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Sun Bowl Tournament - Jackson State Falls 68-50 Against Akron - Game Recap

Akron grabbed a 68-50 win over Jackson State on Saturday, behind a 12-point effort from Shammah Scott at Don Haskins Center.

Akron won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -8.5-point spread as favorites.

Akron got 11 points from Isaiah Gray and another 11 points from Sharron Young. Nate Johnson contributed 6 assists, while James Okonkwo cleaned the glass with 16 rebounds.

Jackson State got 11 points from Keiveon Hunt in a losing cause and another 9 points from Romelle Mansel. Keiveon Hunt contributed 4 assists for them, while Jayme Mitchell Jr. had 7 rebounds.

The rebound battle favored Akron as they grabbed 52 boards, while Jackson State only had 32

Next game, Akron takes its act on the road to face Princeton looking for another win. For Jackson State, they head on the road to face Cal Baptist.