Ball State Cardinals @ Akron Zips
Johnson, Lyles power Akron to 87-77 victory over Ball State
AKRON, Ohio -- — Tavari Johnson had 22 points and Amani Lyles posted a double-double to propel Akron to an 87-77 victory over Ball State on Tuesday night.
Johnson added seven assists for the Zips (13-4, 4-1 Mid-American Conference). Lyles totaled 19 points and 12 rebounds. Shammah Scott hit four 3-pointers and scored 18.
Armoni Zeigler led the Cardinals (4-13, 0-5) with 30 points. Elmore James added 17 points and Davion Hill contributed 15 points and six rebounds.
Akron took the lead with 6:24 remaining in the first half and did not trail again. Lyles led the team with 12 points for a 43-34 advantage at the break. Johnson scored 17 points in the second half.
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Game Information
Akron, OH

Referee:Tim Comer
Referee:Brian McNutt
Referee:Michael Griffith

2025-26 Standings
| Mid-American ConferenceMid-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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