Miami Holds Off CMU, 76-70

Tuesday, February 4

Mount Pleasant, Mich.

7 p.m.

Miami University

17-5,9-1MAC

Central Michigan

10-12,4-6MAC

Miami (OH)

Central Mich.

Photo by: Megan Walker

2/4/2025 9:02:00 PM | Men's Basketball

Box Score

MOUNT PLEASANT, Mich. – The Miami University men's basketball team took down Central Michigan Tuesday night 76-70 in McGuirk Arena. Peter Suder led all players with 21 points, while three other RedHawks scored in double figures. Damarion Bonds recorded a team-high 17 points for the Chippewas. Miami rises to 17-5 (9-1 MAC), and Central Michigan falls to 10-12 (4-6 MAC).

How it Happened:

The Red and White opened the contest with an 11-1 lead. A flurry of threes from Eian Elmer, Suder and Evan Ipsaro propelled Miami forward at 24-10. The Chippewas responded with a 14-4 run to come within four points at 28-24.
With 3:35 to go in the first half, Ipsaro made a no-look pass to Brant Byers that resulted in a dunk, and Byers added a triple the next possession to push the RedHawks ahead 33-24. Suder closed the half with free throws and a layup to head into the intermission winning, 37-34.
Central Michigan jumped out 38-37 at the start of the second half. The RedHawks eventually answered with three consecutive scoring possessions to reclaim the advantage 46-45. Luke Skaljac knocked down a jumper and three shots from behind the three-point line to help give Miami a double-digit lead at 62-52.
The Chippewas once again found a way to make it a close game at 66-65 with 3:59 to go. Central Michigan stayed in the fight as the end approached, eventually tying the game at 68 apiece. In the closing minutes, Miami managed to sink enough free throws to secure a 76-70 victory.

Game Notes:

Elmer played the most minutes of his career (36:44) and brought down a game-high nine rebounds.
Antwone Woolfolk led all players with two blocks.
Miami shot 49.1% (27-of-55) from the field.

Up Next:
The RedHawks host Troy University on Saturday, Feb. 8 at 1 p.m., as part of the MAC/Sun Belt Challenge.