- Matchup: Western Michigan Broncos vs Miami RedHawks
- Date: Tuesday, January 6, 2026
- Venue: Millett Hall, Oxford, OH
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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Millett Hall will host the showdown on Tuesday as the Miami RedHawks (15-0) take on the Western Michigan Broncos (6-8).
In their previous game, the Western Michigan Broncos suffered a defeat against Toledo, losing 84-79. During this match, the Broncos incurred 27 personal fouls while Toledo tallied 17. From beyond the arc, Western Michigan made only 4 of 25 attempts. Toledo managed a free throw percentage of 66.7%, converting 24 of 36 attempts. The Rockets secured 41 rebounds (19 offensively, 22 defensively) and recorded no blocks. Toledo also registered 10 assists alongside 6 steals. Defensively, the Broncos allowed 43.1% shooting from the field, permitting 28 baskets on 65 attempts. The Broncos totaled 14 assists, forced 10 turnovers, and made 6 steals, while grabbing 36 rebounds, 15 of which were offensive. At the charity stripe, they converted 10 of 14 free throws for a success rate of 71.4%. Western Michigan finished the night with a field goal percentage of 43.5% (30 of 69) while nailing 9 of 26 attempts from three-point range.
Justice Williams stood out in the last matchup, ending with a field goal percentage of 34.8% and recording 2 assists. He played 30 minutes, grabbed 2 rebounds, and scored 20 points on 8 of 23 shooting.
Currently, Western Michigan holds a record of 6-8 this season. The team averages 14.0 turnovers per game and commits 19.8 fouls. They secure 38.3 rebounds per game and have dished out 200 assists this season, ranking 252nd in college basketball. Their three-point shooting stands at 33.3% (97 of 291), while their free throw percentage is 73.9%. The Broncos average 75.9 points per game, placing them 216th in Division 1, and shoot 45.1% overall from the field.
Defensively, the Broncos are forcing 10.6 turnovers per game and are whistled for 17.4 fouls per game. They allow opponents to shoot 33.5% from three, ranking 308th in Division 1 in points allowed (78.8). The Broncos permit a field goal percentage of 43.8% (371 of 848) and average 35.0 rebounds allowed per game. They rank 251st in college hoops in assists surrendered, having allowed 214 this season.
In their last outing, the Miami RedHawks celebrated a narrow victory over Akron, winning 76-73. When it came to rebounding, Miami allowed Akron to secure 35 total rebounds (10 offensive). The RedHawks shot 25.0% from three, making 8 of 32 attempts, and converted 9 of 10 free throws for a rate of 90.0%. Akron connected on 28 of 64 field goal attempts, resulting in a shooting percentage of 43.8%. Miami finished 20 for 53 from the floor for a shooting rate of 37.7%, and made 11 of 35 three-point attempts (31.4%). They capitalized on 25 free throws, achieving a percentage of 83.3%. Akron committed 22 fouls, giving the RedHawks 30 trips to the line. Akron recorded 13 turnovers while Miami earned 6 steals and gathered 23 defensive rebounds along with 9 offensive rebounds, totaling 32 boards.
Brant Byers was a key player for the RedHawks, shooting 6 of 10 for a 60.0% success rate, while collecting 4 rebounds. He scored 26 points in 34 minutes without any assists.
Miami is currently undefeated with a record of 15-0 this season. Offensively, the RedHawks are shooting at an impressive 53.6% from the field, ranking first in college basketball. They have accumulated 1,405 points this year, averaging 93.7 points per game, and grab 36.7 rebounds per game. They dish out 17.7 assists per game, ranking 40th nationally, while committing 11.3 turnovers. Miami averages 15.9 personal fouls per game and has a free throw success rate of 78.3%.
On the defensive front, Miami permits opponents to shoot 30.4% from beyond the arc (112 of 368). Opponents are making 75.0% of their free throw attempts, and the RedHawks concede 12.6 assists and 31.5 rebounds per game, sitting at 123rd and 54th in Division 1, respectively. In terms of points per game allowed, Miami ranks 150th in Division 1 with an average of 72.0 points. They force 13.8 turnovers per game and allow opponents to shoot 41.8% from the field, ranking 94th in college basketball.
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s NCAA match against the spread?
Selection: Back Western Michigan
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