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Kent State Falls 76-69 Against Northern Illinois - Game Recap

Eugene German scored 17 points leading Northern Illinois to a 76-69 victory over Kent State at Memorial A & C Center on Tuesday.

Northern Illinois was a +9.0-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.

Northern Illinois got 16 points from Lacey James and another 14 points from Darius Beane. Trendon Hankerson contributed 3 assists, while Darius Beane cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.

Kent State got a 18-point performance from Danny Pippen, who was supported by 14 points from CJ Williamson. Antonio Williams had 3 assists in a losing cause for Kent State, while Danny Pippen grabbed 9 rebounds.

Northern Illinois led at halftime, 41-34.

Northern Illinois had a 42-25 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Northern Illinois heads into a battle against Western Michigan. Kent State, meanwhile, will have their next action against Buffalo.