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Akron Zips vs Eastern Michigan Eagles Recap - Akron Wins 67-48

Akron grabbed a 67-48 win over Eastern Michigan on Saturday, behind a 17-point effort from Ali Ali at George Gervin GameAbove Center.

Akron was a -5.0-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.

Xavier Castaneda had 15 points for Akron and Enrique Freeman chipped in with 15 points. Enrique Freeman had 3 assists for them, while Enrique Freeman was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.

Eastern Michigan got a 21-point performance from Noah Farrakhan, who was supported by 6 points from Monty Scott. Darion Spottsville had 2 assists in a losing cause for Eastern Michigan, while Nathan Scott grabbed 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 33-30.

Akron heads into a battle against Bowling Green. Eastern Michigan, meanwhile, will have their next action against Northern Illinois.