MADISON, N.J. – The Eastern University Women's Basketball staff knew things were going to have to go well to beat the MAC Freedom-leading FDU-Florham Devils in Madison. Things went well for the opening 15 minutes,  but the Devils (18-3,10-1 MAC Freedom) used a 21-4 run through the middle portion of the game to build a double-digit lead. The Eagles shot only 33 percent from the floor for the game and fell, 62-49.

While the rest of the squad struggled from the floor, Emily Lavin was productive throughout the game. The senior forward scored ten points each half and finished with 14 rebounds and five blocked shots. She made eight of her first ten shots and finished 9-of-13 from the floor. Lavin moved into the third spot on Eastern's career rebounding list. She has 887 in 97 career games.

Lavin had eight points, four rebounds and two blocks in the opening quarter, and the two teams were tied at 14 after ten minutes. The Eagles slowed down in the second quarter. They made only 3-of-12 shots and the Devils gained momentum late in the period.

The Eagles missed the opportunity to take advantage of the shooting struggles of the hosts when they committed 15 turnovers before the break.

The Devils continued their decisive run to start the second half. With the lead in the fourth quarter, the Devils were able to shorten the game with long possessions on the offensive end of the floor and a packed in zone on the other end. The Eagles were able to force only three FDU turnovers in the second half.

Kendrea Williams scored a game-high 25 points to lead the Devils.

Eastern (14-8, 5-6 MAC Freedom) will host Manhattanville College on Saturday.