ncaab Game Recap
Northern Illinois Falls 89-85 to Toledo - Recap
Toledo grabbed a 89-85 win over Northern Illinois on Saturday, behind a 23-point effort from Sam Lewis at Savage Arena.
Bettors who backed Toledo were disappointed, as they failed to cover the closing number of -13.5.
Toledo got 19 points from Sonny Wilson and another 14 points from Bryce Ford. Isaiah Adams contributed 7 assists, while Javan Simmons cleaned the glass with 12 rebounds.
Northern Illinois got a 21-point performance from Nasir Muhammad, who was supported by 20 points from Quaran McPherson. Nasir Muhammad had 5 assists in a losing cause for Northern Illinois, while Quaran McPherson grabbed 7 rebounds.
Toledo was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Toledo won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 46-31.
Toledo heads into a battle against Buffalo. Northern Illinois, meanwhile, will have their next action against Bowling Green.