ATHENS, Ohio — In an exciting matchup on Tuesday night, Jackson Paveletzke led the Ohio Bobcats to a narrow victory over the Central Michigan Chippewas with a final score of 84-82. Paveletzke showcased his skills by scoring 22 points and securing six rebounds, helping elevate Ohio to a record of 14 wins and 12 losses, with 8 victories in the Mid-American Conference.

AJ Brown also played a significant role in the game, contributing 20 points along with seven rebounds. Shereef Mitchell was pivotal in the closing moments, making two crucial free throws with only 16 seconds left on the clock. Mitchell ended the game with 18 points, shooting 5 of 16 from the field, including three successful 3-pointers out of six attempts, while also hitting 5 of 7 from the free-throw line.

On the other side of the court, Central Michigan’s Jakobi Heady turned in an impressive performance, scoring an astonishing 35 points, while Ugnius Jarusevicius supported the team with 25 points and six rebounds. Paveletzke’s contribution was particularly noteworthy as he scored 20 of his 22 points in the second half, demonstrating his ability to perform under pressure.

Both teams are scheduled to return to action on Saturday, with Ohio set to host Akron, while Central Michigan will travel to face Western Michigan. This thrilling encounter showcased the competitive spirit of both teams as they strive for better standings in the conference.