Old Dominion Monarchs @ Eastern Michigan Eagles
Nelson scores 22 off the bench, Eastern Michigan defeats Old Dominion 76-70
YPSILANTI, Mich. -- — Da'Sean Nelson's 22 points off of the bench led Eastern Michigan to a 76-70 victory against Old Dominion on Saturday.
Nelson shot 8 of 13 from the field and 6 of 11 from the free-throw line for the Eagles (11-12, 4-6 Mid-American Conference). Jalen Terry scored 18 points while going 5 of 11 from the floor, including 4 for 9 from 3-point range, and 4 for 4 from the line. Christian Henry had 13 points and shot 3 of 8 from the field, including 0 for 3 from 3-point range, and went 7 for 10 from the line.
The Monarchs (11-14, 7-5 Sun Belt Conference) were led by Robert Davis Jr., who posted 18 points. Sean Durugordon added 15 points and 12 rebounds for Old Dominion. R.J. Blakney had 11 points.
Terry scored seven points in the first half for Eastern Michigan, who led 29-26 at the break. Nelson's 17-point second half helped Eastern Michigan close out the six-point victory.
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Game Information
Ypsilanti, MI
Referee:Jeff Spedoske
Referee:Tony Meeks
Referee:Joseph Brogan
2025-26 Standings
| Sun Belt ConferenceSun Belt Conference | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Troy | 5-1 | - | 12-6 |
| Arkansas State | 4-1 | 0.5 | 12-5 |
| Georgia Southern | 4-1 | 0.5 | 12-6 |
| Southern Miss | 5-2 | 0.5 | 11-8 |
| South Alabama | 3-2 | 1.5 | 12-5 |
| Marshall | 3-3 | 2 | 11-7 |
| App State | 3-3 | 2 | 10-8 |
| Georgia State | 3-3 | 2 | 6-12 |
| Coastal Carolina | 3-4 | 2.5 | 10-9 |
| Texas State | 3-4 | 2.5 | 10-9 |
| James Madison | 2-3 | 2.5 | 9-8 |
| Old Dominion | 2-4 | 3 | 5-13 |
| Louisiana | 2-5 | 3.5 | 4-15 |
| UL Monroe | 0-6 | 5 | 3-15 |
| Mid-American ConferenceMid-American Conference | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami (OH) | 6-0 | - | 18-0 |
| Akron | 4-1 | 1.5 | 13-4 |
| Kent State | 4-1 | 1.5 | 13-4 |
| Toledo | 4-1 | 1.5 | 10-7 |
| Ohio | 4-2 | 2 | 10-8 |
| Buffalo | 3-2 | 2.5 | 13-4 |
| Eastern Michigan | 3-3 | 3 | 9-9 |
| Bowling Green | 2-3 | 3.5 | 11-6 |
| Massachusetts | 2-4 | 4 | 11-7 |
| Western Michigan | 1-4 | 4.5 | 7-10 |
| Northern Illinois | 1-4 | 4.5 | 5-11 |
| Central Michigan | 1-5 | 5 | 5-13 |
| Ball State | 0-5 | 5.5 | 4-13 |
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