Western Michigan hosts the Akron Zips after Hannah Spitzley scored 20 points in Western Michigan's 56-43 loss to the Central Michigan Chippewas.

Central Michigan (11-14, 4-8) made it interesting against Akron, but the Zips prevailed with Nate Johnson totaling 18 points, seven rebounds, three assists and three steals. Amani Lyles finished with 14 points and two blocks. "I told them after the game ...