Scott scores 16 off the bench, Akron downs Toledo 96-87

By Canadian Press on March 4, 2025.

TOLEDO, Ohio (AP) — Shammah Scott scored 16 points off of the bench to lead Mid-American Conference champion Akron past Toledo 96-87 on Tuesday.

Scott also had five assists for the Zips (24-6, 16-1). Tavari Johnson shot 5 for 8, including 4 for 6 from beyond the arc to add 14 points. Nate Johnson shot 2 of 10 from the field and went 9 for 10 from the line to finish with 13 points, while adding six rebounds.

Sam Lewis led the way for the Rockets (16-14, 9-8) with 23 points. Javan Simmons added 22 points and six rebounds for Toledo. Sonny Wilson had 16 points and three steals.

Both teams next play Friday in regular-season finales. Akron hosts Buffalo and Toledo plays Ohio at home.

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