For the first time in three years, Miami men’s basketball triumphed over rival Florida State University (14-14, 7-8 ACC) with an 83-73 win, building on the Hurricanes’ storming run of form and taking their ACC record to 11-4.
The fixture opened in end-to-end fashion as both sides exchanged baskets until Miami (22-6, 11-4 ACC) reached an 8-6 lead by way of a Malik Reneau free throw. While a calm corner three from AJ Swinton put FSU back into the lead by the fifth minute, responsive threes from Tre Donaldson and Tru Washington put the Hurricanes back in front, maintaining their lead throughout the first half.