ncaab Game Recap
Recap - Northern Illinois Defeats Coppin State 81-69
Northern Illinois grabbed a 81-69 win over Coppin State on Friday, behind a 23-point effort from Eugene German at Convocation Center.
Nathan Scott had 18 points for Northern Illinois and Darius Beane chipped in with 12 points. Eugene German had 3 assists for them, while Tyler Cochran was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.
Coppin State got 17 points from Dejuan Clayton in a losing cause and another 16 points from Andrew Robinson. Dejuan Clayton contributed 6 assists for them, while Aaron Robinson had 6 rebounds.
Northern Illinois was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Northern Illinois as they grabbed 47 boards, while Coppin State only had 31
Northern Illinois looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Rockford. Coppin State will aim to get back on the winning track at Northern Kentucky.