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.