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Central Michigan Downs Western Michigan 70-69 - Match Report

Jesse Zarzuela went off for 25 points and added 2 rebounds leading Central Michigan over Western Michigan, 70-69, on Saturday at McGuirk Arena.

Central Michigan was the ATS victor, as they covered the +1.0-point spread as an underdog.

Reggie Bass had 13 points for Central Michigan and Brian Taylor chipped in with 9 points. Jesse Zarzuela had 3 assists for them, while Nicolas Pavrette was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.

Western Michigan got a 27-point performance from Lamar Norman Jr., who was supported by 16 points from Seth Hubbard. Markeese Hastings had 3 assists in a losing cause for Western Michigan, while Markeese Hastings grabbed 10 rebounds.

Central Michigan was losing at the break before taking care of business in the second half.

Western Michigan had a 34-30 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Central Michigan heads into a battle against Kent State. Western Michigan, meanwhile, will have their next action against Northern Illinois.