By Sally Fahey
Josh Nickelberry’s 16 points off the bench lifted La Salle over Saint Joseph’s 73-65.
Nickelberry was 6 of 11 shooting (4 for 6 from distance) for the Explorers (10-13, 4-6 Atlantic 10 Conference). Khalil Brantley scored 12 points and added six rebounds and six assists. Jhamir Brickus recorded 11 points and was 4 of 6 shooting (2 for 4 from distance).
The Hawks (11-12, 5-6) were led in scoring by Erik Reynolds II, who finished with 15 points. Saint Joseph’s also got 14 points from Ejike Obinna.