US EditionTavari Johnson's 25 Points Lead Akron Past Eastern Michigan 93-72
Akron's efficient shooting and 22 assists fueled their 21-point win despite Eastern Michigan's Hart scoring 32 points.
- On Friday, the Akron Zips men's basketball team beat Eastern Michigan 93-72, with Tavari Johnson scoring 25 points, five assists, and four steals as Akron improved to 9-3 overall and 1-0 in the MAC.
- Taking the lead with 18:26 left in the first half, Akron Zips led 48-34 at halftime.
- Pulling away with a 7-0 second-half run, Akron extended its lead after out-rebounding Eastern Michigan 41-31, with Lyles posting 16 points and 12 rebounds.
- Despite Carlos Hart scoring 32 points, Eastern Michigan dropped to 6 overall and 0-1 in MAC play.
- The Associated Press report indicates Akron shot 39-71 while Eastern Michigan shot 25-64, with total fouls at 16 and 15 respectively, using Data Skrive and Sportradar data.
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Hart leads Eastern Michigan against Wright State after 32-point performance
Eastern Michigan visits the Wright State Raiders after Carlos Hart scored 32 points in the Eagles' 93-72 loss to the Akron Zips. The teams meet Monday for the first time this season. Wright State is 3-2 at home, and Eastern…
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Tavari Johnson's 25 points lead Akron past Eastern Michigan 93-72
Led by Tavari Johnson's 25 points, the Akron Zips defeated the Eastern Michigan Eagles 93-72 on Friday. The Zips are now 9-3 with the win and the Eagles fell to 6-6.
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Akron 93, Eastern Michigan 72
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Akron storms past Eastern Michigan to begin MAC play
Akron, OH; The Akron Zips bounced back from a 115-100 loss to Murray State in the perfect way with a 93-72 win over the Eastern Michigan Eagles. Not only was it the opening of MAC play, but it was also the first home game in sixteen days for the Zips. “I thought tonight was the most complete game we played defensively,” head coach John Groce said about holding the Eagles to just 72 points. Tavari Johnson led the way for Akron with 25 points, one…
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