Game Preview: Buffalo Bulls vs. Miami (OH) RedHawks
In a matchup set for Wednesday evening at 7 p.m. EST, the Buffalo Bulls will face off against the Miami (OH) RedHawks in Oxford, Ohio. As the contest approaches, Miami (OH) is riding high on a seven-game winning streak, boasting an impressive home record of 7-0 this season. In stark contrast, the Bulls have struggled significantly, having lost all six of their Mid-American Conference (MAC) contests to date and holding a dismal record of 2-15 overall.
Team Performance
The RedHawks, currently sitting at 14 wins and 4 losses and undefeated in MAC play at 6-0, have demonstrated their ability to secure narrow victories, having successfully navigated their sole one-possession game this season. Conversely, Buffalo has seen only one game decided by 3 points or fewer, in which they also fell short.
Statistically, Miami (OH) comes into this game with a scoring average of 70.7 points per game, marginally outpacing the Bulls, who average 58.2 points—a figure that is slightly below the 58.6 points surrendered by Miami (OH). This matchup will mark the first meeting of the season between these two teams in conference action.
Key Players
Key players to watch include Amber Scalia of the RedHawks, shooting 36.3% from beyond the three-point line and contributing 13.5 points per game. Over the last ten games, teammate Amber Tretter has also stood out, averaging 15.7 points and 6.2 rebounds. On the Bulls’ side, Aniya Rowe is a notable scorer with an average of 11.1 points and two steals per game, while Paula Lopez has shown a consistent ability to hit the perimeter shot, averaging 1.5 made three-pointers in her last ten outings.
Recent Performances
In examining recent performances, Miami (OH) has fared remarkably well, achieving a 9-1 record in their last ten games. They average 67.7 points, securing 26.6 rebounds, and performing effectively on defense with 11.4 steals per game. Meanwhile, Buffalo has encountered difficulty, recording just 1 victory and averaging 60.4 points while giving up 74.3 points to their opponents.
