No. 21 Miami (OH) vs Eastern Michigan Preview, Odds, Predictions (Feb. 24)
- The Redhawks went up one spot in the latest AP poll.
- The Eagles are 1-9 in their last 10 games in conference play.
- This marks the 88th all-time matchup between the two MAC squads.
The first matchup featuring a ranked squad on the Feb. 24 schedule will take place in the MAC when the No. 21 Miami (OH) Redhawks take on the Eastern Michigan Eagles. The visitors come out as the solid favorite, providing many factors that can make the difference in this conference matchup.
How to Watch
- When: Tuesday, Feb. 24, 6:30 pm ET
- Where: George Gervin GameAbove Center, Ypsilanti, Michigan
- How to Watch: ESPN+
NCAA Matchup Odds & Lines
| Team | Odds | Spread | Totals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami (OH) | -115 | -9.5 | O153.5 |
| Eastern Michigan | -105 | +9.5 | U153.5 |
Game Preview
The No. 21 Redhawks (27-0, 14-0 MAC) are enjoying an incredible regular season, recently taking down Bowling Green in a solid duel at home. They continue to build on the longest win streak in MAC history, showing how elite they have been throughout the regular season. Peter Suder leads the squad with averages of 14.6 points, 4.7 rebounds, 4.1 assists, and 1.3 steals per game. On another note, Brant Byers stands out with his shooting accuracy, putting up 14.5 points and four rebounds while making a team-high 55 3-pointers and counting on a 41% clip.
The Eagles (10-18, 4-11 MAC) are in brutal form as they gear up for their last games of conference play. They have lost nine of their last 10 games, falling down in the league standings. Mohammad Habhab presents himself as a double-double threat, producing 14.3 points and 8.4 rebounds per game. On another note, Addison Patterson comes next with numbers of 13.7 points, 5.3 rebounds and 1.2 steals per contest.
Miami (OH) vs Eastern Michigan Head-to-Head
The two programs have had 87 meetings in their history, and the result is 57-30 for the Redhawks. The last matchup was in March 2025 when Miami (OH) won 81-75 during the conference tournament.
Miami (OH) vs Eastern Michigan Predictions
The Redhawks are four games away from the ending the regular season undefeated, completing an unforgettable campaign ahead of the postseason. The Eagles look to secure their first win against a ranked opponent for the first time since 1997. However, that will be a tall task when Miami (OH)’s talent on both sides of the ball outmatches them. Our betting pick here is the Redhawks to defend a 9.5-point spread.
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