The University of Akron men’s basketball team lost to Youngstown State on Saturday night, 90-82, at the Beeghly Center in Youngstown. It was the season opener for both teams, and it was part of the Coaches vs. Cancer doubleheader. Kent State defeated Cleveland State in the previous game, 79-74.
Center Isaiah Johnson led the Zips with 17 points, going 6-10 from the field. Johnson also led the team with five assists; and he pulled in seven rebounds, one steal, and one block. The big man played well in every area except from the foul line, where he made just five of his 11 attempts.