Akron Zips @ Toledo Rockets
Scott scores 16 off the bench, Akron downs Toledo 96-87
TOLEDO, Ohio -- — Shammah Scott scored 16 points off of the bench to lead Mid-American Conference champion Akron past Toledo 96-87 on Tuesday.
Scott also had five assists for the Zips (24-6, 16-1). Tavari Johnson shot 5 for 8, including 4 for 6 from beyond the arc to add 14 points. Nate Johnson shot 2 of 10 from the field and went 9 for 10 from the line to finish with 13 points, while adding six rebounds.
Sam Lewis led the way for the Rockets (16-14, 9-8) with 23 points. Javan Simmons added 22 points and six rebounds for Toledo. Sonny Wilson had 16 points and three steals.
Both teams next play Friday in regular-season finales. Akron hosts Buffalo and Toledo plays Ohio at home.
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Game Information
Toledo, OH
Referee:Bill Ek
Referee:Lamont Simpson
Referee:Luke Schumer
2025-26 Standings
| Mid-American Conference | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami (OH) | 11-0 | - | 24-0 |
| Akron | 10-1 | 1 | 19-5 |
| Kent State | 8-3 | 3 | 17-7 |
| Ohio | 7-5 | 4.5 | 13-12 |
| Toledo | 6-5 | 5 | 12-12 |
| Massachusetts | 6-6 | 5.5 | 15-10 |
| Bowling Green | 5-6 | 6 | 14-10 |
| Buffalo | 4-7 | 7 | 14-10 |
| Northern Illinois | 3-7 | 7.5 | 8-14 |
| Ball State | 3-7 | 7.5 | 8-15 |
| Eastern Michigan | 3-8 | 8 | 9-15 |
| Central Michigan | 3-8 | 8 | 7-17 |
| Western Michigan | 2-8 | 8.5 | 8-15 |
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