by Kent State Golden Flashes held off a late push to defeat Bowling Green Falcons 78-71 on Tuesday night in a Mid-American Conference men’s basketball matchup.
Kent State built a steady lead behind balanced scoring and strong perimeter shooting, taking control in the first half and carrying a double-digit advantage into the break. The Golden Flashes maintained their edge for much of the second half, answering every Bowling Green run to stay on top.
The Falcons cut the deficit to single digits in the final minutes, fueled by increased defensive pressure and transition baskets, but Kent State sealed the win at the free-throw line down the stretch.
Bowling Green was unable to get closer than seven in the final two minutes, as they missed perimeter shots and turnovers stalled the comeback attempt. Kent State capitalized by slowing the tempo and converting key possessions to maintain control.
The Golden Flashes finished the night with balanced scoring and won the rebounding battle, helping offset Bowling Green’s second-half surge. Bowling Green is struggling to find consistency offensively in the opening half, a deficit that ultimately proved too much to overcome despite the late push.
Both teams still remain in the thick of the Mid-American Conference race as the regular season enters its final weeks, with Bowling Green looking to rebound in its outing and Kent State aiming to build momentum from the road win.
Kent State Golden Flashes is ranked 3rd in the conference and is set to host Central Michigan on Tuesday, Feb 24.
Bowling Green is ranked 4 in the confrence will go on the road on Friday, Feb 20, to face the undefeated Miami (OH) Redhawks. Will the Falcons end the week with a win and break the Redhawks streak?
