KALAMAZOO, Mich. (Interstat) — Western Michigan used a strong second half to defeat Central Michigan 77-65 in a Mid-American Conference men’s basketball game Saturday at University Arena before 4,776 fans.

The Broncos, who led 35-31 at halftime, outscored the Chippewas 42-34 after intermission. Jayden Brewer led Western Michigan with 20 points, while Justice Williams added 14. Nathan Claerbaut scored 17 points for Central Michigan, and Keenan Garner added 16.

Western Michigan improved to 7-11 overall. Central Michigan fell to 5-15.