HOUSTON — In a closely contested matchup, Eastern Michigan secured a 72-68 win over Northern Arizona on Tuesday, with Da’Sean Nelson leading the way by scoring 20 points.
Nelson also contributed significantly on the boards, grabbing seven rebounds for the Eagles, who improved their record to 5-2.
Christian Henry had an impressive outing, shooting 5 of 11 overall and making 3 out of 5 attempts from beyond the arc, which resulted in 15 points.
Meanwhile, Jalen Terry added to the offensive effort with 11 points, hitting 4 of his 10 shots but struggled with his three-point shooting, going just 1 for 6.

For the Lumberjacks, who also hold a record of 5-2, Trenton McLaughlin was the standout performer, finishing the game with 25 points.
Jayden Jackson not only provided scoring with 16 points but also dominated the glass, pulling down 11 rebounds.
Carson Towt was another key player for Northern Arizona, contributing 14 points and grabbing 13 rebounds.

Eastern Michigan entered halftime with a commanding lead of 37-23, thanks in part to Henry’s contribution of nine points in the first half.
In a thrilling turn of events during the second half, Eastern Michigan rallied to regain the lead, overcoming a four-point deficit with an impressive 11-3 run that culminated in a 66-62 advantage with just 1:22 left on the clock.
Nelson helped seal the victory, netting 12 points in the second half, showcasing his clutch performance when it mattered most.