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Niagara vs Eastern Michigan Final: 67-60 - Recap

Noah Thomasson scored 20 points leading Niagara to a 67-60 victory over Eastern Michigan at Gallagher Center on Sunday.

Niagara won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -4.5-point spread as favorites.

Aaron Gray had 12 points for Niagara and David Mitchell chipped in with 11 points. Noah Thomasson had 4 assists for them, while Sam Iorio was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 10 boards.

Eastern Michigan got a 21-point performance from Noah Farrakhan, who was supported by 13 points from Emoni Bates. Noah Farrakhan had 4 assists in a losing cause for Eastern Michigan, while Yusuf Jihad grabbed 5 rebounds.

Niagara trailed at halftime, 38-36.

Niagara had a 30-24 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Next game, Niagara takes its act on the road to face NJIT looking for another win. For Eastern Michigan, they head home to face Detroit.