Freeman scores 32 to help Akron fend off Ohio 83-77

Published Jan. 28, 2023 5:11 p.m. ET

Associated Press

AKRON, Ohio (AP) — Enrique Freeman finished with 32 points and 15 rebounds to power Akron to an 83-77 victory over Ohio on Saturday.

Xavier Castaneda made 10 of 11 free throws and scored 16 for the Zips (15-6, 7-1 Mid-American Conference), who extended their win streak to six. Trendon Hankerson sank 3 of 3 shots from 3-point range and scored 14.

The Bobcats (11-10, 3-5) were led by Jaylin Hunter with 16 points and five assists. AJ Brown added 15 points and Miles Brown had 15 points and four assists.

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Both teams next play Tuesday. Akron visits Buffalo while Ohio visits Eastern Michigan.

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