Miami (OH) Defeats Western Michigan 87-76 at Home
Tuesday, January 6, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Millett Hall
Miami (OH) RedHawks 87, Western Michigan Broncos 76, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Western Michigan Broncos vs Miami (OH) RedHawks?
Miami (OH) RedHawks beat Western Michigan Broncos 87-76 at Millett Hall on January 6, 2026.
Who was favored in Western Michigan Broncos vs Miami (OH) RedHawks?
Miami (OH) RedHawks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1350 (about 93% implied). The favorite won.
The Miami (OH) RedHawks continued their impressive run in the NCAAB season, defeating the Western Michigan Broncos 87-76 at Millett Hall. This victory marked Miami's 17th consecutive win, maintaining their perfect home record of 16-0. The RedHawks have been dominant at home, showcasing their scoring prowess with an average of 92.6 points over their last ten games, while allowing 74.3 points. In contrast, the Broncos, who have struggled on the road with an away record of 1-5, fell to a 6-10 overall record after this defeat.
Miami's recent form has been outstanding, boasting a 10-0 record in their last ten games, with a current winning streak of ten games. Their scoring average in the last five games has been particularly impressive, at 94.6 points per game, while they have allowed an average of 78.0 points. This offensive firepower was evident in their latest match against the Akron Zips, where they secured a close 76-73 victory. The RedHawks have demonstrated their ability to score heavily, as seen in their earlier game against the Milligan Buffaloes, where they won decisively with a score of 135-81.
On the other hand, the Western Michigan Broncos have faced challenges, recording a 4-6 record in their last ten outings, with their most recent game resulting in a loss against the Toledo Rockets (79-84). Their scoring average sits at 74.0 points per game, while they have allowed 78.5 points. The Broncos had a brief respite with a victory over the Defiance Yellow Jackets (94-57) but have struggled against tougher opponents, including a heavy defeat to the Iowa Hawkeyes (51-91).
In terms of head-to-head matchups, this game marked the third meeting between the two teams this season, with Miami winning two of the three encounters. Their previous meeting on January 11, 2025, saw Miami triumph 91-71 at home, while the Broncos managed to secure a victory in their first encounter on February 15, 2025, winning 78-70.
Injury reports did not indicate any significant absences affecting either team for this matchup, allowing both squads to field their key players. The conditions at Millett Hall were typical for a January evening, with a full crowd supporting the home team, contributing to the RedHawks' strong performance.
The betting market reflected Miami's dominance, with DraftKings setting the spread at -14.5 in favor of the RedHawks. The total points line was set at 160.5, indicating expectations for a high-scoring game. Miami's moneyline was heavily favored at -1350, while Western Michigan was listed at +800.
Throughout the game, viewers were treated to a display of offensive skill, particularly from Miami's players, who consistently found ways to score. Key moments included Eian Elmer's layup assisted by Almar Atlason and Antwone Woolfolk's impressive three-point jumper, which solidified Miami's lead late in the game. Despite a spirited effort from Western Michigan, including a late surge led by Justice Williams, they could not close the gap.
The final score of 87-76 not only highlights Miami's continued success but also underscores the challenges faced by Western Michigan as they seek to improve their performance in the coming games.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | M-OH -14.5 | 160.5 o -110 / u -110 | Western Michigan Broncos +800 · Miami (OH) RedHawks -1350 |
Leaders
- PointsAlmar Atlason21Miami (OH) RedHawks
- AssistsPeter Suder5Miami (OH) RedHawks
- ReboundsJustin Kirby8Miami (OH) RedHawks
- PointsJayden Brewer19Western Michigan Broncos
- AssistsJayden Brewer4Western Michigan Broncos
- ReboundsJayden Brewer9Western Michigan Broncos
Recent form
Miami (OH) RedHawks
Last 10: 10-0Streak W1092.6 scored · 74.3 allowed per game4-0 at home
- W76-73vs Akron ZipsJan 3
- W93-83at Bowling Green FalconsDec 31
- W135-81vs Milligan BuffaloesDec 22
- 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
Western Michigan Broncos
Last 10: 4-6Streak L174 scored · 78.5 allowed per game1-5 away
- L79-84at Toledo RocketsDec 30
- W94-57vs Defiance Yellow JacketsDec 22
- L71-88vs Buffalo BullsDec 20
- L51-91at Iowa HawkeyesDec 14
- W83-73at SIU Edwardsville CougarsDec 6
- W88-74vs Southern Indiana Screaming EaglesDec 4
- L55-84at Valparaiso BeaconsNov 29
- W83-60vs Mount St. Mary's MountaineersNov 23
- L58-91at Ohio State BuckeyesNov 21
- L78-83at South Dakota CoyotesNov 16
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 | Western Michigan Broncos | Miami (OH) RedHawks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 28-66 | 27-54 |
| Field goal % | 42 | 50 |
| Three-pointers | 4-16 | 6-26 |
| Three-point % | 25 | 23 |
| Free throws | 16-22 | 27-34 |
| Free throw % | 73 | 79 |
| Rebounds | 34 | 41 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 11 |
| Defensive rebounds | 21 | 30 |
| Assists | 10 | 12 |
| Steals | 8 | 6 |
| Blocks | 0 | 7 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 14 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 11 | 11 |
| Fast-break points | 14 | 11 |
| Points in the paint | 44 | 38 |
| Fouls | 27 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 17 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 6 | 90 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half47-56Eian Elmer makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half47-57Eian Elmer makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half49-57Jayden Brewer makes layup
- 2nd Half49-58Peter Suder makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half49-59Peter Suder makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-59Justice Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-59Justice Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-61Peter Suder makes layup
- 2nd Half51-62Peter Suder makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-62Jayden Brewer makes driving layup
- 2nd Half53-63Peter Suder makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-64Peter Suder makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-66Antwone Woolfolk makes layup
- 2nd Half56-66Trey Lewis makes 24-foot three point jumper (EJ Ryans assists)
- 2nd Half56-68Antwone Woolfolk makes layup
- 2nd Half56-69Antwone Woolfolk makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half57-69Jayden Brewer makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-71Justin Kirby makes driving layup
- 2nd Half57-72Justin Kirby makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half57-74Almar Atlason makes layup
- 2nd Half59-74EJ Ryans makes layup
- 2nd Half60-74Jayden Brewer makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-74Jayden Brewer makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-75Luke Skaljac makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-77Eian Elmer makes layup
- 2nd Half63-77Max Burton makes layup (Jayden Brewer assists)
- 2nd Half63-78Almar Atlason makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-79Almar Atlason makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-79Trey Lewis makes 15-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half67-79Justice Williams makes layup
- 2nd Half67-80Almar Atlason makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-81Almar Atlason makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-81Jayden Brewer makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-83Eian Elmer makes layup (Almar Atlason assists)
- 2nd Half70-83Justice Williams makes layup
- 2nd Half70-84Peter Suder makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-84Carson Vis makes layup
- 2nd Half72-87Antwone Woolfolk makes 24-foot three point jumper (Peter Suder assists)
- 2nd Half74-87Justice Williams makes layup
- 2nd Half76-87Jayden Brewer makes 6-foot jumper (Carson Vis assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Miami (OH) RedHawks, below favours Western Michigan Broncos.
Venue
- Millett HallOxford, OH
- Attendance1407
- OfficialsBrian McNutt, Tony Meeks, Kristyne Esparza
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