| 1 | 2 | T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CMU | 31 | 40 | 71 |
| BALL | 29 | 36 | 65 |
Rubio scores 18 to lead Central Michigan to 71-65 victory over Ball State
MUNCIE, Ind. -- — Aidan Rubio's 18 points helped Central Michigan defeat Ball State 71-65 on Saturday.
Rubio shot 6 for 9, including 4 for 6 from beyond the arc for the Chippewas (6-8, 1-1 Mid-American Conference). Anthony Pritchard added 15 points while going 5 of 9 and 4 of 5 from the free throw line, and they also had five rebounds and six assists. Derrick Butler was 4 of 7 shooting, including 2 for 3 from 3-point range, and went 4 for 5 from the line to finish with 14 points.
Davion Bailey finished with 21 points for the Cardinals (8-6, 0-2). Basheer Jihad added 16 points and 11 rebounds for Ball State. In addition, Jalin Anderson finished with 11 points and four assists.
------
The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.
Game Information
- Referees:
- Jon Campbell
- Tony Meeks
- Scott Siville
2024-25 Mid-American Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Akron | 10-0 | - | 17-5 |
| Miami (OH) | 9-1 | 1 | 18-5 |
| Toledo | 8-2 | 2 | 14-8 |
| Ohio | 6-4 | 4 | 12-10 |
| Kent State | 5-5 | 5 | 14-8 |
| Central Michigan | 4-6 | 6 | 10-12 |
| Ball State | 4-6 | 6 | 10-12 |
| Eastern Michigan | 4-6 | 6 | 10-12 |
| Western Michigan | 4-6 | 6 | 7-16 |
| Bowling Green | 3-7 | 7 | 8-14 |
| Buffalo | 2-8 | 8 | 7-15 |
| Northern Illinois | 1-9 | 9 | 5-17 |
Men's College Basketball News