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Akron vs Kent State Final: 85-71 - Recap
Akron grabbed a 85-71 win over Kent State on Friday, behind a 20-point effort from Nate Johnson at Memorial Athletic & Convocation Center.
Bettors who backed Akron were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +3.5 at sportsbooks.
Tavari Johnson had 15 points for Akron and Seth Wilson chipped in with 11 points. Tavari Johnson had 5 assists for them, while James Okonkwo was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 13 boards.
Kent State got a 23-point performance from Jalen Sullinger, who was supported by 10 points from Anthony Morales. Mike Bekelja had 2 assists in a losing cause for Kent State, while Delrecco Gillespie grabbed 8 rebounds.
Akron was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Akron won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 39-29.
Next game, Akron takes its act home to face Ball State looking for another win. For Kent State, they head on the road to face Eastern Michigan.