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Gonzaga will attempt to start 10-0 for the first time since joining the Division I level in 1958-59 when the eighth-ranked Bulldogs host Akron in a non-conference game Saturday. Although Gonzaga is unbeaten and ranked in the top 10, coach Mark Few believes the Bulldogs are far from where he wants them to be. Akron (7-2) is a solid mid-major program that will provide a good barometer for how Gonzaga is progressing after Wednesday's 98-71 win over visiting intrastate rival Washington. Continue to Article

December 09, 2016 6:24:pm EST

AKRON, Ohio (AP) -- Jimond Ivey had 20 points, five rebounds and five assists, Josh Williams hit four 3-pointers and scored 15 points, and Akron beat Coppin State 87-63 on Wednesday night. Continue to Article

December 07, 2016 9:37:pm EST

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) -- Marcus Foster scored 17 of his season-high 27 points in the opening half, including 13 of Creighton's first 16, and the 10th-ranked Bluejays beat Akron 82-70 on Saturday night. Continue to Article

December 03, 2016 9:59:pm EST

Creighton hosts its second opponent of the week from the Mid-American Conference Saturday when Akron visits CenturyLink Center. The Zips could be the stiffest defensive test the No. 10 Bluejays have faced since playing then-No. 9 Wisconsin on Nov. 15. Akron is 6-1 with six consecutive victories since losing its season opener Nov. 12 to Youngstown State. Continue to Article

December 02, 2016 9:25:pm EST