YPSILANTI, Mich. – The Eastern Michigan University men’s basketball team fell to IU Indy 90-83 on November 14. Addison Patterson led the scoring with 23 points, shooting perfectly from three-point range.
The game started strong for Eastern, who quickly built a 15-7 lead thanks to Patterson’s early contributions. However, IU Indy turned the tide with a 14-4 run, taking a 21-19 lead. They continued to dominate, ending the first half with a 49-38 advantage.
In the second half, IU Indy extended their lead to 52-38, their largest of the game. Eastern fought back, closing the gap with an impressive 11-2 run that tied the game at 74-74 with just over six minutes left. But down the stretch, Eastern struggled, making only one field goal in the final 6:39, allowing the Jaguars to seal the win.
Game Highlights:
- Eastern shot 41.1% from the field, while IU Indy shot 54.7%.
- EMU secured 40 rebounds, including 18 offensive boards. This marks their best start for offensive rebounds since the 2019-2020 season.
- Patterson’s performance was notable, recording his 21st career game with 20 or more points.
Historical Context:
Eastern leads the all-time series against IU Indy 4-2. Freshman Mo Habhab has been consistent, scoring 15 points in each of his first three games, a feat not seen since Noah Farrakhan in the 2021-22 season.
What’s Next:
Eastern faces local rival University of Detroit Mercy on November 18. Fans can keep up with team updates on social media and the EMU website.
The Eagles are looking to bounce back and improve their performance as the season progresses. Stay tuned for what is sure to be an exciting matchup against Detroit Mercy!
