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Akron Defeats James Madison 85-71 - Recap
Amani Lyles scored 22 points leading Akron to a 85-71 victory over James Madison at James A. Rhodes Arena on Monday.
Akron was a -8.5-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.
Akron got 17 points from Shammah Scott and another 14 points from Tavari Johnson. Evan Mahaffey contributed 6 assists, while Amani Lyles cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.
James Madison got 14 points from Justin McBride in a losing cause and another 14 points from Cliff Davis. Paul Lewis contributed 5 assists for them, while Preston Fowler had 6 rebounds.
Akron trailed at halftime, 39-31.
Akron had a 33-30 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Akron heads into a battle against Princeton. James Madison, meanwhile, will have their next action against Washington & Lee.