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Recap - Akron Defeats Eastern Michigan 105-81

Akron blew out Eastern Michigan on Saturday, running up the score in a 105-81 win at George Gervin GameAbove Center.

Akron was a -8.0-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.

Akron got 17 points from James Okonkwo and another 13 points from Isaiah Gray. Tavari Johnson contributed 10 assists, while Marvin Musiime-Kamali cleaned the glass with 7 rebounds.

Eastern Michigan got 20 points from Christian Henry in a losing cause and another 16 points from Da'Sean Nelson. Jalen Terry contributed 4 assists for them, while Jalen Terry had 4 rebounds.

Akron was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.

Akron had a 38-18 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Akron heads into a battle against Toledo. Eastern Michigan, meanwhile, will have their next action against Central Michigan.