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Akron Defeats Northern Illinois 80-70 - Recap
Akron got 21 points from Tavari Johnson en route to a 80-70 victory over Northern Illinois on Tuesday at Convocation Center.
Bettors who backed Akron were disappointed, as they failed to cover the closing number of -15.0.
Nate Johnson had 19 points for Akron and Isaiah Gray chipped in with 12 points. Tavari Johnson had 4 assists for them, while Isaiah Gray was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 11 boards.
Northern Illinois got a 25-point performance from Quentin Jones, who was supported by 22 points from James Dent Jr.. James Dent Jr. had 5 assists in a losing cause for Northern Illinois, while Quentin Jones grabbed 6 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Akron were victorious, as the score was 37-34 at the break.
Akron had a 42-25 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Akron heads into a battle against Kent State. Northern Illinois, meanwhile, will have their next action against Toledo.