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Akron Zips vs Miami-Ohio RedHawks Wrap - Akron Wins 81-60
The battle between Akron and Miami-Ohio didnt turn out to be much of a battle at all as Miami-Ohio was handed a 81-60 defeat on Tuesday at John D. Millett Hall.
Akron won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -5.0-point spread as favorites.
Akron got 20 points from Loren Cristian Jackson and another 19 points from Xeyrius Williams. Tyler Cheese contributed 5 assists, while Xeyrius Williams cleaned the glass with 7 rebounds.
Miami-Ohio got 16 points from Dae Dae Grant in a losing cause and another 11 points from Elijah McNamara. Dae Dae Grant contributed 3 assists for them, while Dae Dae Grant had 5 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Akron were victorious, as the score was 43-25 at the break.
Akron had a 31-22 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Akron looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Ohio. Miami-Ohio will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Eastern Michigan.