ITHACA, N.Y. (AP) -- Bucknell took control of a close game with a late 15-1 run and stingy defense to beat Cornell 59-44 on Saturday in men's college basketball.
The Bison (6-4) shot 60 percent in the second half for their third straight win. Chris McNaughton had 15 points and seven rebounds, while Charles Lee had 14 points, eight rebounds and five assists.
Cody Toppert scored 13 points for the Big Red (3-5). Eric Taylor had 11 points and nine rebounds. Cornell shot 31 percent for the game, including 6-of-25 in the second half.
The score was tied 26-26 at halftime.
