RedHawks strengthening identity as they ready for Kent State

The Miami RedHawks haven’t scored more than 75 points in a game since Jan. 5. They’ve been forced to grind out low-scoring, defensive battles and, for the last three weeks, it’s been working.

After losing its first four Mid-American Conference games, Miami’s won four of its last five, all while putting up 71 points or less. Overall, the squad averages 72.3 points a game this season.

In their latest outing, the RedHawks defeated the Eastern Michigan Eagles 59-48. It wasn’t pretty, but it’s indicative of the team’s recent trend.

Miami has found its identity in defense and in winning the less glamorous aspects of basketball. It hasn’t been lighting up the scoreboard, but neither have its…