In a thrilling matchup on Tuesday night, Jackson Paveletzke led the Ohio Bobcats to an exciting 84-82 victory over the Central Michigan Chippewas. Paveletzke recorded a total of 22 points and was instrumental in the closing moments of the game when Shereef Mitchell sank two crucial free throws with just 16 seconds left on the clock.

Paveletzke’s impressive performance included not only his scoring but also six rebounds, contributing significantly to the Bobcats’ success. AJ Brown had a strong showing as well, netting 20 points and collecting seven rebounds, while Mitchell finished the game with 18 points, shooting 5 of 16 from the floor, which included three 3-pointers.

On the opposing side, Jakobi Heady was the standout player for Central Michigan, pouring in a remarkable 35 points. His efforts were complemented by Ugnius Jarusevicius, who contributed 25 points and secured six rebounds for the Chippewas.

Paveletzke’s scoring ability was highlighted in the second half, where he amassed 20 of his total points. Both teams will be back on the court this Saturday, with Ohio set to host Akron while Central Michigan heads to take on Western Michigan.