Ayers has 24 as Bowling Green defeats Eastern Michigan 91-65

YPSILANTI, Mich. (AP) — Leon Ayers III had 24 points in Bowling Green's 91-65 victory against Eastern Michigan on Tuesday night in a Mid-American Conference opener.

Ayers was 10 of 17 shooting, including 1 for 4 from distance, and went 3 for 4 from the line for the Falcons (7-7). Chandler Turner scored 14 points while shooting 6 for 10, including 2 for 3 from beyond the arc, and added 10 rebounds and three steals. Rashaun Agee recorded 14 points and shot 6 of 8 from the field and 2 for 4 from the line.

Emoni Bates led the way for the Eagles (3-11) with 15 points and two steals. Tyson Acuff added 14 points and two steals for Eastern Michigan. In addition, Colin Golson Jr. finished with nine points.

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