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Youngstown State vs IPFW Final: 84-70 - Recap

Michael Akuchie scored 23 points and chipped in with 13 rebounds for Youngstown State on Friday, leading them to a 84-70 victory over IPFW at Beeghly Physical Education Center.

Bettors who backed Youngstown State were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -6.0 at sportsbooks.

Garrett Covington had 18 points for Youngstown State and Naz Bohannon chipped in with 14 points. Darius Quisenberry had 6 assists for them, while Michael Akuchie was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 13 boards.

IPFW got a 24-point performance from Jarred Godfrey, who was supported by 18 points from Jalon Pipkins. Jarred Godfrey had 4 assists in a losing cause for IPFW, while Ra Kpedi grabbed 5 rebounds.

Youngstown State led at halftime, $HalfScore.

The rebound battle favored Youngstown State as they grabbed 35 boards, while IPFW only had 28