PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) Myles Blackley had 15 points as New Hampshire opened the year Monday with a 59-55 win over Brown Bears.

Blackley also contributed seven rebounds for the Wildcats. Tyler Bike shot 3 for 10 from the field, including 2 for 5 from 3-point range, and 5 for 6 from the free-throw line to add 13 points. Erik Oliver-Bush had nine points, shooting 2 for 4 from the field, including 1 for 3 from 3-point range, and going 4 for 5 from the line.

Jeremiah Jenkins led the way for the Bears with 17 points and two steals. Brown also got 12 points from Brady Loughlin. N’famara Dabo added eight points and nine rebounds.

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New Hampshire plays at Rider on Thursday. Brown hosts Boston University on Friday.

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