No. 21 Miami rallies past Western Michigan in final seconds

RedHawks score game-winning basket with 1 second left to win 69-67

Published on Feb. 28, 2026

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The No. 21 ranked Miami University RedHawks rallied late to defeat the Western Michigan Broncos 69-67 on a last-second basket in their NCAA college basketball game on Friday night in Kalamazoo, Michigan.

Why it matters

This comeback victory keeps Miami in contention for a top seed in the upcoming conference tournament, while the loss is a tough blow for Western Michigan's postseason hopes.

The details

With the game tied 67-67 and just 1 second remaining, Miami guard Peter Suder hit the game-winning shot to lift the RedHawks to the narrow victory over the Broncos. The win extends Miami's winning streak to 5 games as they continue their strong season.

  • The game was played on Friday, February 27, 2026 in Kalamazoo, Michigan.

The players

Peter Suder

A guard for the Miami University RedHawks who hit the game-winning shot in the final seconds.

Trey Lewis

A guard for the Western Michigan Broncos who was defending Suder on the final possession.

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What they’re saying

“That was an incredible finish. Our guys showed a lot of heart to battle back and get this win on the road.”

— Jack Owens, Head Coach, Miami University (local12.com)

What’s next

Miami will look to continue their winning streak when they host a conference rival next week, while Western Michigan will try to rebound in their next game.

The takeaway

This thrilling last-second victory demonstrates Miami's resilience and ability to win close games, a valuable trait as they push for a high seed in the postseason tournament.