Forrest scores 23 as Columbia defeats Cornell in Ivy opener

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NEW YORK (AP) — Jack Forrest had a season-high 23 points as Columbia beat Cornell 75-61 in an Ivy League opener on Saturday night.

Mike Smith had 15 points and seven rebounds for Columbia (6-11). Tai Bibbs added 12 points and Randy Brumant had seven rebounds and three blocks for the Lions.

Terrance McBride had 17 points and seven rebounds for the Big Red (3-11). Jimmy Boeheim added 14 points.

The teams complete their season home-and-home next Saturday with Columbia visiting Cornell.