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Gulf Coast Showcase - Evansville Aces vs Akron Zips Recap - Akron Wins 69-60
Ali Ali scored 20 points leading Akron to a 69-60 victory over Evansville at Hertz Arena on Wednesday.
Akron was the ATS victor, as they covered the -5.5-point spread as a favorite.
Akron got 11 points from Xavier Castaneda and another 10 points from Greg Tribble. Greg Tribble contributed 3 assists, while Enrique Freeman cleaned the glass with 10 rebounds.
Evansville got a 19-point performance from Jawaun Newton, who was supported by 16 points from Antoine Smith Jr.. Shamar Givance had 4 assists in a losing cause for Evansville, while Jawaun Newton grabbed 10 rebounds.
Akron was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Akron as they grabbed 32 boards, while Evansville only had 29
Akron looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Marshall. Evansville will aim to get back on the winning track at Eastern Illinois.