KENT, Ohio — Nate Johnson had 20 points and Akron beat Kent State 85-71 on Friday night to pick up its ninth straight victory.
Johnson's 20 lead Akron past Kent State 85-71
Nate Johnson had 20 points and Akron beat Kent State 85-71 on Friday night to pick up its ninth straight victory.
By The Associated Press
February 1, 2025 at 2:48AM
Johnson added five rebounds for the Zips (16-5, 9-0 Mid-American Conference). Tavari Johnson scored 15 points while shooting 6 for 9, including 2 for 3 from beyond the arc and added five assists. James Okonkwo shot 3 of 4 from the field and 5 for 6 from the line to finish with 11 points.
Jalen Sullinger finished with 23 points for the Golden Flashes (13-8, 4-5). Anthony Morales added 10 points.
Nate Johnson led Akron with 13 points in the first half to help put them up 48-31 at the break. Tavari Johnson led the way with a team-high 10 second-half points.
Both teams play Tuesday. Akron hosts Ball State and Kent State squares off against Eastern Michigan on the road.
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