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Akron Downs Nebraska-Omaha 92-84 - Match Report
Akron grabbed a 92-84 win over Nebraska-Omaha on Saturday, behind a 18-point effort from Nate Johnson at James A. Rhodes Arena.
Akron won the battle on the scoreboard, but not at the payout window as they failed to cover the -12.0-point spread.
Akron got 16 points from Isaiah Gray and another 15 points from Amani Lyles. Tavari Johnson contributed 9 assists, while Amani Lyles cleaned the glass with 6 rebounds.
Nebraska-Omaha got a 26-point performance from Marquel Sutton, who was supported by 19 points from Lance Waddles. Kamryn Thomas had 5 assists in a losing cause for Nebraska-Omaha, while Lance Waddles grabbed 10 rebounds.
Akron was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Nebraska-Omaha as they grabbed 31 boards, while Akron only had 23
Akron heads into a battle against Alabama State. Nebraska-Omaha, meanwhile, will have their next action against Lamar.