Eastern Michigan Eagles @ Western Michigan Broncos
Willis' 16 lead Western Michigan past Eastern Michigan 61-54
KALAMAZOO, Mich. -- — Chansey Willis Jr.'s 16 points helped Western Michigan defeat Eastern Michigan 61-54 on Saturday.
Willis shot 6 for 14, including 2 for 5 from beyond the arc for the Broncos (7-14, 4-5 Mid-American Conference). Javaughn Hannah scored 11 points while going 3 of 12 from the floor, including 0 for 5 from 3-point range, and 5 for 6 from the line and added five rebounds. Donovan Williams and Seryee Lewis both had nine points with Williams grabbing 10 rebounds.
The Eagles (10-11, 4-5) were led by Da'Sean Nelson, who recorded 20 points, 11 rebounds, two steals and two blocks. Christian Henry added 12 points and five assists for Eastern Michigan. Jalin Billingsley finished with nine points and 10 rebounds.
NEXT UP
Both teams next play Tuesday. Western Michigan visits Ohio and Eastern Michiganplays Kent State at home.
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Game Information
Kalamazoo, MI
Referee:Lamont Simpson
Referee:Geoff Vejsicky
Referee:Mark Riggs
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 | 9-3 | 2.5 | 18-7 |
| Toledo | 7-5 | 4.5 | 13-12 |
| Ohio | 7-5 | 4.5 | 13-12 |
| Bowling Green | 6-6 | 5.5 | 15-10 |
| Massachusetts | 6-6 | 5.5 | 15-10 |
| Buffalo | 5-7 | 6.5 | 15-10 |
| Northern Illinois | 3-8 | 8 | 8-15 |
| Ball State | 3-8 | 8 | 8-16 |
| Central Michigan | 3-8 | 8 | 7-17 |
| Eastern Michigan | 3-9 | 8.5 | 9-16 |
| Western Michigan | 2-9 | 9 | 8-16 |
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