NCAAB · Final

Akron Zips Dominate Northern Illinois Huskies 94-55

Friday, March 6, 2026, 6:00 PM ET · James A. Rhodes Arena

Akron Zips 94, Northern Illinois Huskies 55, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Northern Illinois Huskies vs Akron Zips?

Akron Zips beat Northern Illinois Huskies 94-55 at James A. Rhodes Arena on March 6, 2026.

In a commanding performance, the Akron Zips defeated the Northern Illinois Huskies 94-55 at James A. Rhodes Arena. This victory not only showcased Akron's dominance but also underscored the stark contrast between the two teams' seasons. Akron entered the game with a strong home record of 26-5, while Northern Illinois struggled with a 9-21 record. The Zips have been in formidable form, winning nine of their last ten games, including a six-game winning streak leading up to this matchup. They averaged 83.0 points scored and allowed 72.5 points during this stretch, reflecting their offensive prowess and relatively solid defense.

In contrast, the Huskies have faced challenges, winning only three of their last ten games and currently on a four-game losing streak. They averaged just 64.5 points scored while allowing 78.4 points in their recent outings, indicating significant defensive issues. The disparity in their scoring averages highlights the difficulties Northern Illinois has faced throughout the season, particularly in their last five games, where they averaged only 65.2 points while allowing 80.8.

The game took place under favorable conditions at the Zips' home venue, where they have maintained a perfect 4-0 record in their last five home games. Northern Illinois, on the other hand, has struggled on the road with a 2-3 record in their last five away games. Previous meetings between these teams have also favored Akron, as they have won both encounters this season, including a 73-63 victory at home and an 80-70 win on the road.

In terms of player contributions during the game, Akron's scoring was highlighted by various players making significant contributions, including a series of free throws and a dunk that showcased their offensive capabilities. The scoring plays included a 19-foot floating jump shot by Gianni Cobb and a 28-foot three-point jumper by Taj Walters, demonstrating the Zips' versatility in scoring methods.

Before the game, the odds provided by DraftKings indicated a heavy favorite status for Akron, with a spread of -23.5 and a total set at 155.5. This reflected the market's expectations based on the teams' respective performances leading into the game.

Overall, the game was a testament to Akron's strength and Northern Illinois' struggles, with the Zips clearly establishing their dominance on the court.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	AKR -23.5	155.5 o -115 / u -105	Northern Illinois Huskies — · Akron Zips —

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Leaders

PointsBowen Hardman20Akron Zips
AssistsShammah Scott7Akron Zips
ReboundsSharron Young6Akron Zips
PointsCarlos Coronado14Northern Illinois Huskies
AssistsDylan Ducommun2Northern Illinois Huskies
ReboundsTaj Walters5Northern Illinois Huskies

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Akron Zips

Last 10: 9-1Streak W683 scored · 72.5 allowed per game4-0 at home

W77-64at Central Michigan ChippewasMar 4
W92-70at Kent State Golden FlashesFeb 28
W99-85vs Buffalo BullsFeb 25
W78-65at Ball State CardinalsFeb 20
W90-73at Western Michigan BroncosFeb 18
W99-92vs Massachusetts MinutemenFeb 14
L69-79at Troy TrojansFeb 7
W66-64at Eastern Michigan EaglesFeb 3
W69-52vs Kent State Golden FlashesJan 30
W91-81vs Toledo RocketsJan 28

Northern Illinois Huskies

Last 10: 3-7Streak L464.5 scored · 78.4 allowed per game2-3 away

L76-102vs Kent State Golden FlashesMar 4
L43-79vs Ball State CardinalsFeb 28
L69-79at Toledo RocketsFeb 25
L66-74vs Ohio BobcatsFeb 21
W72-70at Buffalo BullsFeb 17
L46-88at Central Michigan ChippewasFeb 14
L52-68vs Bowling Green FalconsFeb 12
W75-74at Georgia State PanthersFeb 7
L61-85at Miami (OH) RedHawksJan 31
W85-65vs Western Michigan BroncosJan 28

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
Wright State	23-12	-	15-5
Robert Morris	22-11	2	13-7
Green Bay	18-15	3	12-8
Detroit Mercy	17-15	3	12-8
Oakland	16-16	3	12-8
Purdue Fort Wayne	17-15	4	11-9
Northern Kentucky	20-14	5	10-10
Youngstown State	15-17	7	8-12
Milwaukee	12-20	7	8-12
Cleveland State	11-22	9	6-14
IU Indianapolis	7-25	12	3-17
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	Northern Illinois Huskies	Akron Zips
Field goals	22-58	34-57
Field goal %	38	60
Three-pointers	5-26	18-27
Three-point %	19	67
Free throws	6-12	8-12
Free throw %	50	67
Rebounds	23	41
Offensive rebounds	5	7
Defensive rebounds	18	34
Assists	4	20
Steals	10	9
Blocks	2	2
Turnovers	12	12
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	16	18
Fast-break points	9	9
Points in the paint	26	28
Fouls	11	14
Largest lead	0	45
Lead changes	0	0
Time in front	0	98

How the scoring went

1st Half27-39Taj Walters makes free throw 2 of 2
1st Half27-41Shammah Scott makes driving layup
1st Half27-44Amani Lyles makes 26-foot three point jumper (Sharron Young assists)
1st Half27-47Shammah Scott makes 25-foot three point jumper (Eric Mahaffey assists)
2nd Half29-47Taj Walters makes layup
2nd Half29-49Evan Mahaffey makes driving layup
2nd Half29-51Tavari Johnson makes 7-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half29-54Bowen Hardman makes 27-foot three point jumper (Shammah Scott assists)
2nd Half29-56Amani Lyles makes layup (Shammah Scott assists)
2nd Half29-57Amani Lyles makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half29-58Amani Lyles makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half31-58Taj Walters makes layup
2nd Half31-60Evan Mahaffey makes driving layup
2nd Half31-63Eric Mahaffey makes 24-foot three point jumper (Shammah Scott assists)
2nd Half34-63Carlos Coronado makes 26-foot three point jumper
2nd Half34-66Sharron Young makes 27-foot three point jumper (Shammah Scott assists)
2nd Half34-68Amani Lyles makes driving layup (Shammah Scott assists)
2nd Half34-71Bowen Hardman makes 23-foot three point jumper (Evan Mahaffey assists)
2nd Half34-72Bowen Hardman makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half34-75Evan Mahaffey makes 24-foot three point jumper (Bowen Hardman assists)
2nd Half36-75Dylan Ducommun makes 8-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half36-78Bowen Hardman makes 25-foot three point jumper (Marvin Musiime-Kamali assists)
2nd Half36-79Marvin Musiime-Kamali makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half36-80Marvin Musiime-Kamali makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half38-80Carlos Coronado makes layup
2nd Half38-83Bowen Hardman makes 25-foot three point jumper (Tavari Johnson assists)
2nd Half41-83Gianni Cobb makes 26-foot three point jumper
2nd Half44-83Isaiah Stewart makes 25-foot three point jumper (Dylan Ducommun assists)
2nd Half44-86Sharron Young makes 29-foot three point jumper
2nd Half44-87Conner Groce makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half46-87Carlos Coronado makes 9-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half46-90Conner Groce makes 24-foot three point jumper (Zach Halligan assists)
2nd Half48-90Gianni Cobb makes 19-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half49-90Gianni Cobb makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half50-90Carlos Coronado makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half50-91Zach Halligan makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half50-92Zach Halligan makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half52-92Dylan Ducommun makes 1-foot dunk
2nd Half52-94Ognjen Stankovic makes layup
2nd Half55-94Taj Walters makes 28-foot three point jumper