ncaab Game Recap
Western Michigan Falls 77-66 to Akron - Recap
Western Michigan was victimized for 20 points and 14 rebounds by Enrique Freeman as Akron defeated them 77-66 in NCAA action on Tuesday.
Akron won the battle on the scoreboard, but not at the payout window as they failed to cover the -14.0-point spread.
Sammy Hunter had 19 points for Akron and Ali Ali chipped in with 18 points. Kaleb Thornton had 6 assists for them, while Enrique Freeman was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 14 boards.
Western Michigan got a 17-point performance from Jefferson De La Cruz Monegro, who was supported by 10 points from JaVaughn Hannah. Jefferson De La Cruz Monegro had 3 assists in a losing cause for Western Michigan, while Javonte Brown grabbed 7 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Western Michigan were victorious, as the score was 29-28 at the break.
Akron had a 29-26 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Akron takes its act on the road to face Kent State looking for another win. For Western Michigan, they head on the road to face Bowling Green.