| 1 | 2 | T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| FIU | 27 | 32 | 59 |
| SHSU | 43 | 35 | 78 |
Top-seed Sam Houston opens Conference USA Tournament with 78-59 victory over FIU
Florida International Panthers vs. Sam Houston State Bearkats: Game Highlights
Florida International Panthers vs. Sam Houston State Bearkats: Game Highlights
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. -- — Davon Barnes had 15 points to lead top-seeded Sam Houston to a 78-59 victory over No. 9 seed Florida International in the Conference USA Tournament on Wednesday night.
Barnes shot 4 for 11 (2 for 6 from 3-point range) and 5 of 5 from the free-throw line for the Bearkats (21-11), who have won seven in a row. Cameron Huefner hit two 3-pointers and scored 12. Kian Scroggins had 11 points.
Javaunte Hawkins led the Panthers (11-22) with 20 points and three steals. Arturo Dean added 16 points and eight rebounds. Jayden Brewer scored 12.
Sam Houston will play the winner of Thursday's quarterfinal between No. 4 seed Liberty and fifth-seeded UTEP in Friday's semifinals.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- Stephen Divine
- Darron George
- Antinio Petty
2024-25 Conference USA Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Louisiana Tech | 0-0 | - | 4-0 |
| Kennesaw State | 0-0 | - | 4-1 |
| Liberty | 0-0 | - | 4-1 |
| Jacksonville State | 0-0 | - | 3-1 |
| Middle Tennessee | 0-0 | - | 3-1 |
| New Mexico State | 0-0 | - | 3-1 |
| UTEP | 0-0 | - | 3-1 |
| Western Kentucky | 0-0 | - | 3-2 |
| Sam Houston | 0-0 | - | 2-2 |
| Florida International | 0-0 | - | 1-3 |
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