Miami (OH) Dominates Milligan in 135-81 Victory
Monday, December 22, 2025, 1:00 PM ET · Millett Hall
Miami (OH) RedHawks 135, Milligan Buffaloes 81, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Milligan Buffaloes vs Miami (OH) RedHawks?
Miami (OH) RedHawks beat Milligan Buffaloes 135-81 at Millett Hall on December 22, 2025.
In a commanding display, the Miami (OH) RedHawks triumphed over the Milligan Buffaloes with a final score of 135-81. This matchup, held at Millett Hall, showcased Miami's impressive home record of 13-0 and underscored their current dominance in the NCAAB league. The RedHawks have been in exceptional form, boasting a perfect 10-0 record in their last ten games, with an average of 88.5 points scored and 72.2 points allowed. Their recent performance includes victories against notable opponents such as the Ball State Cardinals, Wright State Raiders, and Eastern Kentucky Colonels, all of which they defeated by significant margins.
On the other hand, the Milligan Buffaloes have struggled recently, suffering three consecutive losses. Their last three games resulted in an average of only 65 points scored while allowing a staggering 91 points per game. This includes a particularly tough outing against the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders, where they lost 51-100. Milligan's away record stands at 0-3, highlighting their difficulties when playing outside their home venue.
The game featured a flurry of scoring plays, with Miami's offense firing on all cylinders. Key moments included a 26-foot three-point jumper from Kyle Waltz and a series of successful free throws from Ethan Wright, contributing to Miami's overwhelming lead. The RedHawks' ability to maintain pressure on Milligan throughout the game was evident, as they consistently expanded their advantage in each half.
In terms of previous meetings, the block does not provide specific historical context, but Miami's current form suggests they were well-prepared for this matchup. The injury picture is also not detailed in the block, leaving us without insights into player availability that might have impacted the game.
The market had priced Miami (OH) as the clear favorite, reflecting their strong performance and home advantage. The odds indicated a high probability of a home win, which ultimately proved accurate with Miami's decisive victory.
Conditions during the game were favorable for a high-scoring affair, as Miami's offensive strategy appeared to overwhelm Milligan's defense. Fans watching the game were treated to an exhibition of offensive prowess from the RedHawks, who demonstrated their capability to score from various positions on the court.
Overall, this game highlighted the stark contrast between the two teams' current trajectories, with Miami (OH) solidifying their status as a formidable contender in the league.
Leaders
- PointsTrey Perry24Miami (OH) RedHawks
- AssistsTrey Perry9Miami (OH) RedHawks
- ReboundsTyler Robbins8Miami (OH) RedHawks
- PointsTe'Jon McDaniel-McCormick23Milligan Buffaloes
- AssistsTe'Jon McDaniel-McCormick5Milligan Buffaloes
- ReboundsTe'Jon McDaniel-McCormick8Milligan Buffaloes
Recent form
Miami (OH) RedHawks
Last 10: 10-0Streak W1088.5 scored · 72.2 allowed per game4-0 at home
- W86-77at Ball State CardinalsDec 20
- W83-76at Wright State RaidersDec 17
- W79-69at Eastern Kentucky ColonelsDec 13
- W90-87at UNC Asheville BulldogsDec 10
- W93-61vs Maine Black BearsDec 6
- 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
Milligan Buffaloes
Last 3: 0-3Streak L365 scored · 91 allowed per game0-3 away
- L51-100at Middle Tennessee Blue RaidersNov 5
- L75-95at Tennessee Tech Golden EaglesDec 29
- L69-78at Western Carolina CatamountsDec 19
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 | Milligan Buffaloes | Miami (OH) RedHawks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 31-72 | 51-67 |
| Field goal % | 43 | 76 |
| Three-pointers | 13-37 | 20-30 |
| Three-point % | 35 | 67 |
| Free throws | 6-8 | 13-16 |
| Free throw % | 75 | 81 |
| Rebounds | 24 | 34 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 2 |
| Defensive rebounds | 15 | 32 |
| Assists | 15 | 32 |
| Steals | 2 | 8 |
| Blocks | 1 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 6 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 5 | 24 |
| Fast-break points | 4 | 21 |
| Points in the paint | 20 | 58 |
| Fouls | 12 | 7 |
| Largest lead | 1 | 57 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 2 | 98 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half54-92Jackson Kotecki makes layup (Trey Perry assists)
- 2nd Half57-92Te'Jon McDaniel-McCormick makes 25-foot three point jumper (Grant Hensley assists)
- 2nd Half57-94Tyler Robbins makes layup
- 2nd Half59-94Jake Benham makes layup (Zack Turner assists)
- 2nd Half59-96Trey Perry makes driving layup
- 2nd Half59-99Trey Perry makes 26-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half60-99Liviu Anton makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-99Liviu Anton makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-100Jackson Kotecki makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-102Antwone Woolfolk makes 1-foot dunk
- 2nd Half61-104Antwone Woolfolk makes layup (Peter Suder assists)
- 2nd Half61-106Brant Byers makes layup (Eian Elmer assists)
- 2nd Half64-106Te'Jon McDaniel-McCormick makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half64-108Peter Suder makes layup (Antwone Woolfolk assists)
- 2nd Half65-108Te'Jon McDaniel-McCormick makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-108Te'Jon McDaniel-McCormick makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-110Eian Elmer makes 1-foot dunk
- 2nd Half68-110Te'Jon McDaniel-McCormick makes 9-foot jumper
- 2nd Half68-111Eian Elmer makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-112Eian Elmer makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-114Tyler Robbins makes layup (Trey Perry assists)
- 2nd Half68-116Trey Perry makes layup (Almar Atlason assists)
- 2nd Half68-117Trey Perry makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half70-117Zack Turner makes 16-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half70-119Trey Perry makes layup (Almar Atlason assists)
- 2nd Half73-119Jake Benham makes 24-foot three point jumper (Ahmari Hicks assists)
- 2nd Half73-120Almar Atlason makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half73-121Almar Atlason makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-123Trey Perry makes layup
- 2nd Half75-123Zivko Damjanovic makes layup (Zack Turner assists)
- 2nd Half75-125Tyler Robbins makes layup (Trey Perry assists)
- 2nd Half77-125Ahmari Hicks makes 17-foot jumper (Sergej Cvetkovic assists)
- 2nd Half77-127Tyler Robbins makes 1-foot dunk (Trey Perry assists)
- 2nd Half77-129Brady Ganley makes layup (Trey Perry assists)
- 2nd Half77-130Ethan Wright makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half77-131Ethan Wright makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half77-134Kyle Waltz makes 26-foot three point jumper (Brady Ganley assists)
- 2nd Half79-134Zack Turner makes 14-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half79-135Jackson Kotecki makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half81-135Sergej Cvetkovic makes 18-foot pullup jump shot
Win probability
Above the line favours Miami (OH) RedHawks, below favours Milligan Buffaloes.
Venue
- Millett HallOxford, OH
- Attendance1435
- OfficialsKevin Raher, Daniel Nguyen, Alex Landis
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