ncaab Game Recap
Northern Illinois Huskies vs Central Michigan Chippewas Recap - Central Michigan Wins 68-67
Central Michigan earned a 68-67 victory over Northern Illinois on Tuesday, getting 21 points from Kevin McKay at McGuirk Arena.
Central Michigan won on the scoreboard, but lost at the pay window as they failed to cover the -5.0-point spread.
Central Michigan got 12 points from David DiLeo and another 11 points from Devontae Lane. Devontae Lane contributed 5 assists, while Kevin McKay cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.
Northern Illinois got 20 points from Eugene German in a losing cause and another 14 points from Lacey James. Eugene German contributed 4 assists for them, while Lacey James had 7 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Northern Illinois were victorious, as the score was 36-34 at the break.
The rebound battle favored Central Michigan as they grabbed 32 boards, while Northern Illinois only had 31
Central Michigan heads into a battle against Kent State. Northern Illinois, meanwhile, will have their next action against Eastern Michigan.