- Matchup: Miami RedHawks vs UNC Asheville Bulldogs
- Date: Wednesday, December 10, 2025
- Venue: Kimmel Arena, Asheville, NC
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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Kimmel Arena will be the battleground as the UNC Asheville Bulldogs (4-5) take on the undefeated Miami RedHawks (8-0) this Wednesday.
The Miami RedHawks clinched a dominant victory against Maine, finishing with a score of 93-61. They achieved a field goal percentage of 50.7%, hitting 34 of 67 attempts, and were particularly effective from beyond the arc, sinking 14 out of 32 three-point shots. At the free-throw line, Miami converted 11 of 13 for an impressive 84.6%. They secured a total of 37 rebounds, including 12 on the offensive end, and assisted on 22 baskets. Defensively, they forced Maine into 20 turnovers and recorded 12 steals. Maine managed to shoot 44.2% from the floor, completing 23 of 52 attempts, and had 12 assists alongside 12 steals. They secured 24 boards (7 offensive, 17 defensive) but did not register a block. Maine shot 61.5% from the free-throw line, converting 8 of 13 attempts, and made 7 out of 18 shots from long range. Both teams finished with 11 personal fouls each.
Evan Ipsaro was standout for Miami, achieving 69.2% shooting from the field and dishing out 4 assists in his 25 minutes of play, scoring a total of 24 points on 9 of 13 shooting.
With a perfect 8-0 record this season, Miami has demonstrated strong performance metrics. They average 11.6 turnovers and 16.3 fouls per game. The RedHawks are also grabbing 40.1 rebounds per game and have notched 139 assists this season, ranking 194th nationally for assists. They shoot 39.7% from three-point range (91 of 229) and 78.7% from the charity stripe, scoring an impressive average of 95.4 points per game, which places them 6th in college basketball, while hitting 52.8% from the floor.
On the defensive front, the RedHawks force an average of 15.5 turnovers and draw 18.9 fouls per game. They limit opponents to a 30.9% shooting percentage from three-point range and rank 59th in Division 1 in points allowed per game (66.8). Miami’s overall defensive efficiency has them allowing an opponent shooting percentage of 39.5% (189 of 479) and an average of 30.8 rebounds per game, ranking 24th in Division 1 for assists surrendered with 91 on the season.
In their last outing, the UNC Asheville Bulldogs suffered a 75-63 defeat against North Carolina State. In terms of rebounding, the Bulldogs allowed NC State to grab 35 boards (8 offensive). UNC Asheville shot 29.2% from three-point territory, converting 7 of 24 attempts, while performing well at the free-throw line with 12 of 15 for an 80.0% rate. The Bulldogs permitted NC State to convert 28 of 58 field-goal attempts for a success rate of 48.3%. Overall, they managed to hit 20 of 54 shots from the field (37.0%) and made 10 of 24 three-point attempts (41.7%). They successfully converted 13 of 17 free-throw attempts for a 76.5% rate. NC State committed 17 fouls in this game, allowing the Bulldogs a strong showing at the line. UNC Asheville turned the ball over 11 times while recording 8 steals in this matchup, and they ended up with 30 total rebounds (22 defensive, 8 offensive).
Kameron Taylor emerged as a key player for the Bulldogs during this game, scoring 20 points in 33 minutes and achieving 4 assists. He converted 5 of 14 shots for a shooting percentage of 35.7% and grabbed 7 rebounds.
This season, UNC Asheville stands at 4-5. They commit an average of 17.6 personal fouls per game and are hitting 71.0% from the charity stripe. With an assist average of 11.0 per game (345th in Division 1), they turn the ball over 14.1 times per game. So far this season, the Bulldogs have accumulated a total of 667 points (74.1 points per game) while averaging 32.8 rebounds per contest. In terms of offensive efficiency, they are shooting 47.9% from the field, ranking 81st in the nation.
On defense, UNC Asheville limits opponents to 29.9% shooting from three, allowing 69.7% success from the free-throw line. They permit 12.6 assists and 33.7 rebounds per game, ranking 131st and 138th in college basketball, respectively. The Bulldogs also rank 156th nationally in points allowed per game at 72.0. They force an average of 12.4 turnovers per game but allow teams to shoot 44.2% from the field (221st in the country).
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s NCAA matchup against the spread?
Prediction: Back Miami
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