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Akron Zips vs Kent State Golden Flashes Wrap - Kent State Wins 89-84

Akron was victimized by Sincere Carry for 35 points as Kent State defeated them 89-84 in NCAA action on Friday.

Bettors who backed Kent State were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -4.5 at sportsbooks.

Kent State got 22 points from Chris Payton and another 11 points from Malique Jacobs. Sincere Carry contributed 4 assists, while Miryne Thomas cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.

Akron got 26 points from Sammy Hunter in a losing cause and another 25 points from Enrique Freeman. Xavier Castaneda contributed 5 assists for them, while Enrique Freeman had 12 rebounds.

Kent State led at halftime, $HalfScore.

Kent State won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 33-25.