MUNCIE, Ind. — In an exciting matchup on Tuesday evening, Kam Craft played a pivotal role in Miami (OH)’s 80-72 win over Ball State, securing a total of 28 points for his team.
Craft’s performance was marked by an impressive shooting display, connecting on 12 of 18 attempts, which included four shots from beyond the three-point line, contributing significantly to the RedHawks’ record of 10 wins and 4 losses overall, along with 2 wins in the Mid-American Conference.
Alongside Craft, Eian Elmer also made notable contributions with 11 points, making five of his six attempts from the field, while pulling down six rebounds. Peter Suder matched Elmer’s output, contributing another 11 points with five successful shots out of ten.
On the other side of the court, Ball State’s Payton Sparks stood out with a double-double, finishing the game with 20 points and an impressive 16 rebounds. Jermahri Hill also added 20 points to the Cardinals’ effort, while Mickey Pearson Jr. chipped in with 12 points for the team, which now holds a record of 7 wins and 7 losses, with 1 win in the conference.
Miami gained control of the game late in the first half, taking the lead with just over five minutes remaining and maintaining it throughout the second half. Craft’s scoring proficiency was evident as he recorded 13 points in the first half, helping Miami to a competitive 38-33 lead at halftime. He continued his strong performance by scoring an additional 15 points in the second half, which helped secure the RedHawks their eight-point victory.