ncaab Game Recap
Western Illinois Leathernecks vs Eastern Michigan Eagles Wrap - Eastern Michigan Wins 72-68
Eastern Michigan got 16 points from Monty Scott as they ran past Western Illinois 72-68 on Wednesday at Convocation Center.
Bettors who backed Eastern Michigan were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -1.5 at sportsbooks.
Eastern Michigan got 14 points from Noah Farrakhan and another 12 points from Bryce McBride. Bryce McBride contributed 3 assists, while Nathan Scott cleaned the glass with 7 rebounds.
Western Illinois got 21 points from Colton Sandage in a losing cause and another 16 points from Luka Barisic. Colton Sandage contributed 4 assists for them, while Tamell Pearson had 6 rebounds.
Eastern Michigan trailed at halftime, 27-26.
Eastern Michigan heads into a battle against DePaul. Western Illinois, meanwhile, will have their next action against Miami-Ohio.