Iona turns back Saint Peter's 85-77 for seventh straight win

Published Jan. 30, 2022 3:48 p.m. ET

Associated Press

NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. (AP) — Nelly Junior Joseph had 17 points to lead five Iona players in double figures as the Gaels extended their winning streak to seven games, defeating Saint Peter's 85-77 on Sunday.

Ryan Myers added 15 points for the Gaels (18-3, 10-0 Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference). Elijah Joiner had 13 points, while Tyson Jolly scored 11 with eight rebounds. Dylan van Eyck also scored 11.

Doug Edert scored a season-high 21 points for the Peacocks (9-8, 7-3). Matthew Lee scored a career-high 20 points. KC Ndefo had 14 points.

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