIT 71-56 on Jan. 15.

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