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Eastern Michigan assistant coach Mike Brown tells the team to keep it's composure for final minute of play in the Eagles 45-42 win over the University of Michigan Dec. 9 2014 at Crisler Center in Ann Arbor.

Preview: EMU basketball vs. MSU

By Andrew Mascharka · Monday, Dec. 15, 2014

Coming off a huge 45-42 upset win over the Michigan Wolverines, the Eastern Michigan men’s basketball team looks to pull off yet another upset as they take on the Michigan State Spartans Wednesday night.

EMU students set couch ablaze

EMU fans set a couch on fire celebrating EMU's victory

By Scout Bostley · Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2014

Fans celebrating the Eastern Michigan University men’s basketball victory over the University of Michigan near the intersection of Emmet Street and College Place, outside a house often referred to by students as the ROTC house, dragged a couch across its yard and set the couch on fire early Wednesday morning.

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Eagles upset Wolverines 45-42; Improve to 8-1

By Candis Caldwell · Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2014

The Eastern Michigan University Men's basketball team upset the University of Michigan 45-42 at the Crisler Center Tuesday night, boosting their record to 8-1. This is the fist time the Eagles have defeated the Wolverines since 1997. The victory marks EMU’s second big win against a Big Ten Conference team while having Rob Murphy as coach. Eastern started weak in the first half, with Michigan up 10-0 at the halfway mark. Eventually, Eastern found its way back in the game, ending the first half trailing by only two points, 21-19. As the second half began, Eastern clawed its way into the lead, improving off of their first half mistakes. The Eagles found their groove with a 9-0 run in the second half.  Guard Mike Tally sank two free throws to push Eastern to its biggest lead of the night. Michigan answered back, cutting Eastern’s 9-0 run and resulting in a tied game with 40 even.

EMU vs Madonna

Women's basketball beats Madonna to go 6-3 on the season

By Emma Perpich · Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2014

The Eastern Michigan Eagles rolled over the Madonna Crusaders Tuesday night, beating the Crusaders 68-88 at the Convocation Center. This game marks the fifth straight win for the Eagles in the Convocation Center, leaving them undefeated at home.

EMU upsets U of M 45-42

By Curt Allain · Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2014

Playing a stifling zone defense, Eastern Michigan Basketball upset the University of Michigan at the Crisler Center Tuesday night, winning 45-42. EMU coach Rob Murphy said it was not only a huge win for EMU basketball but the entire athletic department. The Wolverines had no answer for the Eagles swarming defense which invaded Michigan passing lanes and contested every shot UofM tried to put up. EMU faculty and students attending the game took to twitter to come together to enjoy the victory, please follow @EEchoSports and @Amascharka for details. A complete game summary to follow soon.

Bowen Field House on December 10th, 1992 for a men's basketball game.

Column: Can a win over U of M improve fan attendance?

By Andrew Mascharka · Monday, Dec. 8, 2014

Six miles separate the Eastern Michigan Convocation Center and Crisler Center. Tuesday night, the “Battle for Washtenaw County” continues when the Eastern Michigan men’s basketball team travels those six miles to take on the University of Michigan Wolverines.

Eastern Michigan guard Mike Talley jokes with forward Jodan Price in the Eagles 73-64 loss to Dayton Saturday Dec 6 in Dayton, OH.

Men's basketball drops its first game of the season

By Candis Caldwell · Sunday, Dec. 7, 2014

After a tough game against University of Dayton, the Eastern Michigan men’s basketball team undefeated winning streak came to an end with a final score of 73-64, as the Eagles drop their first road game of the season in Ohio. The game began with Eastern and Dayton trading buckets, ending the first half with Eastern trailing by two, 26-28.

Eastern Michigan guard Ray Lee drives to the basket in the Eagles 79-48 win over Longwood Sunday afternoon in the Convocation Center.

Ray Lee named MAC West Player of the Week

By Andrew Mascharka · Monday, Nov. 24, 2014

Eastern Michigan redshirt sophomore Ray Lee was named Mid-American Conference player of the week. This is the second time that Lee has won this honor. Lee averaged 19.8 points in the past four games including a 25 point performance against UNC-Greensboro Saturday night at the Convocation Center.  In the EMU Showcase Tournament this weekend, Lee shot 85% from three point range and 60% overall from the field.

Photo by Sage StephensSome of the debris made it to the hill in Rynearson Stadium, but did not make it as far as the field.

Strong winds damage Convocation Center awning

By Nora Naughton · Monday, Nov. 24, 2014

Part of the awning over the main entrance to the Convocation Center was blown off in the strong winds Monday. The main entrance to the building is closed until further notice. Debris has blown into Rynearson Stadium, but has not reached the football field.

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Final: EMU 71, Youngstown State 62

By Al Willman · Friday, Nov. 21, 2014

The Eastern Michigan men’s basketball team took on Youngstown State University Friday night at the Convocation Center as part of the EMU Showcase. The Eagles won 71-62.

Eastern Michigan forward Karrington Ward throws down a massive dunk in the Eagles 89-77 win over Oakland Monday night in Ypsilanti. The dunk was also featured as the number 1 play on SportsCenter's Top Ten.

Karrington Ward makes SportsCenter Top Ten with dunk against Oakland

By Andrew Mascharka · Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2014

The Eastern Michigan men's basketball team defeated Oakland University, 89-77 Monday night. In the second half, Karrington Ward threw down a dunk which made national news. Ward launched over Oakland point guard Kahlil Felder to throw down the dunk and spin on the rim. ESPN placed it as the number one play of the night on SportsCenter.

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