Phat Phat Brooks had 22 points, and the Central Michigan Chippewas defeated the Youngstown State Penguins 91-78 on Tuesday night at McGuirk Arena.
The Chippewas came out fast, taking the first half 50-34. Down by as many as 9, the Chippewas rallied. A 13-0 run in the first half built the early lead.
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For Central Michigan, Phat Phat Brooks finished with 22 points, Keenan Garner added 13 points and six rebounds, while Jalen Kampen chipped in 13 points.
For Youngstown State, Jaiden Haynes had 15 points, four rebounds and four assists, and Jeff Nwankwo added 15 points and five rebounds.
The Chippewas moved to 3-0. The Penguins dropped to 1-2.
The Chippewas are first in the MAC and have won three straight. Central Michigan is 2-0 at home and 1-0 on the road. The Penguins are first in the Horizon and have lost two straight.
The Chippewas next visit the Northern Kentucky Norse on Saturday, Nov. 14, at 3:30 p.m. ET. The Penguins next host the Marshall Thundering Herd on Saturday, Nov. 14, at 6:00 p.m. ET.
