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North Alabama Defeats Eastern Kentucky 98-93 - Recap
North Alabama got 31 points from KJ Johnson en route to a 98-93 victory over Eastern Kentucky on Saturday at McBrayer Arena.
North Alabama got 20 points from Daniel Ortiz and another 17 points from Jacari Lane. Jacari Lane contributed 5 assists, while Damian Forrest cleaned the glass with 10 rebounds.
Eastern Kentucky got a 27-point performance from Devontae Blanton, who was supported by 16 points from Michael Moreno. Tayshawn Comer had 7 assists in a losing cause for Eastern Kentucky, while Michael Moreno grabbed 11 rebounds.
North Alabama led at halftime, 48-41.
Eastern Kentucky had a 44-40 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
North Alabama heads into a battle against Kennesaw State. Eastern Kentucky, meanwhile, will have their next action against North Florida.