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- Broadcast details and where to stream Miami (OH) vs. Ohio U.
- Tipoff time, date and venue for the rivalry game
- Why this matchup matters for March positioning
- Miami (OH) scouting report: offense, depth and key players
- Ohio University snapshot: can the Bobcats engineer an upset?
- Next five games for each program
- Tips for watching and streaming without cable
- Further reading and live updates
College basketball’s midweek marquee moves to Friday as unbeaten Miami (Ohio) takes center stage on national TV against in-state rival Ohio University. The RedHawks’ perfect record has turned heads, and a packed Millett Hall will get a chance to see if Miami can silence skeptics or if the Bobcats will snap the streak.
Broadcast details and where to stream Miami (OH) vs. Ohio U.
- TV: ESPN
- Live stream: ESPN app
- Announcers: Eric Rothman and Mark Adams
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This matchup is a rare MAC tilt on ESPN. Fans without cable can stream the game through the ESPN app. The network will carry pregame coverage and live commentary through tipoff and beyond.
Tipoff time, date and venue for the rivalry game
- Date: Friday, Feb. 13
- Tipoff: 9 p.m. ET
- Location: Millett Hall, Oxford, Ohio
The teams will renew a rivalry that stretches back more than a century. Expect a charged atmosphere in Oxford when the ball goes up at 9 p.m. Eastern.
Why this matchup matters for March positioning
Miami remains the last unbeaten team in Division I after Arizona’s recent loss. Still, the RedHawks face skepticism about their résumé.
- Record: Miami is 24-0
- NCAA NET: No. 51
- KenPom strength of schedule: 312th of 365
Maintaining an unblemished record deep into February brings national attention. Beating a familiar conference foe on a national stage would boost Miami’s profile heading into tournament season.
Miami (OH) scouting report: offense, depth and key players
Coach Travis Steele’s squad plays at a rapid clip and scores in bunches. Their offensive numbers are among the nation’s best.
- Points per game: 92.7 (national leader)
- Field-goal percentage: 53.7% (NCAA-best)
- Players in double figures: Six
Primary contributors
- Brant Byers: team-high 14.8 points per game
- Supporting cast: balanced scoring across guards and wings
Miami’s attack is collective. That makes them hard to contain even if any single scorer has an off night.
Ohio University snapshot: can the Bobcats engineer an upset?
- Record: 13-12
- Recent matchups: Miami has lost 10 of the last 12 meetings
The Bobcats have inconsistent results this season but will lean on familiarity and physical defense at home. Rivalry dynamics and game tempo can swing momentum in either direction.
Next five games for each program
Miami (OH) upcoming slate
- Feb. 17 — at UMass, 7 p.m. ET
- Feb. 20 — vs. Bowling Green, 8:30 p.m. ET
- Feb. 24 — at Eastern Michigan, 6:30 p.m. ET
- Feb. 27 — at Western Michigan, 6 p.m. ET
- March 3 — vs. Toledo, 7 p.m. ET
Ohio U. upcoming slate
- Feb. 17 — vs. Ball State, 7 p.m. ET
- Feb. 21 — at Northern Illinois, 3 p.m. ET
- Feb. 28 — vs. Toledo, 4 p.m. ET
- March 3 — at UMass, 7 p.m. ET
- March 6 — vs. Miami, 7 p.m. ET
Tips for watching and streaming without cable
The ESPN app offers live access to the telecast and related studio shows. Subscriptions to ESPN’s streaming packages give access to the channel on phones, tablets, and connected TVs.
- Download the ESPN app to stream live
- Check local blackout rules and account requirements
Further reading and live updates
- Latest college basketball news
- Men’s college basketball scores and schedule
- Men’s Top 25 rankings and analysis
- How to bet on college basketball responsibly
