NCAAB · Final

Akron Zips Defeat Eastern Michigan Eagles 93-72

Friday, December 19, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · James A. Rhodes Arena

Akron Zips 93, Eastern Michigan Eagles 72, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won Eastern Michigan Eagles vs Akron Zips?

Akron Zips beat Eastern Michigan Eagles 93-72 at James A. Rhodes Arena on December 19, 2025.

Who was favored in Eastern Michigan Eagles vs Akron Zips?

Akron Zips were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1600 (about 94% implied). The favorite won.

In a decisive matchup at James A. Rhodes Arena, the Akron Zips triumphed over the Eastern Michigan Eagles with a final score of 93-72. This victory underscores Akron's strong performance this season, particularly at home, where they boast a record of 9-3 overall and 5-2 in home games. The Zips have averaged 96.9 points per game in their last ten outings, showcasing their offensive prowess, despite suffering a recent loss to Murray State, which ended a three-game winning streak.

The Eagles, on the other hand, have had a more challenging season, currently standing at 6-6 overall with a 2-4 record in away games. Their recent form reflects a 5-5 record in their last ten games, with an average of 72.0 points scored per game. Eastern Michigan's latest defeat came against Purdue Fort Wayne, which marked their first loss in a while, following a win against Cleary University.

Historically, the Zips have had the upper hand in their previous meeting this season, winning decisively 105-81 against the Eagles on January 11, 2025. This trend continued in the latest fixture, where Akron's offense was relentless, particularly in the second half, where they maintained a commanding lead.

In terms of injuries, there were no reported significant absences affecting either team for this matchup, allowing both sides to field their strongest lineups. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Akron favored significantly with a spread of -15.5, indicating strong confidence in their ability to secure a comfortable victory. The total points line was set at 155.5, reflecting expectations for a high-scoring game, which ultimately came to fruition with a combined score of 165 points.

The conditions in the arena were conducive for a high-paced game, with both teams showcasing their shooting abilities. Akron's ability to score efficiently was evident, as they managed to stay ahead throughout the contest. Viewers should have noted the contributions from key players, particularly in the second half, where scoring plays included Mehki Ellison's floating jump shot and Gregory Lawson II's three-pointer, which helped to extend Akron's lead.

Overall, the game highlighted Akron's offensive strengths and their capability to perform well at home, while Eastern Michigan will need to regroup and address their inconsistencies as they move forward in the season.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	AKR -15.5	155.5 o -110 / u -110	Eastern Michigan Eagles +900 · Akron Zips -1600

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Leaders

PointsTavari Johnson25Akron Zips
AssistsTavari Johnson5Akron Zips
ReboundsAmani Lyles12Akron Zips
PointsCarlos Hart32Eastern Michigan Eagles
AssistsJon Sanders II3Eastern Michigan Eagles
ReboundsCarlos Hart7Eastern Michigan Eagles

Recent form

Akron Zips

Last 10: 7-3Streak L196.9 scored · 79.2 allowed per game5-2 at home

L100-115vs Murray State RacersDec 13
W88-71at Tulane Green WaveDec 6
W97-77vs Bucknell BisonDec 4
W105-81vs Milwaukee PanthersNov 30
L94-97vs Yale BulldogsNov 25
W97-59at Evansville Purple AcesNov 24
W96-75vs Iona GaelsNov 21
L79-97at Purdue BoilermakersNov 17
W109-51vs Penn State Shenango Nittany LionsNov 13
W104-69vs Princeton TigersNov 8

Eastern Michigan Eagles

Last 10: 5-5Streak L172 scored · 73.1 allowed per game2-4 away

L65-80at Purdue Fort Wayne MastodonsDec 11
W86-48vs Cleary University CougarsDec 6
L68-84at Butler BulldogsDec 3
W73-55vs NJIT HighlandersNov 28
W64-56at Cincinnati BearcatsNov 27
L46-87at Louisville CardinalsNov 25
W97-91vs Oakland Golden GrizzliesNov 21
W72-62at Detroit Mercy TitansNov 19
L83-90vs IU Indianapolis JaguarsNov 14
L66-78at Pittsburgh PanthersNov 11

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
Miami (OH)	32-2	-	18-0
Akron	29-6	1	17-1
Kent State	24-10	4	14-4
Toledo	19-15	7	11-7
Bowling Green	18-14	9	9-9
Ohio	15-17	9	9-9
Buffalo	17-15	11	7-11
Massachusetts	17-16	11	7-11
Ball State	12-19	11	7-11
Central Michigan	10-21	12	6-12
Western Michigan	10-21	14	4-14
Eastern Michigan	10-21	14	4-14
Northern Illinois	9-21	10	4-14

Box score

Stat	Eastern Michigan Eagles	Akron Zips
Field goals	25-64	39-71
Field goal %	39	55
Three-pointers	5-19	3-18
Three-point %	26	17
Free throws	17-26	12-14
Free throw %	65	86
Rebounds	36	44
Offensive rebounds	16	14
Defensive rebounds	20	30
Assists	7	22
Steals	6	7
Blocks	2	4
Turnovers	10	8
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	1	0
Technical fouls, total	1	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	11	20
Fast-break points	6	25
Points in the paint	36	70
Fouls	15	16
Largest lead	1	29
Lead changes	2	2
Time in front	1	97

How the scoring went

2nd Half38-56Carlos Hart makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half38-58Tavari Johnson makes layup (Amani Lyles assists)
2nd Half40-58Mehki Ellison makes layup
2nd Half40-60Eric Mahaffey makes layup (Shammah Scott assists)
2nd Half40-62Tavari Johnson makes layup (Eric Mahaffey assists)
2nd Half40-64Shammah Scott makes 21-foot jumper
2nd Half41-64Mohammad Habhab makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half42-64Mohammad Habhab makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half43-64Carlos Hart makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half44-64Carlos Hart makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half44-66Tavari Johnson makes driving layup
2nd Half47-66Aidan Rubio makes 25-foot three point jumper (Carlos Hart assists)
2nd Half47-68Evan Mahaffey makes 3-foot dunk (Tavari Johnson assists)
2nd Half48-68Carlos Hart makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half48-70Sharron Young makes 4-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half50-70Carlos Hart makes layup
2nd Half50-72Eric Mahaffey makes 2-foot dunk (Tavari Johnson assists)
2nd Half51-72Carlos Hart makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half51-74Tavari Johnson makes layup (Eric Mahaffey assists)
2nd Half53-74Mohammad Habhab makes layup
2nd Half53-76Sharron Young makes layup (Amani Lyles assists)
2nd Half53-79Bowen Hardman makes 25-foot three point jumper (Tavari Johnson assists)
2nd Half53-81Amani Lyles makes layup (Eric Mahaffey assists)
2nd Half56-81Carlos Hart makes 25-foot three point jumper
2nd Half56-83Sharron Young makes layup
2nd Half58-83Carlos Hart makes driving layup
2nd Half58-85Evan Mahaffey makes 0-foot tip in dunk
2nd Half58-87Evan Mahaffey makes 4-foot dunk
2nd Half61-87Carlos Hart makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jon Sanders II assists)
2nd Half61-89Ognjen Stankovic makes layup
2nd Half63-89Mohammad Habhab makes 11-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half64-89Mohammad Habhab makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half66-89Mehki Ellison makes 11-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half69-89Gregory Lawson II makes 23-foot three point jumper (Merritt Alderink assists)
2nd Half69-90Zach Halligan makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half69-91Shammah Scott makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half69-92Shammah Scott makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half69-93Zach Halligan makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half71-93Merritt Alderink makes 9-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half72-93Merritt Alderink makes free throw 1 of 2