In a thrilling matchup, the No. 6 seeded Western Michigan men’s basketball team made a valiant comeback effort but ultimately fell short against No. 3 seed Kent State in the quarterfinals of the 2025 Mid-American Conference Tournament. Despite trailing by 18 points at halftime, Western Michigan fought back to within two late in the second half, but Kent State emerged victorious with a final score of 73-66. Owen Lobsinger led the Broncos with 16 points off the bench, while Donovan Williams and Chansey Willis Jr. added 12 points each.
With this loss, Western Michigan concludes their season with a 12-20 overall record, while Kent State improves to 22-10 and advances to face No. 2 seed Miami in the semifinals. The game saw a seesaw battle, with Western Michigan starting strong but falling behind as Kent State went on scoring runs. Despite Western Michigan’s efforts to close the gap, Kent State’s efficient shooting ultimately secured their victory.
The Broncos shot 41.9 percent from the field, while Kent State made 47.5 percent of their field goal attempts. The game showcased a resilient effort from Western Michigan, but Kent State’s strong offensive performance proved to be the deciding factor. Despite the loss, Western Michigan can be proud of their fight and determination throughout the game. Kent State’s victory sets up an exciting semifinal matchup against Miami, promising more high-quality basketball action in the Mid-American Conference Tournament.
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