BANGOR, Maine - The Husson University men's basketball team led by as much as 43 points in an eventual 105-66 victory over Northern Vermont University-Lyndon on Saturday afternoon in the Newman Gymnasium.

IN THE ACTION:

Husson (3-0) opened up an early 19-8 advantage with the help of eight consecutive points by DJ Bussey, then four straight points by Justice Kendall, a three by Bussey and buckets by Scott Lewis and Isaac Varney. Northern Vermont-Lyndon (1-2) answered with a 6-2 run to close the gap to six midway through the period.

The Eagles took control from there, utilizing a 12-0 run over the next three minutes fueled by four points from Lewis to extend their advantage to 18 (32-14). Husson would go on to hold a 51-30 lead at the break.

Husson cruised the rest of the way for the victory.

INSIDE THE NUMBERS:

• Bussey scored a game-high 23 points, while adding two rebounds, two steals and a block.
• Leading the charge, Peyton Olsen netted 14 points for the Hornets with four boards.
• Lewis had a double-double off the bench, socring 18 points and grabbing 11 boards. He also added three blocks and a steal.
• Kendall finished the game with 12 points, four assists, a steal and a rebound.

UP NEXT!

Husson men's basketball hits the road tomorrow for a rematch with the Hornets this time in Vermont. Tip-off is scheduled for 2:00 p.m.