ncaab Game Recap
Western Michigan Falls 84-69 Against Akron - Game Recap
Western Michigan was scorched by Loren Cristian Jackson for 26 points as Akron defeated them 84-69 in NCAA action on Tuesday.
Akron was the ATS victor, as they covered the -11.5-point spread as a favorite.
Akron got 25 points from Tyler Cheese and another 11 points from Xeyrius Williams. Loren Cristian Jackson contributed 7 assists, while Xeyrius Williams cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.
Western Michigan got 30 points from Michael Flowers in a losing cause and another 16 points from Rafael Cruz Jr.. Michael Flowers contributed 3 assists for them, while Brandon Johnson had 8 rebounds.
Akron was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Akron won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 31-24.
Akron heads into a battle against Ball State. Western Michigan, meanwhile, will have their next action against Toledo.