Zeigler's Double-Double Helps CMU Win Opener, 65-60

Trey Zeigler recorded a double-double, scoring 11 points and grabbing a game-high 12 rebounds, to help Central Michigan past Ferris State, 65-60, in the season opener. The Chippewas (1-0) were able to jump out to an 18-2 lead, holding the Bulldogs (0-2) without a field goal for nearly the first 10 minutes. After a pair of free throws tied the game at 2-2, Ferris missed its next nine attempts from the field as Central pulled away to its largest lead of the night, 16, nine minutes into the game. The Bulldogs were able to recover, coming within seven twice in the half and outshooting the Chippewas most of the last 10 minutes. Five Chippewas saw their first official action within the first 10 minutes of the game, including Austin McBroom and Olivier Mbaigoto who both earned a spot in the starting lineup. Additionally, Zach Saylor returned to the court for the first time since the 2009-10 season, quickly grabbing a career-best five rebounds by the second media timeout.

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