Walker scores 22 to lead UMass over St. Joseph’s 91-76

AMHERST, Mass. (AP) — Dibaji Walker had a career-high 22 points as UMass beat Saint Joseph’s 91-76 on Wednesday night.

Samba Diallo had 19 points for UMass (9-12, 3-5 Atlantic 10 Conference). Carl Pierre added 14 points and seven assists. Tre Mitchell had 12 points and five assists.

The 91 points were a season best for UMass, which also registered a season-high 26 assists.

Ryan Daly had 22 points, seven rebounds and six assists for the Hawks (4-17, 0-8). Rahmir Moore added 14 points. Cameron Brown had 12 points.

UMass matches up against Davidson on the road on Saturday. Saint Joseph’s plays Saint Louis at home on Saturday.