Miami (OH) Dominates Maine in Convincing Win
Saturday, December 6, 2025, 1:00 PM ET · Millett Hall
Miami (OH) RedHawks 93, Maine Black Bears 61, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Maine Black Bears vs Miami (OH) RedHawks?
Miami (OH) RedHawks beat Maine Black Bears 93-61 at Millett Hall on December 6, 2025.
Who was favored in Maine Black Bears vs Miami (OH) RedHawks?
Miami (OH) RedHawks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -2100 (about 95% implied). The favorite won.
The Miami (OH) RedHawks showcased their dominance with a decisive 93-61 victory over the Maine Black Bears at Millett Hall. This matchup was particularly noteworthy as it highlighted the stark contrast in the teams' recent performances; Miami entered the game with a strong home record of 8-0, while Maine struggled with an away record of 0-11. The RedHawks have been on a remarkable winning streak, having won their last seven games, while the Black Bears faced their tenth consecutive loss.
In the lead-up to the game, Miami's form was impressive, boasting a 9-1 record over their last ten games and averaging 89.7 points scored per game, while allowing only 68.8. Their recent victories included a commanding 109-65 win against IU East on December 3, and an 111-84 triumph over Arkansas-Pine Bluff on November 23. In contrast, Maine's recent form was concerning, as they had lost all of their last ten games, averaging just 58.8 points scored and 69.2 points allowed. Their latest outing resulted in a 79-57 loss to Ohio on December 4.
The home advantage played a significant role in Miami's performance, as they maintained a perfect home record of 7-0. The RedHawks have demonstrated strong offensive capabilities at home, averaging 90.8 points in their last five games. Meanwhile, Maine's struggles were exacerbated by their away record of 0-7, indicating difficulties in securing wins outside their home arena.
Historically, Miami has consistently outperformed Maine in their previous meetings, further contributing to the expectations surrounding this fixture. The betting market reflected Miami's dominance, with DraftKings setting the spread at -17.5 in favor of the RedHawks, indicating a strong belief in their ability to win comfortably. The total for the game was set at 139.5, with over odds at -115.0 and under odds at -105.0, reflecting expectations for a high-scoring affair given Miami's offensive prowess.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details on player availability, but the overall performance of both teams suggested that Miami was in a stronger position. The conditions in Millett Hall were favorable for the RedHawks, contributing to their high-scoring output.
As the game unfolded, Miami's offensive strategy was evident, with multiple players contributing to the scoring. Notable moments included a series of successful three-point shots and layups that kept the momentum firmly in Miami's favor. The RedHawks' ability to maintain a high scoring average was on display, particularly in the second half, where they continued to pull away from Maine.
Overall, the game served as a testament to Miami's current form and their ability to capitalize on home court advantage, while Maine's struggles continued as they seek to find solutions to their ongoing challenges.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | M-OH -17.5 | 139.5 o -115 / u -105 | Maine Black Bears +1100 · Miami (OH) RedHawks -2100 |
Leaders
- PointsEvan Ipsaro24Miami (OH) RedHawks
- AssistsPeter Suder7Miami (OH) RedHawks
- ReboundsLuke Skaljac7Miami (OH) RedHawks
- PointsKeelan Steele15Maine Black Bears
- AssistsLogan Carey4Maine Black Bears
- ReboundsMekhi Gray4Maine Black Bears
Recent form
Miami (OH) RedHawks
Last 10: 9-1Streak W789.7 scored · 68.8 allowed per game7-0 at home
- W109-65vs IU East IU EASTDec 3
- W82-71at UNC Greensboro SpartansNov 26
- W111-84vs Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden LionsNov 23
- W76-71vs Mercyhurst LakersNov 21
- W76-61at Air Force FalconsNov 15
- W129-49vs Trinity Christian TrollsNov 8
- W87-72vs Old Dominion MonarchsNov 4
- L74-76at Akron ZipsMar 15
- W72-64vs Kent State Golden FlashesMar 14
- W81-75vs Eastern Michigan EaglesMar 13
Maine Black Bears
Last 10: 0-10Streak L1058.8 scored · 69.2 allowed per game0-7 away
- L57-79at Ohio BobcatsDec 4
- L60-64vs Siena SaintsNov 30
- L61-65at Longwood LancersNov 29
- L61-74at American University EaglesNov 28
- L53-58vs Brown BearsNov 23
- L65-72at Merrimack WarriorsNov 20
- L64-70vs Quinnipiac BobcatsNov 16
- L60-72at Rutgers Scarlet KnightsNov 10
- L60-71at Stony Brook SeawolvesNov 8
- L47-67at George Washington RevolutionariesNov 4
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| UMBC | 24-9 | - | 14-2 |
| Vermont | 22-12 | 2 | 12-4 |
| NJIT | 16-17 | 4 | 10-6 |
| UMass Lowell | 15-18 | 5 | 9-7 |
| UAlbany | 11-21 | 7 | 7-9 |
| Maine | 8-24 | 8 | 6-10 |
| New Hampshire | 9-21 | 9 | 5-11 |
| Bryant | 9-22 | 9 | 5-11 |
| Binghamton | 8-23 | 10 | 4-12 |
| Miami (OH) | 32-2 | - | 18-0 |
| Akron | 29-6 | 1 | 17-1 |
| Kent State | 24-10 | 4 | 14-4 |
| Toledo | 19-15 | 7 | 11-7 |
| Bowling Green | 18-14 | 9 | 9-9 |
| Ohio | 15-17 | 9 | 9-9 |
| Buffalo | 17-15 | 11 | 7-11 |
| Massachusetts | 17-16 | 11 | 7-11 |
| Ball State | 12-19 | 11 | 7-11 |
| Central Michigan | 10-21 | 12 | 6-12 |
| Western Michigan | 10-21 | 14 | 4-14 |
| Eastern Michigan | 10-21 | 14 | 4-14 |
| Northern Illinois | 9-21 | 10 | 4-14 |
Box score
| Stat | Maine Black Bears | Miami (OH) RedHawks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 23-52 | 34-67 |
| Field goal % | 44 | 51 |
| Three-pointers | 7-18 | 14-32 |
| Three-point % | 39 | 44 |
| Free throws | 8-13 | 11-13 |
| Free throw % | 62 | 85 |
| Rebounds | 24 | 43 |
| Offensive rebounds | 7 | 17 |
| Defensive rebounds | 17 | 26 |
| Assists | 12 | 22 |
| Steals | 12 | 12 |
| Blocks | 4 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 20 | 15 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 13 | 30 |
| Fast-break points | 11 | 13 |
| Points in the paint | 28 | 38 |
| Fouls | 11 | 11 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 35 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 99 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half30-48Almar Atlason made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half30-50Evan Ipsaro made Layup. Assisted by Peter Suder.
- 2nd Half32-50Keelan Steele made Layup. Assisted by Logan Carey.
- 2nd Half32-52Brant Byers made Layup. Assisted by Evan Ipsaro.
- 2nd Half32-54Antwone Woolfolk made Jumper.
- 2nd Half33-54Logan Carey made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half33-56Evan Ipsaro made Layup.
- 2nd Half33-58Antwone Woolfolk made Dunk. Assisted by Peter Suder.
- 2nd Half33-60Evan Ipsaro made Jumper.
- 2nd Half33-61Brant Byers made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half33-62Brant Byers made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half36-62Caleb Crawford made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ryan Mabrey.
- 2nd Half37-62Yanis Bamba made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half38-62Yanis Bamba made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half40-62Yanis Bamba made Layup.
- 2nd Half40-65Eian Elmer made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Luke Skaljac.
- 2nd Half40-67Eian Elmer made Layup.
- 2nd Half40-68Eian Elmer made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half40-71Almar Atlason made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Peter Suder.
- 2nd Half40-73Kyle Waltz made Layup. Assisted by Peter Suder.
- 2nd Half40-75Peter Suder made Layup. Assisted by Almar Atlason.
- 2nd Half43-75Amare Allen made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Keelan Steele.
- 2nd Half43-77Luke Skaljac made Layup.
- 2nd Half45-77Amare Allen made Layup.
- 2nd Half45-79Peter Suder made Layup.
- 2nd Half47-79Keelan Steele made Layup.
- 2nd Half49-79Keelan Steele made Jumper.
- 2nd Half49-80Tyler Robbins made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half49-81Tyler Robbins made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half49-83Trey Perry made Jumper. Assisted by Kyle Waltz.
- 2nd Half51-83Keelan Steele made Layup. Assisted by Caleb Crawford.
- 2nd Half51-85Brant Byers made Dunk. Assisted by Evan Ipsaro.
- 2nd Half53-85Mekhi Gray made Jumper.
- 2nd Half56-85Ace Flagg made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Logan Carey.
- 2nd Half56-88Trey Perry made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half56-90Trey Perry made Layup.
- 2nd Half59-90Isaac Bonilla made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Logan Carey.
- 2nd Half59-91Trey Perry made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-93Ethan Wright made Layup. Assisted by Trey Perry.
- 2nd Half61-93Logan Carey made Layup.
Win probability
Above the line favours Miami (OH) RedHawks, below favours Maine Black Bears.
Venue
- Millett HallOxford, OH
- Attendance1349
- OfficialsJon Campbell, Brad Clauss, Sean Samsel
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