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Nelson’s 32 lead Eastern Michigan over Northern Illinois 75-71

YPSILANTI, Mich. (AP) — Da’Sean Nelson scored 32 points as Eastern Michigan beat Northern Illinois 75-71 on Saturday.

Nelson also added nine rebounds for the Eagles (7-6, 1-0 Mid-American Conference). Jalin Billingsley added 15 points while shooting 5 of 7 from the field and 4 for 8 from the line while they also had five rebounds. Christian Henry had 13 points and shot 5 for 10, including 1 for 4 from beyond the arc.

James Dent Jr. led the way for the Huskies (4-9, 0-1) with 15 points, eight rebounds and four assists. Northern Illinois also got 14 points and six rebounds from Ethan Butler. Quaran McPherson also put up 12 points.

Nelson’s 16-point second half helped Eastern Michigan close out the four-point victory.

Both teams play on Tuesday. Eastern Michigan visits Toledo and Northern Illinois hosts Kent State.

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