ncaab Game Recap
Central Michigan vs Akron Final: 88-86 - Recap
Central Michigan earned a 88-86 victory over Akron on Tuesday, getting 23 points from Rob Montgomery at McGuirk Arena.
Central Michigan was a +1.5-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.
Shawn Roundtree had 20 points for Central Michigan and Larry Austin Jr. chipped in with 13 points. Larry Austin Jr. had 11 assists for them, while David DiLeo was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.
Akron got 24 points from Jimond Ivey in a losing cause and another 18 points from Daniel Utomi. Jimond Ivey contributed 7 assists for them, while Jimond Ivey had 11 rebounds.
Central Michigan trailed at halftime, 36-31.
The rebound battle favored Akron as they grabbed 37 boards, while Central Michigan only had 32
Next game, Central Michigan takes its act home to face Bowling Green looking for another win. For Akron, they head on the road to face Northern Illinois.