Overview
- Tavari Johnson scored 25 points and handed out seven assists to pace Akron.
- A 7-0 burst in the final four minutes — a Shammah Scott layup, an Eric Mahaffey three and an Evan Mahaffey layup — created decisive separation.
- The matchup featured 20 lead changes and seven ties in a back-and-forth night at James A. Rhodes Arena.
- Amani Lyles added 19 points with five rebounds, Eric Mahaffey had 13 points and eight boards, and Zach Halligan posted a career-high 10.
- Toledo fell to 11-10 overall and 5-4 in the MAC, with Akron now turning to a home date against Kent State as the Rockets prepare for Ball State.