ncaab Game Recap
Northern Illinois Huskies vs Ohio Bobcats Wrap - Ohio Wins 74-62
Mark Sears scored 26 points for Ohio on Tuesday, leading them to a 74-62 victory over Northern Illinois at Convocation Center.
Ohio won on the scoreboard, but lost at the pay window as they failed to cover the -18.0-point spread.
Ben Vander Plas had 15 points for Ohio and Jason Carter chipped in with 8 points. Mark Sears had 6 assists for them, while Jason Carter was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.
Northern Illinois got 12 points from Keshawn Williams in a losing cause and another 10 points from Kaleb Thornton. Kaleb Thornton contributed 3 assists for them, while Anthony Crump had 9 rebounds.
Ohio was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Ohio as they grabbed 36 boards, while Northern Illinois only had 30
Ohio looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Buffalo. Northern Illinois will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Ball State.