16-13, 10-6 Conference
73
| 1 | 2 | OT | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CMU | 28 | 36 | 9 | 73 |
| KENT | 25 | 39 | 15 | 79 |
15-14, 8-8 Conference
79
Santiago's 21 lead Kent State over Central Michigan 79-73 in OT
KENT, Ohio -- — Giovanni Santiago scored 21 points as Kent State beat Central Michigan 79-73 in overtime on Saturday night.
Santiago added five rebounds for the Golden Flashes (15-14, 8-8 Mid-American Conference). Jalen Sullinger scored 16 points, shooting 6 for 16, including 3 for 9 from beyond the arc. Tyem Freeman had 13 points and was 4 of 8 shooting (3 for 4 from 3-point range).
Jemal Davis and Paul McMillan IV led the way for the Chippewas (16-13, 10-6) with 16 points each. Anthony Pritchard had 14 points and five assists.
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Game Information
M.A.C. Center
3:30 PM, March 2, 2024Coverage: ESPN+
Kent, OH
Attendance: 5,310
- Referees:
- Ron Tyburski
- Mike Pearson
- Ed Phillips
2024-25 Mid-American Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kent State | 0-0 | - | 8-2 |
| Akron | 0-0 | - | 6-4 |
| Miami (OH) | 0-0 | - | 6-4 |
| Toledo | 0-0 | - | 6-5 |
| Central Michigan | 0-0 | - | 5-5 |
| Eastern Michigan | 0-0 | - | 5-5 |
| Buffalo | 0-0 | - | 5-6 |
| Ohio | 0-0 | - | 5-6 |
| Ball State | 0-0 | - | 4-6 |
| Bowling Green | 0-0 | - | 4-6 |
| Northern Illinois | 0-0 | - | 3-8 |
| Western Michigan | 0-0 | - | 3-8 |
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