Kent State University
Buffalo
Golden Flashes Journey to Buffalo for Tuesday Night Matchup
1/12/2026 12:58:00 PM | Men's Basketball
BUFFALO, N.Y. – Kent State Men's Basketball (12-4) looks to bounce back from their loss this past weekend this Tuesday night against the University at Buffalo. Tip-off between the Golden Flashes and Bulls is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Kent State dropped their first Mid-American Conference game of the year on Saturday Jan. 10 at Central Michigan University. The Flashes are seeking to extend their winning streak to seven straight over the Buffalo Bulls.
Last Time Out
Most recently Kent State dropped their first Mid-American Conference game of the 2025-2026 season on Saturday afternoon at Central Michigan University by a final score of 87-85. A trio of Golden Flashes scored double-digits in a game that was close for a full forty minutes. Jahari Williamson led the Golden Flashes in scoring for the second time with 23 points making six three pointers and going 1.000 at the free throw line (5-5). 23 points matched his season high. Morgan Safford was just behind him on the scoresheet dropping 20 points going 8-16 from the floor. Cian Medley tallied 14 points for his second straight double-digit performance while also dishing out a roster leading eight assists. Delrecco Gillespie continued his dominance on the boards pulling down a career high of 23. This surpassed his previous career high posted on Dec. 20 when he grabbed 20 rebounds surpassing 500 on his career in the same game. The senior forward continues to be a national leader in rebounding.
The Golden Flashes vs Buffalo
Like other MAC opponents Kent State's history against Buffalo while not as lengthy as some others, is no less full of storied competition. The two schools first played during the 1938-1939 season. They then met twice in the late 1960s before becoming yearly conference opponents beginning in the 1998-1999 season. The Blue and Gold hold a 39-21 record over Buffalo all-time, however just a 15-14 advantage on the road in the series. Kent State has wont he last six meetings between the two with Buffalo's last victory coming on Jan. 21, 2022. Last season Kent State won the lone matchup in Alumni Arena by a final score of 68-49. Kent State's win would match Buffalo's longest winning streak in the series between 2014 and 2017. KSU's longest winning streak dates back to the begging at nine straight.
Broadcast Info
Fans can tune into the game on Fox Sports Radio 1350 with Dane Richardson on the call. The game will also be broadcast on ESPN+.
Next Up for Kent State
Following Buffalo, Kent State will be back in the MACC on Friday, Jan. 16 against the University of Toledo for a nationally televised contest. Tip-off between the Golden Flashes and Rockets is scheduled for 6:30 p.m.
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