ncaab Game Recap
Ball State Downs Toledo 61-57 - Match Report
Ball State got 17 points from Ishmael El-Amin as they ran past Toledo 61-57 on Friday at John E. Worthen Arena.
Bettors who backed Ball State were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -1.5 at sportsbooks.
Ball State got 15 points from Kyle Mallers and another 10 points from Luke Bumbalough. Luke Bumbalough contributed 4 assists, while Ishmael El-Amin cleaned the glass with 9 rebounds.
Toledo got 14 points from Willie Jackson in a losing cause and another 11 points from Luke Knapke. Marreon Jackson contributed 6 assists for them, while Willie Jackson had 12 rebounds.
Ball State was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Toledo as they grabbed 31 boards, while Ball State only had 29
Next game, Ball State takes its act home to face Buffalo looking for another win. For Toledo, they head on the road to face Kent State.