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Michigan vs Eastern Michigan Final: 83-66 - Recap

Michigan earned a 83-66 victory over Eastern Michigan on Saturday, getting 17 points from Olivier Nkamhoua at Crisler Center.

Michigan earned a straight-up victory but suffered an ATS defeat in failing to cover the -23.5-point spread.

Michigan got 14 points from Nimari Burnett and another 13 points from Terrance Williams II. Olivier Nkamhoua contributed 5 assists, while Olivier Nkamhoua cleaned the glass with 9 rebounds.

Eastern Michigan got a 24-point performance from Tyson Acuff, who was supported by 16 points from Orlando Lovejoy. Orlando Lovejoy had 2 assists in a losing cause for Eastern Michigan, while Julius Ellerbe grabbed 6 rebounds.

Michigan was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.

Michigan had a 34-26 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Michigan heads into a battle against Florida. Eastern Michigan, meanwhile, will have their next action against Hampton.