Basketball

Men's basketball secures spot in MAC tournament by defeating Ohio, 83-79

Eagles advance to Cleveland for first time since 2018.

EMU men's basketball shines on national stage, knocks off Central Michigan 84-73

The Eastern Michigan men's basketball team flourished under the spotlight in front of their largest home crowd of the season and on national television at the George Gervin GameAbove center for the first time since 2018. It knocked off in-state foe Central Michigan 84-73 to secure a significant victory and further bolster their MAC tournament bid. 

EMU women's basketball erases 23-point halftime deficit, falls short to Miami in OT, 82-72

Following a second quarter in which the Eastern Michigan women’s basketball team scored only three points in 10 minutes and entered halftime trailing by 23, things looked bleak for the Eagles, who were up against the fifth-best team in the conference. However, instead of peacefully accepting their 24th defeat of the season, the Eagles chose not to go down without a valiant fight. 

Eastern Michigan men's basketball falls short in heartbreaker to Bowling Green, 65-60

The Eastern Michigan men’s basketball team’s road to the MAC conference tournament became more difficult. Despite erasing an 18-point deficit early in the second half and shooting 62.1% from the field in the final frame, the Eagles ultimately fell short to the Bowling Green Falcons at home, 65-60. 

Terry's buzzer-beating 3-pointer lifts Eastern Michigan over Northern Illinois

Terry's 28 points and buzzer-beating three complete comeback for Eastern Michigan, seven wins in MAC play marks best for head coach Stan Heath.

Nelson, Terry pave way for critical EMU men's basketball triumph over Miami

Fresh off being named the NCAA’s Oscar Robertson National Player of the Week and the MAC Player of the Week for his career game against Toledo, Jalen Terry backed up his efforts from Saturday with a 24 point performance tonight - him and Da’Sean Nelson once again headlining Eastern Michigan’s scoring output in a crucial win against Miami (OH), 76-66. 

Eagle Sports Tips and Tales: Feb. 18-24

Eastern Michigan athletics is gearing up for an action-packed week with key basketball, track and field, tennis, baseball, and golf events—all crucial matchups and tournaments you won’t want to miss!

Eagles lose thriller against MAC-best Ball State, 74-69

The Eastern Michigan women’s basketball team fought hard against MAC leader Ball State in a thrilling matchup. Still, a fourth-quarter offensive slump and defensive struggles in the final minutes led to a narrow 74-69 defeat.

Career night for Terry allows Eagles to top Rockets, 80-73

Da’Sean Nelson reached his 1,000th career point as the Eastern Michigan Eagles secured a dominant 80-73 victory over Toledo, led by Jalen Terry’s career-high 38 points on 88% shooting.

Men’s basketball drops hard-fought battle at Ball State in overtime, 86-84

The Eagles' late leads in regulation and overtime dissipate in a tough 45-minute battle in Muncie.

Alums, student celebrate TruEMU Night at the Detroit Pistons

Nelson, Terry help Eastern snap 3-game skid against Old Dominion, 76-70

It was a tale of two halves for the Eastern Michigan men’s basketball team against Old Dominion. The Eagles made a notable change to their approach in the second half: feed Da’Sean Nelson in the paint, and watch good things happen.

Eastern MBB drops 3rd straight in MAC play to Kent State, 70-49

The Eastern Michigan men’s basketball team’s roller coaster 2024-25 campaign continued on Tuesday evening. After winning three straight in conference play and firmly entrenching themselves as MAC tournament contenders, the Eagles have now lost their third straight, falling 70-49 at home to Kent State.

EMU women's basketball celebrates Alumni Weekend, hosts Play4Kay event, but falls to Toledo, 77-49

It was not your average Saturday at the George Gervin GameAbove Center this week - as not only did the Eastern Michigan women’s basketball team recognize a few prominent alums to play for the college in the afternoon, but they also sported new alternate pink jerseys in honor of the school’s annual Play4Kay game. They recognized National Women and Girls in Sports Day.

Men’s basketball drops second straight game 61-54, slipping below .500 in MAC play

Eagles' late comeback effort falls short to Broncos, drops to 4-5 in MAC Play.

EMU women’s basketball hosts alumni weekend and Play4Kay game to honor women in sports

EMU women's basketball will host a special weekend featuring National Girls and Women in Sports Day, the annual Play4Kay game to raise breast cancer awareness, and Alumni Weekend. The weekend will unite past and present players to celebrate the program’s legacy.

Women's basketball drops 13th consecutive game against Kent State, 79-59

Eleko and Smith score a combined 48 points in Eagle's 13th straight loss.

Winning streak ends for men’s basketball in 89-80 loss to Miami

Christian Henry scores 25, and Da'Sean Nelson blocks three shots, the longest winning streak in MAC play since 2020 ends.

EMU men's basketball coach Stan Heath scores 250th career win

Not only did Saturday’s 90-77 victory for the Eastern Michigan men’s basketball team against Buffalo mark their third win in a row in conference play - the first time the team has achieved that feat since the 2019-20 season - it was also a milestone triumph for Eagles head coach Stan Heath. 

EMU women's basketball falls short despite late run against Northern Illinois, 78-70

An 11-1 run late in the fourth quarter helped the Eastern Michigan women’s basketball team cut a 13-point deficit against Northern Illinois down to three with just 45 seconds left - but ultimately, it was too little, too late for the Eagles.