ncaab Game Recap
Ohio Downs Central Michigan 83-69 - Match Report
Ohio got 17 points from Jason Preston en route to a 83-69 victory over Central Michigan on Tuesday at McGuirk Arena.
Bettors who backed Ohio were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -8.5 at sportsbooks.
Dwight Wilson III had 14 points for Ohio and Ben Vander Plas chipped in with 13 points. Jason Preston had 6 assists for them, while Jason Preston was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 11 boards.
Central Michigan got 26 points from Travon Broadway Jr. in a losing cause and another 17 points from Caleb Huffman. Devontae Lane contributed 4 assists for them, while Malik Muhammad had 6 rebounds.
Ohio was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Ohio had a 37-24 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Ohio takes its act home to face Akron looking for another win. For Central Michigan, they head home to face Ball State.