Akron 87, BGSU 86 OT

January 23, 2002 | Men's Basketball

Jan. 23, 2002

The Falcons played their third overtime game of the season and are now 2-1 in those games.

BGSU is now 3-3 when it gives up 80 points or more and 11-0 when it holds opponents to 79 points or less.

Len Matela had his 27th career double-double and second in two games with 25 points and 15 rebounds. Matela is now 18th on the school's all-time scoring list with 1,264 points surpassing Jay Larranaga who finished with 1,249.

Keith McLeod had his sixth game of 30 points or more this season. He is averaging 28.9 points away from home this season. McLeod is now 8th on the school's all-time scoring list with 1,544 points, surpassing David Jenkins who had 1,525 points.

Kris Wilson had his first two three-point baskets since making a three-pointer against Defiance in the fourth game of the season.

Brent Klassen had a season-high eight rebounds.

Brandon Pardon had his third double-digit assist game of the season with 11.