| 1 | 2 | T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| FIU | 38 | 30 | 68 |
| UTEP | 36 | 43 | 79 |
Boum scores 32 to lead UTEP past FIU 79-68
EL PASO, Texas -- — Souley Boum had a season-high 32 points as UTEP got past Florida International 79-68 on Saturday night.
Boum hit 11 of 13 shots, including 4 of 6 on 3-pointers.
Tydus Verhoeven had 16 points and nine rebounds for UTEP (13-8, 6-3 Conference USA), which earned its fifth straight victory. Jamal Bieniemy added 12 points.
Eric Lovett had 17 points for the Panthers (12-9, 2-6). Tevin Brewer added 13 points. Seth Pinkney had 10 points.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- Rod Dion
- Blanca Burns
- Kirby Sutton
2024-25 Conference USA Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Louisiana Tech | 0-0 | - | 4-0 |
| Liberty | 0-0 | - | 6-1 |
| Kennesaw State | 0-0 | - | 5-1 |
| UTEP | 0-0 | - | 3-1 |
| Middle Tennessee | 0-0 | - | 5-2 |
| New Mexico State | 0-0 | - | 3-2 |
| Sam Houston | 0-0 | - | 3-2 |
| Western Kentucky | 0-0 | - | 3-2 |
| Jacksonville State | 0-0 | - | 4-3 |
| Florida International | 0-0 | - | 2-5 |
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