YPSILANTI, Mich. (Interstat) — Western Michigan overcame a slow start to defeat Eastern Michigan 76-62 in a Mid-American Conference men’s basketball game Saturday at the Convocation Center. The Broncos trailed by 12 in the first half before a decisive 48-point second-half performance secured the road victory.

Eastern Michigan led 33-28 at halftime behind strong play from Addison Patterson, who finished with 22 points and nine rebounds. Gregory Lawson added 18 points for the Eagles. Western Michigan’s balanced attack was led by Brady Swartz with 16 points and seven rebounds, while EJ Ryans contributed 13 points. The Broncos improved to 8-15, while the Eagles fell to 9-16. An announced crowd of 1,804 attended.