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Akron Downs Ohio 92-80 - Match Report
Akron grabbed a 92-80 win over Ohio on Friday, behind a 22-point effort from Isaiah Gray at James A. Rhodes Arena.
Bettors who backed Akron were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -3.0 at sportsbooks.
Akron got 17 points from Amani Lyles and another 14 points from Nate Johnson. Amani Lyles contributed 6 assists, while Nate Johnson cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.
Ohio got a 27-point performance from Shereef Mitchell, who was supported by 15 points from AJ Brown. Jackson Paveletzke had 2 assists in a losing cause for Ohio, while Aidan Hadaway grabbed 7 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Akron were victorious, as the score was $HalfScore at the break.
Ohio had a 35-32 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Akron heads into a battle against Buffalo. Ohio, meanwhile, will have their next action against Eastern Michigan.