AKRON, Ohio- In the first installment of the Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center Wagon Wheel showdown, the Flashes fell 72-53 to rival Akron on Friday night at the James A. Rhodes Arena.
The Flashes dropped to 17-6 overall and 6-4 in league play.
Junior Antonio Williams paced the Flashes' offense with 12 points, five rebounds, and two assists, while senior Jaylin Walker rounded out the double-figure scoring with 10 points, four rebounds, and a steal. Junior Philip Whittington tied his career high with four blocks.
Kent State found its biggest difficulties on the defensive end where it allowed the Zips to shoot 48.