Ali scores 32 to lift Akron past Buffalo 88-76
AKRON, Ohio -- — Ali Ali had a career-high 32 points as Akron beat Buffalo 88-76 on Saturday.
Xavier Castaneda had 14 points for Akron (8-3, 1-0 Mid-American Conference), which earned its sixth straight victory. Enrique Freeman added 14 points and 10 rebounds. Greg Tribble had six rebounds.
Akron scored 54 second-half points, a season best for the team.
Ronaldo Segu had 19 points for the Bulls (6-6, 0-2) as did Jeenathan Williams. Maceo Jack had 12 points.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- Steve McJunkins
- Alfred Smith
- Tim Stewart
2024-25 Mid-American Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toledo | 0-0 | - | 4-1 |
| Kent State | 0-0 | - | 3-1 |
| Central Michigan | 0-0 | - | 3-2 |
| Eastern Michigan | 0-0 | - | 3-2 |
| Miami (OH) | 0-0 | - | 2-2 |
| Bowling Green | 0-0 | - | 2-3 |
| Buffalo | 0-0 | - | 2-3 |
| Northern Illinois | 0-0 | - | 2-3 |
| Ohio | 0-0 | - | 2-4 |
| Western Michigan | 0-0 | - | 2-4 |
| Akron | 0-0 | - | 1-2 |
| Ball State | 0-0 | - | 1-4 |
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