| 1 | 2 | T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| MTSU | 39 | 35 | 74 |
| FIU | 44 | 38 | 82 |
Florida International knocks off Middle Tennessee 82-74
MIAMI -- — Denver Jones scored 21 points as Florida International beat Middle Tennessee 82-74 on Saturday night.
Jones added seven rebounds for the Panthers (11-11, 5-6 Conference USA). Nick Guadarrama, Dashon Gittens and Javaunte Hawkins each had 12 points.
The Blue Raiders (13-9, 6-5) were led by Eli Lawrence, who recorded 16 points and three steals. Camryn Weston added 13 points and three steals for Middle Tennessee. Elias King also put up 11 points.
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Both teams play again on Thursday. Florida International visits Charlotte and Middle Tennessee hosts UTEP.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- Andrew Walton
- John St. Clair
- James Duke
2024-25 Conference USA Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty | 0-0 | - | 12-1 |
| Louisiana Tech | 0-0 | - | 11-2 |
| Middle Tennessee | 0-0 | - | 9-3 |
| UTEP | 0-0 | - | 9-3 |
| Western Kentucky | 0-0 | - | 9-3 |
| Jacksonville State | 0-0 | - | 7-5 |
| Kennesaw State | 0-0 | - | 7-5 |
| New Mexico State | 0-0 | - | 6-6 |
| Sam Houston | 0-0 | - | 6-6 |
| Florida International | 0-0 | - | 5-7 |
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