Cayman Islands Classic
Akron beats Florida International 77-71
GEORGE TOWN, Cayman Islands -- — Enrique Freeman's 27 points helped Akron defeat Florida International 77-71 on Sunday night at the Cayman Islands Classic.
Freeman added 14 rebounds for the Zips (4-0). Nate Johnson was 4-of-7 shooting and 1 of 3 from the free-throw line to add 10 points. Mikal Dawson had nine points and shot 3 for 8 from beyond the arc.
The Panthers (1-4,) were led by Petar Krivokapic, who posted 26 points and two steals. Arturo Dean added 14 points, nine assists and four steals for Florida International. Mohamed Sanogo also had seven points.
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Game Information
John Gray Gymnasium
12:30 AM, 20 November 2023
George Town, Cayman Islands
Attendance: 1,100
- Referees:
- Tony Chiazza
- Matt Potter
- Jeffrey Anderson
2024-25 Conference USA Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty | 0-0 | - | 11-1 |
| Louisiana Tech | 0-0 | - | 10-2 |
| Middle Tennessee | 0-0 | - | 8-3 |
| Western Kentucky | 0-0 | - | 8-3 |
| UTEP | 0-0 | - | 7-3 |
| Kennesaw State | 0-0 | - | 7-4 |
| Jacksonville State | 0-0 | - | 6-5 |
| Sam Houston | 0-0 | - | 6-5 |
| New Mexico State | 0-0 | - | 5-6 |
| Florida International | 0-0 | - | 4-7 |
2024-25 Mid-American Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kent State | 0-0 | - | 8-2 |
| Akron | 0-0 | - | 6-3 |
| Miami (OH) | 0-0 | - | 6-4 |
| Toledo | 0-0 | - | 6-5 |
| Buffalo | 0-0 | - | 5-5 |
| Central Michigan | 0-0 | - | 5-5 |
| Eastern Michigan | 0-0 | - | 5-5 |
| Ohio | 0-0 | - | 5-6 |
| Ball State | 0-0 | - | 4-6 |
| Bowling Green | 0-0 | - | 4-6 |
| Western Michigan | 0-0 | - | 3-7 |
| Northern Illinois | 0-0 | - | 3-8 |
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