Toledo, Ohio – The Toledo men’s basketball team is set to face Western Michigan in Kalamazoo this Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. The game will be streamed on ESPN+.
In their last outing, Toledo suffered a narrow 73-71 loss against James Madison. Leroy Blyden Jr. scored 24 points, with 17 coming in the second half. Sonny Wilson added 20 points. The game was closely contested, ending the first half tied at 32 and featuring nine lead changes.
Toledo’s key players include Blyden and Wilson, who average 16.2 and 17.2 points per game, respectively. Sean Craig and Austin Parks are also vital to the team’s success, contributing 11.9 and 11.3 points per game. Blyden’s performance is notable as he leads all MAC freshmen.
Historically, Toledo has dominated the matchup against Western Michigan, winning 15 straight games. Their last loss was in 2017. In December, Blyden scored a season-high 36 points against the Broncos, showcasing his potential.
Western Michigan is not to be underestimated, having seen recent success at home, with a 7-4 record this season. Justice Williams leads the Broncos with 15.3 points per game, supported by Jalen Griffith and Jayden Brewer.
Recent Performance Insights:
Toledo has shown defensive strength, limiting opponents to a 37.9% field goal percentage in recent matches. Despite challenges in close games, with a record of 2-6 in games decided by three points or less, they maintain a solid three-point shooting percentage of 36.1%.
NCAA Rankings:
As of February 9, Toledo ranks first in the MAC and 16th nationally with a free throw percentage of 77.9%. They also lead the MAC with the fewest personal fouls per game. Blyden and Wilson are among the top scorers in their conference and make significant contributions to the team’s overall performance.
With the season progressing, Toledo will soon head to Bowling Green before returning home to face Eastern Michigan and Northern Illinois. Each game holds importance for maintaining momentum and improving standings in the MAC.
For more information on team stats and standings, visit the MAC’s official website.
