| 1 | 2 | T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| FIU | 29 | 40 | 69 |
| LIB | 36 | 42 | 78 |
Liberty defeats Florida International 78-69
Florida International Panthers vs. Liberty Flames: Full Highlights
Florida International Panthers vs. Liberty Flames: Full Highlights
LYNCHBURG, Va. -- — Kyle Rode's 19 points helped Liberty defeat Florida International 78-69 on Thursday night.
Rode had eight rebounds and five assists for the Flames (12-7, 1/3 Conference USA). Kaden Metheny added 18 points while going 6 of 12 (6 for 10 from 3-point range), and he also had six assists. Brody Peebles had 12 points and shot 4 for 9 (2 for 6 from 3-point range) and 2 of 3 from the free throw line.
Javaunte Hawkins led the Panthers (7-12, 2-2) in scoring, finishing with 24 points. Arturo Dean added 13 points, seven rebounds and two steals for Florida International. Seth Pinkney also had eight points.
Liberty took the lead with 5:59 to go in the first half and did not relinquish it. The score was 36-29 at halftime, with Metheny racking up nine points. Rode scored a team-high 10 points after halftime.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- Roger Ayers
- Gary Maxwell
- Olandis Poole
2024-25 Conference USA Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Louisiana Tech | 0-0 | - | 4-0 |
| Jacksonville State | 0-0 | - | 4-1 |
| Kennesaw State | 0-0 | - | 4-1 |
| Liberty | 0-0 | - | 4-1 |
| Middle Tennessee | 0-0 | - | 4-1 |
| New Mexico State | 0-0 | - | 3-1 |
| UTEP | 0-0 | - | 3-1 |
| Sam Houston | 0-0 | - | 3-2 |
| Western Kentucky | 0-0 | - | 3-2 |
| Florida International | 0-0 | - | 1-3 |
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