THE TIP-OFF
Western Michigan looks to take down Mid-American Conference leader Akron Tuesday night as the Zips and Broncos square off in University Arena at 7 p.m. WMU has had one of the tougher schedules to open the MAC slate, playing four of its first six on the road. The Broncos have won both of their home league games and are 2-4 in conference play. Akron is the leader in the clubhouse with a 16-3 overall and undefeated 6-0 MAC record.
SCOUTING WESTERN MICHIGAN
Western Michigan maintains a 6-12 record, with all six wins coming at home - vs.