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Central Michigan Downs Eastern Michigan 65-62 - Match Report

Paul McMillan IV scored 25 points for Central Michigan on Friday, leading them to a 65-62 victory over Eastern Michigan at McGuirk Arena.

Central Michigan won on the scoreboard, but lost at the pay window as they failed to cover the -8.5-point spread.

Brian Taylor had 14 points for Central Michigan and Derrick Butler chipped in with 12 points. Paul McMillan IV had 6 assists for them, while Brian Taylor was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 22 boards.

Eastern Michigan got a 15-point performance from Arne Osojnik, who was supported by 13 points from Yusuf Jihad. Orlando Lovejoy had 8 assists in a losing cause for Eastern Michigan, while Javantae Randle grabbed 7 rebounds.

Central Michigan led at halftime, $HalfScore.

The rebound battle favored Central Michigan as they grabbed 55 boards, while Eastern Michigan only had 31