Pregame

WMU trails the all-time series, 53-56, against Kent State but owns a 35-18 advantage when playing at home. 

Kent State has won the last four meetings in the series. 

This game was originally scheduled for Feb. 2, but was postponed due to a winter storm. 

A win over Kent State would give WMU a 4-2 record against the MAC East for the first time since the 2007-2008 season. 

Steve Hawkins is 3-6 all-time against the Golden Flashes. 

Demetrius Ward carries a 10-game streak of scoring in double figures into tonight's contest. 

This is the second of three consecutive home games for WMU. The Broncos will conclude their three-game home stand on Feb. 23 against Toledo. 

WMU is seeking its fourth consecutive victory and third straight home win. WMU has won five of its last six contests overall. 

A win would give WMU a one-game lead over Ball State in the MAC West race. 

First Half

Starting five for WMU: PG Mike Douglas, SG Ward, SF Nate Hutcheson, PF Flenard Whitfield and C Matt Stainbrook. 

Starting five for Kent State: G Randal Holt, G Carlton Guyton, G Rodriguez Sherman, F Justin Greene and C Justin Manns. 

Kent State controls the opening tip. 

Whitfield becomes first Bronco in double figures. Whitfield has now scored in double figures in 16 games this season. 

WMU is 10-3 when leading at the half this season. 

Second Half

Whitfield with his fourth game of 20 or more points this season. Third time Whitfield has reached 20 in his last five games. 

Ward with his eleventh straight game in double figure scoring. 

Post-Game

WMU falls to 7-4 in games decided by one possession. 

WMU will play its third game in five days on Feb. 23 against Toledo.