Miami (OH) vs Western Michigan Prediction 2/27/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

The Miami, Ohio RedHawks and Western Michigan Broncos meet Friday in college basketball action at the University Arena. Here’s a Miami (OH) vs. Western Michigan prediction. This article will include a Miami (OH) vs. Western Michigan pick.

Miami Ohio RedHawks Betting Preview

The Miami, Ohio RedHawks beat Bowling Green and Eastern Michigan, and they play Toledo next. Miami, Ohio, has won 28 straight games.

The Miami, Ohio RedHawks are averaging 91.6 points on 52.9 percent shooting and allowing 74.1 points on 42.9 percent shooting. Brant Byers is averaging 14.6 points and 0.6 assists, while Peter Suder is averaging 14.6 points and 4.9 rebounds. Evan Ipsaro is the third double-digit scorer, and Eian Elmer is grabbing 6 rebounds. The Miami, Ohio, RedHawks are shooting 39.5 percent from beyond the arc and 75.8 percent from the free throw line. The Miami, Ohio, RedHawks are allowing 32.4 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 33.1 rebounds per game.

Western Michigan Broncos Betting Preview

The Western Michigan Broncos lost to Central Michigan, beat Bowling Green, and play Ball State next. Western Michigan has lost 6 of its last 8 games.

The Western Michigan Broncos are averaging 75.1 points on 44.3 percent shooting and allowing 79.8 points on 46 percent shooting. Justice Williams is averaging 14.9 points and 3.1 rebounds, while Jalen Griffith is averaging 12.7 points and 1.5 rebounds. Jayden Brewer is the third double-digit scorer, and Brady Swartz is grabbing 4.6 rebounds. The Western Michigan Broncos are shooting 35.2 percent from beyond the arc and 74 percent from the free throw line. The Western Michigan Broncos are allowing 35.5 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 32.3 rebounds per game.

Why the Western Michigan Broncos will win

• The home team has won six of the last eight games between Miami (OH) and Western Michigan.
• Miami (OH) has lost three of its last four night games at University Arena against non-AP-ranked opponents.

Why the Miami RedHawks will win

• Miami (OH) has won each of its last 28 games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• Western Michigan has lost five of its last six games at University Arena following a road win.
• Western Michigan has lost the first half in seven of its last eight home games against conference opponents.

Total Points: Facts

• Each of Western Michigan’s last five home games against Miami (OH) has produced a total of 148 or fewer points.
• Four of Miami (OH)’s last five games have produced a total of 163+ points.

Matchup/League Facts

• Miami (OH) ranks 1st among Division 1 teams for true shooting percentage this season (65.3%).
• Miami (OH) ranks 2nd among Division 1 teams for points per game this season (91.6).

Miami (OH) vs Western Michigan Prediction

Western Michigan will be up for this game and is coming off a huge upset win over Bowling Green. I’m still not stepping in front of the RedHawks. As I’ve said for months, people keep poking holes in Miami (OH)’s resume, and here it is with an undefeated record and a 19-6 ATS record. Miami (OH) wins and cashes tickets. That’s all I care about. I’ll let others talk about the strength of schedule and if it can win a tournament game. Miami (OH) wins and cashes tickets. It’s the name of the game. Give me Miami (OH).

Randy Chambers's Pick: Miami (OH) -12.5