ncaab Game Recap
Recap - Akron Defeats Kent State 66-62
Kent State was burned for 31 points by Loren Cristian Jackson on Friday as Akron picked up a 66-62 win at James A. Rhodes Arena.
Bettors who backed Akron were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -3.0 at sportsbooks.
Enrique Freeman had 10 points for Akron and Mikal Dawson chipped in with 6 points. Loren Cristian Jackson had 6 assists for them, while Enrique Freeman was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 9 boards.
Kent State got 19 points from Mike Nuga in a losing cause and another 16 points from Danny Pippen. Giovanni Santiago contributed 6 assists for them, while Danny Pippen had 9 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Kent State were victorious, as the score was 33-25 at the break.
Kent State won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 39-36.
Akron looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Eastern Michigan. Kent State will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Toledo.