ncaab Game Recap
Akron Zips vs Eastern Michigan Eagles Recap - Akron Wins 69-45
Akron blew out Eastern Michigan on Saturday, running up the score in a 69-45 win at Convocation Center.
Bettors who backed Akron were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -3.5 at sportsbooks.
Tyler Cheese had 17 points for Akron and Loren Cristian Jackson chipped in with 17 points. Loren Cristian Jackson had 5 assists for them, while Loren Cristian Jackson was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 6 boards.
Eastern Michigan got 13 points from Ty Groce in a losing cause and another 11 points from Boubacar Toure. Yeikson Montero contributed 3 assists for them, while Boubacar Toure had 17 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Akron were victorious, as the score was 38-21 at the break.
Eastern Michigan had a 31-26 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Akron looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Western Michigan. Eastern Michigan will aim to get back on the winning track at Ohio.