Preview: Robert Morris Colonials at Milwaukee Panthers MILWAUKEE (Interstat) — A surging Robert Morris team aims to bounce back from its first loss in nearly a month when it visits struggling Milwaukee to open Horizon League play on Thursday. The Colonials (9-3) had won six straight before a narrow 61-58 home loss to Oakland on Monday. They begin a challenging conference slate against the Panthers (4-10) at UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena. Robert Morris is led by forward Bailey Kuhns, who is coming off a dominant 23-point, 12-rebound performance in the defeat. Over her last seven games, Kuhns has averaged 11.9 points and 5.9 rebounds, providing consistent production. Milwaukee has lost three of its last four, most recently falling 58-49 at IUPUI. The Panthers will rely on guard Jorey Buwalda, who scored 19 points in that contest and has been a bright spot, averaging 15 points per game over her last four outings. The matchup pits one of the Horizon League’s top early-season records against one of its most disappointing. Robert Morris has found success with balanced scoring and defense, holding opponents to 58.8 points per game during its six-game win streak. Milwaukee has struggled offensively, failing to reach 60 points in six of its ten losses. This game is the conference opener for both teams. Robert Morris visits Green Bay on Sunday, while Milwaukee hosts Cleveland State. Tip-off is scheduled for Thursday at UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena.