Bates scores 24, Eastern Michigan defeats Ball State 75-68

YPSILANTI, Mich. (AP) — Emoni Bates finished with 24 points and 11 rebounds to power Eastern Michigan to a 75-68 victory over Ball State on Saturday.

Tyson Acuff made 8 of 12 shots and scored 20 for the Eagles (8-21, 5-11 Mid-American Conference). Colin Golson Jr. scored 12 on 4-of-4 shooting and 4 of 4 from the free-throw line.

Demarius Jacobs led the Cardinals (20-9, 11-5) with 19 points, five assists and four steals. Jaylin Sellers added 14 points and Mickey Pearson Jr. scored 12.

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Both teams play on Tuesday. Eastern Michigan visits Bowling Green, while Ball State travels to play Akron.

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