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Akron Defeats Alabama State 97-78 - Recap
Alabama State was burned for 25 points by Nate Johnson on Sunday as Akron picked up a 97-78 win at James A. Rhodes Arena.
Bowen Hardman had 19 points for Akron and Isaiah Gray chipped in with 11 points. Tavari Johnson had 4 assists for them, while James Okonkwo was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 10 boards.
Alabama State got 19 points from CJ Hines in a losing cause and another 18 points from Tyler Mack. Amarr Knox contributed 4 assists for them, while TJ Madlock had 5 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Akron were victorious, as the score was $HalfScore at the break.
Akron had a 49-25 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Akron looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Northern Kentucky. Alabama State will aim to get back on the winning track at Cincinnati.