PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) Alpha Diallo scored 18 points, including a layup midway through the second half that allowed Providence to erase an eight-point second half deficit and take the lead en route to a 70-61 win over Holy Cross on Tuesday night.

The Friars bounced back from their first loss of the season an 83-80 loss to Wichita State Friday.

Diallo shot 6 of 15 from the field, pulled down 10 rebounds and dished three assists for the Friars (2-1). Nate Watson added 15 points and seven boards off the bench and Kalif Young pulled down 10 boards.