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Cayman Islands Classic - Recap - Nevada Defeats Akron 62-58
Nevada got 20 points from Will Baker en route to a 62-58 victory over Akron on Wednesday at John Gray Gymnasium.
Nevada was the ATS victor, as they covered the -1.5-point spread as a favorite.
Jarod Lucas had 16 points for Nevada and Kenan Blackshear chipped in with 10 points. Darrion Williams had 4 assists for them, while Darrion Williams was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 10 boards.
Akron got a 21-point performance from Tavari Johnson, who was supported by 11 points from Xavier Castaneda. Tavari Johnson had 4 assists in a losing cause for Akron, while Enrique Freeman grabbed 9 rebounds.
Nevada trailed at halftime, 24-21.
The rebound battle favored Nevada as they grabbed 30 boards, while Akron only had 29
Nevada looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Sam Houston State. Akron will aim to get back on the winning track at Marshall.