Miami (OH) RedHawks Defeat Massachusetts Minutemen 86-77
Tuesday, February 17, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Mullins Center
Miami (OH) RedHawks 86, Massachusetts Minutemen 77, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Miami (OH) RedHawks vs Massachusetts Minutemen?
Miami (OH) RedHawks beat Massachusetts Minutemen 86-77 at Mullins Center on February 17, 2026.
Who was favored in Miami (OH) RedHawks vs Massachusetts Minutemen?
Miami (OH) RedHawks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -175 (about 64% implied). The favorite won.
In a compelling matchup at the Mullins Center, the Miami (OH) RedHawks continued their undefeated season by defeating the Massachusetts Minutemen 86-77. This victory marks Miami's remarkable record of 26-0, showcasing their dominance throughout the season. The Minutemen, with a home record of 15-12, struggled to keep pace with the high-scoring RedHawks, who averaged 91.0 points per game in their last ten outings.
The RedHawks entered the game riding a ten-game winning streak, having outscored their opponents by an average of 91.0 to 77.7 during that stretch. They had recently secured a convincing 90-74 victory over the Ohio Bobcats and were looking to maintain their momentum against Massachusetts. In contrast, the Minutemen had a record of 6-4 in their last ten games, with their scoring average at 81.6 points while allowing 80.7 points per game. However, they were on a two-game losing streak, having lost their most recent match against the Akron Zips 92-99.
At home, the Minutemen had performed well with a 4-0 record, but their away performance was less impressive at 2-4. The RedHawks, on the other hand, remained perfect on the road with a 4-0 away record. This fixture was particularly noteworthy as it was a rematch of their earlier encounter in January, where Miami narrowly edged out Massachusetts 86-84.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but it is crucial to consider how each team's health could impact their performance. The RedHawks have been largely healthy throughout the season, contributing to their undefeated run.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Miami (OH) favored by 3.5 points, with a total set at 163.5. This indicated a high-scoring expectation, reflecting both teams' offensive capabilities. The odds for Miami's moneyline were -175, while Massachusetts was listed at +145.
The game conditions were favorable for both teams, with no adverse weather or external factors reported that could have influenced play. Fans were treated to a display of offensive prowess, with Miami's ability to score effectively being a focal point.
Throughout the game, viewers witnessed several key plays that highlighted Miami's offensive strategy. Eian Elmer and Peter Suder contributed significantly from the free-throw line, while Danny Carbuccia and Luke Skaljac made crucial layups to maintain the RedHawks' lead in the second half. The final scoring plays underscored Miami's ability to capitalize on free throws, showcasing their composure under pressure.
Ultimately, the RedHawks' victory solidified their status as a formidable force in the NCAAB landscape, while the Minutemen will look to regroup and address their recent struggles as they head into the final stretch of the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | M-OH -3.5 | 163.5 o -112 / u -108 | Miami (OH) RedHawks -175 · Massachusetts Minutemen +145 |
Leaders
- PointsIsaiah Placide19Massachusetts Minutemen
- AssistsDanny Carbuccia6Massachusetts Minutemen
- ReboundsLeonardo Bettiol9Massachusetts Minutemen
- PointsPeter Suder23Miami (OH) RedHawks
- AssistsLuke Skaljac7Miami (OH) RedHawks
- ReboundsPeter Suder5Miami (OH) RedHawks
Recent form
Massachusetts Minutemen
Last 10: 6-4Streak L281.6 scored · 80.7 allowed per game4-0 at home
- L92-99at Akron ZipsFeb 14
- L91-94at Coastal Carolina ChanticleersFeb 7
- W95-89vs Central Michigan ChippewasFeb 4
- W70-67vs Eastern Michigan EaglesJan 31
- L84-86at Miami (OH) RedHawksJan 28
- W68-67at Buffalo BullsJan 24
- W84-82vs Toledo RocketsJan 20
- L68-70at Northern Illinois HuskiesJan 17
- W85-82at Western Michigan BroncosJan 14
- W79-71vs Ball State CardinalsJan 10
Miami (OH) RedHawks
Last 10: 10-0Streak W1091 scored · 77.7 allowed per game4-0 away
- W90-74vs Ohio BobcatsFeb 14
- W90-74at Marshall Thundering HerdFeb 7
- W73-71at Buffalo BullsFeb 3
- W85-61vs Northern Illinois HuskiesJan 31
- W86-84vs Massachusetts MinutemenJan 28
- W107-101at Kent State Golden FlashesJan 21
- W105-102vs Buffalo BullsJan 17
- W100-61vs Central Michigan ChippewasJan 14
- W87-73at Toledo RocketsJan 9
- W87-76vs Western Michigan BroncosJan 7
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | Miami (OH) RedHawks | Massachusetts Minutemen |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 26-52 | 29-57 |
| Field goal % | 50 | 51 |
| Three-pointers | 10-23 | 10-20 |
| Three-point % | 43 | 50 |
| Free throws | 24-33 | 9-16 |
| Free throw % | 73 | 56 |
| Rebounds | 26 | 33 |
| Offensive rebounds | 4 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 22 | 26 |
| Assists | 16 | 16 |
| Steals | 9 | 3 |
| Blocks | 1 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 7 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 14 | 3 |
| Fast-break points | 9 | 0 |
| Points in the paint | 28 | 36 |
| Fouls | 15 | 26 |
| Largest lead | 10 | 2 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 91 | 2 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half51-48Leonardo Bettiol makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-48Peter Suder makes 23-foot three point jumper (Luke Skaljac assists)
- 2nd Half56-48Luke Skaljac makes 4-foot jumper
- 2nd Half56-49Leonardo Bettiol makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-51Danny Carbuccia makes 2-foot jumper
- 2nd Half56-53Leonardo Bettiol makes layup (Danny Carbuccia assists)
- 2nd Half56-54Danny Carbuccia makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-55Danny Carbuccia makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-55Peter Suder makes layup
- 2nd Half59-55Peter Suder makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half59-57Leonardo Bettiol makes layup
- 2nd Half60-57Antwone Woolfolk makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-60Marcus Banks Jr. makes 23-foot three point jumper (Danny Carbuccia assists)
- 2nd Half60-62Isaiah Placide makes layup (Danny Carbuccia assists)
- 2nd Half61-62Antwone Woolfolk makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-62Almar Atlason makes 28-foot three point jumper (Eian Elmer assists)
- 2nd Half64-63Marcus Banks Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-63Almar Atlason makes layup (Brant Byers assists)
- 2nd Half67-63Almar Atlason makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half67-65Marcus Banks Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half68-65Eian Elmer makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-68Isaiah Placide makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half71-68Eian Elmer makes 23-foot three point jumper (Luke Skaljac assists)
- 2nd Half73-68Peter Suder makes layup (Luke Skaljac assists)
- 2nd Half73-70Daniel Hankins-Sanford makes layup (Danny Carbuccia assists)
- 2nd Half75-70Peter Suder makes layup
- 2nd Half76-70Peter Suder makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half76-72Leonardo Bettiol makes layup (Isaiah Placide assists)
- 2nd Half77-72Luke Skaljac makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half78-72Luke Skaljac makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half78-73Isaiah Placide makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half79-73Eian Elmer makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half80-73Eian Elmer makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half81-73Peter Suder makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half82-73Peter Suder makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half82-75Danny Carbuccia makes layup
- 2nd Half84-75Luke Skaljac makes layup
- 2nd Half85-75Luke Skaljac makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half85-77Jayden Ndjigue makes 10-foot jumper (Danny Carbuccia assists)
- 2nd Half86-77Eian Elmer makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Massachusetts Minutemen, below favours Miami (OH) RedHawks.
Venue
- Mullins CenterAmherst, MA
- Attendance7524
- OfficialsNate Harris, Jeff Spedoske, Kevin Raher
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