ncaab Game Recap
Ohio vs Northern Illinois Final: 82-76 - Recap
Ohio grabbed a 82-76 win over Northern Illinois on Tuesday, behind a 19-point effort from Jaylin Hunter at Convocation Center.
Bettors who backed Ohio were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -5.0 at sportsbooks.
Ohio got 16 points from Miles Brown and another 13 points from Dwight Wilson III. Jaylin Hunter contributed 5 assists, while Dwight Wilson III cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.
Northern Illinois got 21 points from Kaleb Thornton in a losing cause and another 12 points from David Coit. Kaleb Thornton contributed 8 assists for them, while Zarique Nutter 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 37 boards, while Northern Illinois only had 27
Ohio heads into a battle against Akron. Northern Illinois, meanwhile, will have their next action against Western Michigan.