The Ohio Bobcats and Western Michigan Broncos are set to face off in a NCAA basketball game on Thursday at 6:30 p.m. ET at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse in Cleveland, Ohio. Ohio is favored in the Mid American postseason contest, but Western Michigan, coming off a recent upset victory, may have surprises in store.

By the Numbers
  • Western Michigan's record: 12-19
  • Ohio's record: 19-12
Yes, But

Western Michigan has a history of struggling against Akron but managed an impressive comeback victory in their last game, showcasing their unpredictable nature.

State of Play
  • Ohio has won 10 of their last 12 games, boosting their season record to 19-12.
  • Western Michigan recently defeated Ohio in a close game, but this time they lack home-court advantage.
Bottom Line

The upcoming game between Ohio and Western Michigan promises to be an exciting matchup, with Ohio holding the advantage but Western Michigan showing resilience and an ability to surprise, making the outcome unpredictable.