Omaha Mavericks @ Akron Zips
Johnson's 18 help Akron knock off Omaha 92-84
AKRON, Ohio -- — Nate Johnson had 18 points in Akron's 92-84 victory against Omaha on Saturday night.
Johnson added five assists for the Zips (3-2). Isaiah Gray scored 16 points while going 6 of 10 from the floor, including 2 for 3 from 3-point range, and 2 for 4 from the line. Amani Lyles had 15 points and shot 6 for 9, including 3 for 6 from beyond the arc.
Marquel Sutton led the way for the Mavericks (2-5) with 26 points and six rebounds. Lance Waddles added 19 points, 10 rebounds and four assists for Omaha. JJ White also had 16 points.
Akron led 40-36 at halftime, with Gray racking up 12 points. Tavari Johnson scored a team-high 12 points for Akron after intermission.
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Game Information
Akron, OH
Referee:Bill Ek
Referee:Greg Langsdorf
Referee:Tim Stewart
2025-26 Standings
| Summit League | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Dakota State | 2-0 | - | 12-5 |
| North Dakota | 2-0 | - | 8-10 |
| St. Thomas-Minnesota | 1-0 | 0.5 | 12-4 |
| Denver | 1-1 | 1 | 8-9 |
| South Dakota State | 1-1 | 1 | 8-9 |
| Kansas City | 1-1 | 1 | 4-12 |
| South Dakota | 0-1 | 1.5 | 8-8 |
| Omaha | 0-2 | 2 | 7-10 |
| Oral Roberts | 0-2 | 2 | 5-12 |
| Mid-American Conference | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami (OH) | 4-0 | - | 16-0 |
| Buffalo | 3-0 | 0.5 | 13-2 |
| Kent State | 3-0 | 0.5 | 12-3 |
| Toledo | 3-0 | 0.5 | 9-6 |
| Ohio | 3-1 | 1 | 9-7 |
| Akron | 2-1 | 1.5 | 11-4 |
| Bowling Green | 2-2 | 2 | 11-5 |
| Eastern Michigan | 2-2 | 2 | 8-8 |
| Northern Illinois | 1-3 | 3 | 5-10 |
| Western Michigan | 0-3 | 3.5 | 6-9 |
| Ball State | 0-3 | 3.5 | 4-11 |
| Massachusetts | 0-4 | 4 | 9-7 |
| Central Michigan | 0-4 | 4 | 4-12 |
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