NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. (AP) Martin Kheil scored 12 points as Iona Gaels beat NJIT 72-49 on Thursday.

Kheil had five rebounds for the Gaels (2-0). Kevon Vanderhorst scored 10 points while going 4 of 8 (2 for 6 from 3-point range), and added seven rebounds and eight assists. Sadiku Ibine Ayo shot 4 for 10, including 1 for 4 from beyond the arc to finish with 10 points.

Victor Vanderstraeten led the way for the Highlanders (0-2) with 14 points, seven rebounds and two steals. David Bolden added eight points and five assists for NJIT. Brandon Stores Jr. finished with seven points.

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Both teams next play Sunday. Iona visits St. John’s and NJITsquares off against Saint Peter’s at home.

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