HIGHLAND HEIGHTS, Ky. (AP) Sam Vinson's 14 points helped Northern Kentucky defeat Long Island 72-64 on Saturday night.

Vinson also had six rebounds, five assists, and three steals for the Norse (3-3). Michael Bradley and Marques Warrick scored 14 points apiece.

Tai Strickland led the way for the Sharks (1-5) with 18 points and two steals. Tana Kopa added 14 points for LIU. In addition, Eric Acker had 13 points and four assists.

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