INDIANAPOLIS — Jalen Terry showcased his scoring prowess by netting 28 points, leading Eastern Michigan to a narrow victory over Indiana University Indianapolis with a final score of 74-71 on Thursday evening.

In the closing moments of the game, Arne Osojnik secured the win for the Eagles by sinking two free throws with just 25 seconds remaining, extending their lead to 74-68. Terry also contributed significantly on the boards, grabbing nine rebounds and making three steals for Eastern Michigan, which now boasts a record of 2-1. Osojnik was efficient, hitting 5 of 7 shots from the field to finish with 13 points. Christian Henry added to the offensive effort, scoring 11 points on a shooting line of 3 for 12, which included two successful three-pointers and three conversions from the free-throw line.

On the opposing side, the Jaguars faced an uphill battle, with Paul Zilinskas leading the way in scoring by racking up 25 points. His efforts were supported by teammates Keenan Garner and Jarvis Walker, who each contributed 11 points to the scoreboard. Despite the loss, Zilinskas’s performance kept the Jaguars competitive throughout the game.

In the first half, Terry scored 12 points, helping Eastern Michigan hold a slim edge at halftime with a score of 45-39. The team’s momentum carried into the second half, where Terry ignited his scoring again with 16 additional points, sealing the victory for the Eagles as they look to build on their success in the upcoming games.