ncaab Game Recap
Recap - Central Michigan Defeats Northern Illinois 71-66
Jakobi Heady scored 16 points leading Central Michigan to a 71-66 victory over Northern Illinois at Convocation Center on Saturday.
Central Michigan won the battle on the scoreboard, but not at the payout window as they failed to cover the -9.5-point spread.
Cayden Vasko had 15 points for Central Michigan and Anthony Pritchard chipped in with 13 points. Anthony Pritchard had 9 assists for them, while Jakobi Heady was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 9 boards.
Northern Illinois got a 22-point performance from Quaran McPherson, who was supported by 12 points from Quentin Jones. Quentin Jones had 4 assists in a losing cause for Northern Illinois, while Ethan Butler grabbed 7 rebounds.
Central Michigan was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Central Michigan had a 35-23 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Central Michigan heads into a battle against Ball State. Northern Illinois, meanwhile, will have their next action against Western Michigan.