Miami (Ohio) RedHawks Remain Unbeaten After Defeating Ohio Bobcats

The 23rd-ranked RedHawks tied the single-season school record for victories in a 90-74 win over the Bobcats.

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

The 23rd-ranked Miami University RedHawks defeated the Ohio Bobcats 90-74 on Friday night to remain the lone unbeaten team in Division I. Brant Byers scored 21 points and Peter Suder had 20 points and 6 rebounds for the RedHawks, who tied the single-season school record for victories set last season. Jackson Paveletzke led Ohio with 22 points.

Why it matters

The RedHawks' undefeated start to the season has them ranked 23rd nationally and on pace to potentially earn a high seed in the NCAA Tournament. This win over a conference rival keeps their perfect record intact and maintains their position atop the Mid-American Conference standings.

The details

The RedHawks led 43-35 at halftime and then opened the second half on a 7-2 run, including 5 points from Byers, to pull away. Miami shot 9-of-18 from 3-point range and 21-of-28 from the free throw line, while Ohio struggled from beyond the arc, making just 5-of-21 3-pointers. The RedHawks also dominated the boards, outrebounding the Bobcats 38-29.

  • The game was played on Friday, February 13, 2026.
  • Miami tied a school record for single-game home attendance with a sellout crowd of 10,640 at Millett Hall, the same as their January 31st game against Northern Illinois.

The players

Brant Byers

A key player for the Miami RedHawks, scoring 21 points in the win.

Peter Suder

Scored 20 points and grabbed 6 rebounds for the RedHawks.

Jackson Paveletzke

Led the Ohio Bobcats with 22 points in the losing effort.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

What’s next

The RedHawks will look to continue their undefeated season when they travel to UMass on Tuesday night, while the Bobcats will host Ball State on Tuesday.

The takeaway

Miami's perfect start to the season has them ranked nationally and in position to potentially earn a high NCAA Tournament seed, showcasing the program's sustained success and the team's ability to win big games against conference rivals like Ohio.