Rafael Pinzon's 22 points helped Bryant defeat Albany 89-79 on Thursday night. Pinzon had five assists and three steals for the Bulldogs (9-9, 3-0 America East Conference). Earl Timberlake scored 21 points and added nine rebounds,

Klaczek 9-15 0-0 21, Neely 5-9 3-4 13, Joshua 6-14 3-3 17, Langford 3-7 1-2 7, Marshall 3-15 4-4 10, Briggs 2-6 0-0 6, Lindsey 2-2 0-0 5, Matulu 0-0 0-0 0. Totals 30-68 11-13 79.

Albany takes on Bryant in America East play Thursday. Thursday's matchup is the first of the season between the two teams.

The Bulldogs are 2-0 in America East play. Bryant ranks ninth in the America East allowing 77.0 points while holding opponents to 42.1% shooting. Albany (NY) makes 45.0% of its sh

Turnovers: 9 (Briggs 2, Klaczek 2, Langford 2, Joshua, Marshall, Neely). Steals: 6 (Joshua 2, Briggs, Klaczek, Langford, Neely). Technical Fouls: None. A_1,382 (4,538).

Bryant heads into a matchup with Albany (NY) after losing three straight road games. Thursday's meeting is the first this season for the squads.