KENT, Ohio- The Kent State men's basketball team returns to action as the Flashes open conference play on New Year's Day. On Jan. 1, 2021, the Flashes are scheduled to make the 12-mile trip down the road to take on rival Akron. Tip-off from the James A. Rhodes arena is set for 7 p.m. and will air on CBS Sports Network.
THE GAME
Kent State (3-1, 0-0) vs. Akron (3-1, 1-0)
Friday, Jan. 1 | James A. Rhodes Arena| 7 PM
BROADCAST
TV: CBS Sports Network
Radio: Dave Wilson (pbp), Kent State Radio, Tune-In
AKRON HEAD COACH
John Groce
Record at Akron: 58-42 (fourth season)
KENT STATE HEAD COACH
Record at Kent State: 184-122 (10th season)
ALL-TIME SERIES
Friday's game marks the 155th meeting in series history between Akron and Kent State.