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Gray cement sidewalks and structures surround the black gate, closed in front of a football stadium on a partly cloudy day. A metal statue of a basketball player holding a ball above its head is positioned in the middle of the walkway.

Donlon Era Begins: New-Look Staff Signals Fresh Start for EMU Basketball

By Ruby Brannon · Wednesday, April 29, 2026

Eastern Michigan University men’s basketball enters the 2026–27 season with a complete reset, highlighted by a high-caliber coaching staff assembled by head coach Billy Donlon. Blending veteran leadership, deep Michigan recruiting ties, and strong program connections, the new staff positions the Eagles for a tougher, more competitive future.

Addison Patterson vs Miami University

Eagles’ late rally stalls in Buffalo; EMU falls 72-67

By Ruby Brannon · Monday, March 9, 2026

The Eastern Michigan University men’s basketball team’s late-game surge fell just short on Tuesday night, resulting in a 72-67 loss to the University at Buffalo. Despite a valiant second-half effort where the Eagles outscored the Bulls by double digits, they were unable to overcome a significant halftime deficit in their final road game of the regular season.

Eastern's #7 Rubio shooting with pressure from the Northern Illinois players.

Eagles snap eight-game losing streak with 66-54 win over Central Michigan Chippewas

By Ruby Brannon · Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2026

Eastern Michigan University snapped an eight-game losing streak with a commanding 66–54 Mid-American Conference victory over in-state rival Central Michigan University at the George Gervin GameAbove Center, leading for nearly 38 minutes and placing four players in double figures. Fueled by standout performances from Gregory Lawson II, Godslove Nwabude, Mohammad Habhab, and Addison Patterson, the Eagles controlled the stat sheet and rivalry matchup to improve to 10–17 overall and regain momentum heading into their next conference test.

Patterson #9 dribbles the ball while a Kent State player chases him and sticks his arm out.

Patterson’s career night not enough as Eagles fall in shootout at Kent State

By Ruby Brannon · Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026

Despite a career-high 32 points from Addison Patterson and a dominant first-half performance, Eastern Michigan fell 95-91 to Kent State after being outscored 55-44 in the second half. A decisive free-throw disparity and Kent State’s perimeter shooting proved too much to overcome, extending the Eagles’ losing streak to seven games and tightening their postseason outlook in the MAC.

Eastern's player #4 is dunking the basketball and hanging on the basketball hoop.

Eagles drop heartbreaker in Boone: Eastern Michigan falls short in MAC-SBC challenge

By Ruby Brannon · Monday, Feb. 9, 2026

The Eastern Michigan University men’s basketball fell just short in a tightly contested 65–60 loss to Appalachian State University on Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026, in the MAC–Sun Belt Conference Challenge, despite nine ties and four lead changes throughout the game. Redshirt freshman Mohammad Habhab led the Eagles with a dominant all-around performance, posting a double-double and continuing a historic defensive streak, but late execution favored the Mountaineers in the final minutes.

An Eastern Michigan University Men's Basketball player runs on court.

A heart-stopping MAC showdown comes down to the wire

By Ruby Brannon · Friday, Feb. 6, 2026

The Eastern Michigan University men’s basketball suffered a heartbreaking 66–64 loss to Akron University on Feb. 3, 2026, in a tightly contested MAC battle that featured 15 lead changes and was decided by a game-winning 3-pointer in the final seconds. Despite strong performances from Gregory Lawson II and Addison Patterson, along with advantages in shooting and rebounding, the Eagles’ late surge fell just short against the conference-leading Zips.

Braelon Green dribbles the ball down the basketball court while avoiding defensive players from the other team.

Eagles fall in double-overtime heartbreaker to Kent State

By Ruby Brannon · Sunday, Jan. 25, 2026

The Eastern Michigan University Eagles pushed Kent State University to the brink in a thrilling double-overtime battle but ultimately came up just short in a heartbreaking loss. Despite resilient late-game execution and extended play, the Eagles were unable to secure the win as Kent State capitalized in the final moments.

#6 Fernanda Ovalle, in a green Eastern Michigan University jersey, dribbling the ball.

Eagle Sports Tips & Tales | Jan. 20-26

By Ruby Brannon · Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026

This guide to sports at Eastern Michigan University for Jan. 20–26, 2026, highlights a busy week of competition across multiple sports, paired with key historical notes from each program. Featuring home and road matchups in basketball, gymnastics, track and field, swimming and diving, and women’s tennis, this guide provides fans with viewing information and context on rivalries, records and past performances shaping the week ahead.

#3, in a white jersey, shooting with Oakland players around, in black jerseys.

Eagles fall short in offensive battle against Bowling Green

By Ruby Brannon · Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026

Eastern Michigan men’s basketball showed offensive efficiency and resilience but fell 85–79 on the road to Bowling Green, despite two 22-point performances and a strong second-half push. The Falcons’ blistering three-point shooting, particularly in the first half, proved decisive as the loss dropped the Eagles to 9–10 overall and 3–4 in MAC play.

Several college-aged gymnasts wearing black and green Eastern Michigan University leotards energetically high-five one another and smile.

Eagle Sports Tips & Tales | Jan. 13-19

By Ruby Brannon · Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2026

This mid-January bulletin previews key upcoming matchups for EMU gymnastics, women’s tennis, men’s and women’s basketball, and track and field, pairing current scouting reports with notable historical results that show how the Eagles have traditionally performed during this exact week in previous years.

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