Miami (OH) RedHawks vs Massachusetts Minutemen NCAAB Betting Pick & Prediction for 2/17

The Miami (OH) RedHawks, ranked #22, are set to take on the Massachusetts Minutemen in a Mid-American Conference game. The game will be held at the William D. Mullins Memorial Center in Amherst, MA, with a start time of 7:00 PM ET. The RedHawks come into the game as the favorites, with a spread of -2.5.

Miami (OH) holds a perfect record of 25-0 this season, showcasing strong performances both at home and away. The Minutemen, playing at home, have a record of 15-11. Massachusetts will look to use their home advantage to challenge the undefeated RedHawks. The game will be available for viewing on ESPN+.

Miami (OH) RedHawks vs Massachusetts Minutemen Game Day Info

  • Sport: College Basketball
  • Teams: Miami (OH) RedHawks vs Massachusetts Minutemen
  • Venue: William D. Mullins Memorial Center, Amherst MA
  • Date: Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET
  • Betting Odds: Miami (OH) -2.5 (-121), Massachusetts +2.5 (-106), Miami (OH) MoneyLine -168, Massachusetts MoneyLine +134, Over/Under 162.5

Miami (OH) RedHawks Team Preview

The Miami (OH) RedHawks have been on an impressive run this season. They are ranked #22 in the AP poll and have an unbeaten record of 25-0. In the Mid-American Conference, they have shown strong performance both at home and on the road.

Offensively, the RedHawks are potent, scoring 92.6 points per game, which ranks them third in the nation. Their field goal percentage stands at a remarkable 53.6%, the best in the country. They also excel in three-point shooting, making 40.1% of their shots from beyond the arc.

Key players like Brant Byers and Peter Suder have been significant contributors. Byers averages 15.1 points per game, while Suder adds 14.5 points and 4.7 rebounds per game. Eian Elmer also supports the team with an average of 11.9 points and 5.9 rebounds per game.

Massachusetts Minutemen Team Preview

The Massachusetts Minutemen have had a mixed season with a record of 15-11. They have been stronger at home, winning 11 out of 16 games. In their last home game against Central Michigan, they secured a 95-89 win.

Offensively, the Minutemen score an average of 81 points per game, ranking 91st. They have a decent field goal percentage of 46.9%, standing 89th. However, their free throw percentage is low at 67.2%, ranking 424th.

Defensively, the Minutemen struggle with fouls, averaging 20.8 per game, which ranks 703rd. They also have a high turnover rate with 12.9 per game, placing them 606th. Improving these areas could enhance their overall performance.

BTB Betting Pick

The Miami (OH) RedHawks are favored by 2.5 points against the Massachusetts Minutemen. Miami (OH) scores 92.6 points per game, while Massachusetts scores 81.0. Miami’s high-scoring offense and better shooting percentages give them an edge. The pick is Miami (OH) to cover the spread of -2.5.

The over/under line is set at 162.5 points. Miami (OH) and Massachusetts combine for an average of 173.6 points per game. Both teams have high-scoring offenses, suggesting a high-scoring game. The recommendation is to take the over at 162.5 points.