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Akron Downs Northern Illinois 81-76 - Match Report
Akron grabbed a 81-76 win over Northern Illinois on Tuesday, behind a 22-point effort from Bryan Trimble Jr. at James A. Rhodes Arena.
Akron won on the scoreboard, but lost at the pay window as they failed to cover the -15.5-point spread.
Akron got 19 points from Loren Cristian Jackson and another 11 points from Ali Ali. Loren Cristian Jackson contributed 7 assists, while Enrique Freeman cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.
Northern Illinois got 21 points from Zool Kueth in a losing cause and another 20 points from Tyler Cochran. Tyler Cochran contributed 7 assists for them, while Tyler Cochran had 13 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Northern Illinois were victorious, as the score was 45-42 at the break.
The rebound battle favored Northern Illinois as they grabbed 37 boards, while Akron only had 33
Akron looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Ball State. Northern Illinois will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Miami-Ohio.