Eastern Michigan Upsets Akron with Last-Second Dunk in a 61-60 Win
Eastern Michigan University's men's basketball team secured a thrilling 61-60 victory over MAC-leading University of Akron with a last-second dunk by junior Jalin Billingsley, halting Akron's 16-game home winning streak.
The Big PictureThe upset victory by EMU against Akron, despite being the MAC leader, marks a significant shift in the conference dynamics and showcases the competitiveness of college basketball.
By the Numbers- Eastern Michigan shot 43.3% from the field and 26.7% from three-point range, while Akron shot 47.8% from the field but only 20.0% from beyond the arc.
- Jalin Billingsley scored 14 points and grabbed eight rebounds, maintaining a streak of scoring 13+ points in four consecutive games.
- Eastern Michigan improved to 13-17 overall and 6-11 in MAC play, while Akron moved to 21-9 overall and 13-4 in the MAC.
- EMU outrebounded Akron 34-29 and secured their victory by holding Akron to 60 points.
Eastern Michigan is set to face Central Michigan on March 8 for their final game of the 2023-24 season, aiming to end on a high note after their impressive win against Akron.
Bottom LineEastern Michigan's stunning victory over Akron demonstrates their resilience and ability to compete at a high level, altering the conference's landscape and setting the stage for an exciting finish to their season.
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