New York, NY - The City College of New York men's basketball team opened the New Year on Wednesday night hosted their first home game of the season at the Nat Holman Gymnasium, dropping a close contest to Lehman College, 77-73.

With the loss, the Beavers fall to 5-3 overall and 1-1 in CUNY Athletic Conference play.

Senior Edward Beqiri led the Beavers with 20 points, nine rebounds, eight assists, and two steals. Junior Justin Morety posted 16 points, three rebounds, four assists, and two steals. Senior Chris Stone finished with 11 points, seven rebounds, and five assists. Senior Elijah Patterson scored in double figures, adding 13 points, along with two rebounds.

Next, the Beavers travel to take on Baruch College on Saturday, January 11 at 4:00 p.m.