NCAAB · Final

Kent State Dominates Ohio in Convincing Win

Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · M.A.C. Center

Kent State Golden Flashes 72, Ohio Bobcats 57, 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 Ohio Bobcats vs Kent State Golden Flashes?

Kent State Golden Flashes beat Ohio Bobcats 72-57 at M.A.C. Center on January 27, 2026.

Who was favored in Ohio Bobcats vs Kent State Golden Flashes?

Kent State Golden Flashes were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -265 (about 73% implied). The favorite won.

In a commanding performance, the Kent State Golden Flashes defeated the Ohio Bobcats 72-57 at the M.A.C. Center. This victory not only showcased Kent State's strong home record but also highlighted their ability to control the game against a struggling Ohio team. With this win, Kent State improved their overall record to 17-5, while Ohio fell to 11-12.

Kent State entered the game with a home record of 16-5 and had recently shown a mixed form, going 6-4 in their last ten games. They were on a one-game winning streak, having won their last outing against Eastern Michigan with a narrow score of 76-75. The Golden Flashes averaged 81.6 points scored per game but also allowed 84.8 points, indicating a high-scoring style of play that often leads to thrilling contests. Their last five games reflected a slight uptick in scoring, averaging 87.2 points, while allowing 86.8 points.

On the other hand, the Ohio Bobcats had an equal record of 11-11, but their recent form was less encouraging. They also recorded a 6-4 record in their last ten games but entered this matchup on a one-game losing streak after suffering a heavy defeat to Akron, 65-86. The Bobcats averaged 78.6 points scored per game while allowing 76.1 points, suggesting they have been competitive but inconsistent, particularly on defense.

Historically, this matchup has been closely contested, with the teams having split their last two meetings, each winning one game. In their previous encounter during the 2025 season, Kent State edged out Ohio with a 76-75 victory at home, while Ohio had won their earlier matchup 61-59 on the road.

In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any players missing from either roster, which meant both teams were likely at full strength for this important conference clash. The conditions at the M.A.C. Center were conducive to basketball, with the venue providing a vibrant atmosphere for the home crowd.

The betting market reflected Kent State's strong position heading into the game, with DraftKings setting the spread at -5.5 in favor of the Golden Flashes, alongside a total of 162.5 points for the game. This indicated that the market expected a relatively high-scoring affair, in line with both teams' scoring averages.

As the game unfolded, Kent State established control early and maintained their lead throughout. The Golden Flashes' ability to score effectively, combined with their defensive efforts, proved decisive. Key plays in the second half included free throws from Morgan Safford and a crucial layup from Aidan Hadaway, which helped Kent State extend their lead and secure the victory.

Overall, this matchup highlighted Kent State's strengths at home and their capacity to perform under pressure, while Ohio will need to reassess their strategies moving forward to regain form in the remainder of the season.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	KENT -5.5	162.5 o -108 / u -112	Ohio Bobcats +215 · Kent State Golden Flashes -265

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Leaders

PointsMorgan Safford18Kent State Golden Flashes
AssistsCian Medley8Kent State Golden Flashes
ReboundsDelrecco Gillespie12Kent State Golden Flashes
PointsAidan Hadaway13Ohio Bobcats
AssistsJackson Paveletzke3Ohio Bobcats
ReboundsJackson Paveletzke8Ohio Bobcats

Recent form

Kent State Golden Flashes

Last 10: 6-4Streak W181.6 scored · 84.8 allowed per game3-1 at home

W76-75at Eastern Michigan EaglesJan 24
L101-107vs Miami (OH) RedHawksJan 21
W87-84vs Toledo RocketsJan 16
W87-81at Buffalo BullsJan 13
L85-87at Central Michigan ChippewasJan 10
W96-93vs Bowling Green FalconsJan 7
W77-73vs Northern Illinois HuskiesJan 3
L60-101at Purdue BoilermakersDec 30
W69-59at Massachusetts MinutemenDec 20
L78-88at Portland PilotsDec 14

Ohio Bobcats

Last 10: 6-4Streak L178.6 scored · 76.1 allowed per game2-2 away

L65-86vs Akron ZipsJan 24
W80-77vs Northern Illinois HuskiesJan 21
L71-76at Ball State CardinalsJan 17
L85-101at Toledo RocketsJan 14
W91-80vs Buffalo BullsJan 10
W86-83vs Massachusetts MinutemenJan 6
W68-67at Eastern Michigan EaglesJan 3
W80-64at Central Michigan ChippewasDec 30
W102-59vs Miami (OH) Hamilton HarriersDec 22
L58-68vs Bowling Green FalconsDec 20

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	Ohio Bobcats	Kent State Golden Flashes
Field goals	19-64	20-53
Field goal %	30	38
Three-pointers	7-31	6-20
Three-point %	23	30
Free throws	12-17	26-35
Free throw %	71	74
Rebounds	31	51
Offensive rebounds	11	17
Defensive rebounds	20	34
Assists	8	12
Steals	13	5
Blocks	3	4
Turnovers	10	20
Team turnovers	1	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	22	16
Fast-break points	6	12
Points in the paint	22	20
Fouls	26	19
Largest lead	2	15
Lead changes	7	7
Time in front	12	79

How the scoring went

2nd Half30-41Delrecco Gillespie makes 14-foot pullup jump shot (Jahari Williamson assists)
2nd Half31-41JJ Kelly makes free throw 1 of 3
2nd Half32-41JJ Kelly makes free throw 3 of 3
2nd Half34-41Dior Conners makes layup (Jackson Paveletzke assists)
2nd Half37-41Kiir Kuany makes 25-foot three point jumper
2nd Half37-43Delrecco Gillespie makes 6-foot dunk (Cian Medley assists)
2nd Half40-43Kiir Kuany makes 23-foot three point jumper (Dior Conners assists)
2nd Half40-45Magnus Entenmann makes 7-foot hook shot
2nd Half42-45Javan Simmons makes layup
2nd Half43-45Ajay Sheldon makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half44-45Ajay Sheldon makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half44-48Jahari Williamson makes 25-foot three point jumper
2nd Half46-48JJ Kelly makes layup
2nd Half48-48Aidan Hadaway makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half48-49Magnus Entenmann makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half48-50Delrecco Gillespie makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half48-51Delrecco Gillespie makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half49-51Javan Simmons makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half49-53Cian Medley makes layup
2nd Half49-55Cian Medley makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half49-54Cian Medley makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half50-55Jackson Paveletzke makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half50-56Magnus Entenmann makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half51-56Aidan Hadaway makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half52-56Aidan Hadaway makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half52-57Magnus Entenmann makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half52-58Magnus Entenmann makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half52-60Morgan Safford makes layup (Cian Medley assists)
2nd Half52-63Cian Medley makes 24-foot three point jumper (Morgan Safford assists)
2nd Half53-63Jackson Paveletzke makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half53-64Cian Medley makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half53-65Cian Medley makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half53-66Morgan Safford makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half55-66Aidan Hadaway makes layup
2nd Half55-67Morgan Safford makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half55-68Morgan Safford makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half57-68Aidan Hadaway makes layup (Javan Simmons assists)
2nd Half57-70Magnus Entenmann makes 5-foot dunk (Morgan Safford assists)
2nd Half57-71Morgan Safford makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half57-72Morgan Safford makes free throw 2 of 2