ncaab Game Recap
Northern Illinois vs Eastern Michigan Final: 76-66 - Recap
Northern Illinois got 19 points from Xavier Amos as they ran past Eastern Michigan 76-66 on Saturday at Convocation Center.
Northern Illinois was a -5.5-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.
Will Lovings-Watts had 18 points for Northern Illinois and Zarique Nutter chipped in with 11 points. Zarique Nutter had 5 assists for them, while Oluwasegun Durosinmi was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 7 boards.
Eastern Michigan got 19 points from Orlando Lovejoy in a losing cause and another 14 points from Tyson Acuff. Orlando Lovejoy contributed 5 assists for them, while Jalin Billingsley had 6 rebounds.
Northern Illinois trailed at halftime, 32-29.
Northern Illinois had a 38-28 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Northern Illinois heads into a battle against Miami-Ohio. Eastern Michigan, meanwhile, will have their next action against Toledo.