Akron Runs Past Muskingum, Extends Streak at the JAR to 32 Games

Monday, November 9

Akron, Ohio

7:00 PM

University of Akron

2-0,0-0MAC

112

Muskingum

2-0,0-0OAC

Team	1	2	F
Muskingum	27	37	64
Akron	62	50	112

November 09 | Men's Basketball

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AKRON, Ohio – The Akron men's basketball team turned in a dominant offensive performance, scoring 112 points in a 112-64 victory over Muskingum on Monday night at James A. Rhodes Arena.

The Zips improved to 2-0 on the season, shooting 56.0 percent from the field (42-of-75) and knocking down 13 three-pointers. Akron also controlled the glass, outrebounding the Muskies 48-25, and recorded 26 assists on its 42 made field goals.

Tahj Staveskie led the Zips with 22 points, including six three-pointers, while Ty Pence added 13 points and five rebounds. Colin White and Tai Perkins each finished with 11 points, and Zach Halligan contributed 10 points and four assists.

Buddy Hammer Jr. recorded finished with eight points and a game-high 10 rebounds. Evan Mahaffey added eight points, five assists and two steals.

HOW IT HAPPENED
Akron wasted little time establishing control, opening the game with a 15-0 run. Staveskie connected on a pair of early three-pointers, while Halil Barre and Pence added baskets to give the Zips a commanding start.

Staveskie continued his hot shooting, knocking down four three-pointers in the first half. Halligan and White also connected from beyond the arc as Akron built its advantage. The Zips shot 62.9 percent from the field and 55.6 percent from three-point range in the opening 20 minutes, taking a 62-27 lead into the break.

Akron maintained its momentum after halftime, using balanced scoring and contributions throughout the lineup to keep Muskingum at a distance. The Zips added 50 points in the second half, with Perkins leading the way with nine points after the break. Akron's lead reached 48 points before the final buzzer.

The Zips finished with 58 points in the paint, 23 fast-break points and 17 second-chance points. Akron also received 51 points from its bench.

GAME NOTES
• Akron improved to 2-0 on the season.
• The Zips scored 100 or more points for the first time this season.
• Tahj Staveskie led all scorers with 22 points and six three-pointers.
• Buddy Hammer Jr. recorded eight points and 10 rebounds.
• Akron had five players reach double figures.
• The Zips shot 56.0 percent from the field and 37.1 percent from three-point range.
• Akron held a 48-25 advantage on the boards and dished out 26 assists.
• All 13 Akron players who appeared in the game scored.

BY THE NUMBERS
• 112: Akron's point total.
• 62: First-half points for the Zips.
• 58: Akron points in the paint.
• 48: Akron rebounds.
• 26: Team assists.
• 23: Fast-break points.
• 17: Second-chance points.
• 51: Bench points.

UP NEXT
Akron continues its homestand when it returns to James A. Rhodes Arena for its next contest. Check GoZips.com for the latest schedule and broadcast information.