ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — Ollie Engen’s 25 points helped UAlbany defeat Rhode Island College 74-67 on Monday in a season opener for both teams.

Engen added five rebounds and six assists for the Great Danes. Tyler Jones scored 16 points and added three steals. Erwann Bussing had 10 points and went 3 of 9 from the field (2 for 7 from 3-point range).

Troy Santos led the Anchormen in scoring, finishing with 30 points and three steals. Xavier Mendez added 12 points, and Noe Bom finished with nine points.

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UAlbany: visits Manhattan on Thursday.

Rhode Island College: visits Yale on Wednesday.

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