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Akron Downs Kent State 83-70 - Match Report
Akron got 24 points and 12 rebounds from Enrique Freeman en route to a 83-70 victory over Kent State on Friday at James A. Rhodes Arena.
Akron won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -7.5-point spread as favorites.
Greg Tribble had 15 points for Akron and Ali Ali chipped in with 14 points. Ali Ali had 4 assists for them, while Enrique Freeman was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 12 boards.
Kent State got 20 points from Jalen Sullinger in a losing cause and another 14 points from Chris Payton Jr.. Giovanni Santiago contributed 4 assists for them, while Chris Payton Jr. had 10 rebounds.
Akron led at halftime, $HalfScore.
Akron had a 32-29 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Akron takes its act on the road to face Ohio looking for another win. For Kent State, they head home to face Buffalo.