NEW YORK (AP) — Malachi Davis' 23 points helped Long Island University defeat Mercyhurst 72-63 in overtime on Monday for its sixth victory in a row.

Davis added nine assists and three steals for the Sharks (10-11, 6-0 Northeast Conference). Jamal Fuller added 20 points while going 7 of 15 (4 for 8 from 3-point range) while he also had 12 rebounds and four blocks.

Jeff Planutis led the Lakers (8-13, 2-4) in scoring, finishing with 18 points. Aidan Reichert added 15 points and four steals, and Bernie Blunt also recorded 13 points.

Planutis tied it at 59-all with 1:10 left after making two free throws and neither team scored again the rest of regulation.

The teams both play Friday. LIU visits Saint Francis (Pa.) and Mercyhurst hosts Wagner.

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