Florida Atlantic Takes Down South Florida 69-63

Baba Miller Scores 17 Points for Owls

In a closely contested game, Florida Atlantic University’s basketball team secured a 69-63 victory over the University of South Florida on Sunday. The win marked the Owls’ ninth in the American Athletic Conference, improving their record to 16-13 overall.

Key Performers

Baba Miller led the way for the Owls, scoring 17 points and grabbing eight rebounds. He also added three blocks to his stat line. Kaleb Glenn contributed 15 points and 10 rebounds, while Matas Vokietaitis shot 4 of 8 from the field and 6 of 8 from the line to finish with 14 points.

Bulls Struggle

Jayden Reid led the University of South Florida with 16 points, four assists, and three steals. Kobe Knox added 12 points and three steals, while CJ Brown chipped in with 12 points and four assists. Despite their efforts, the Bulls have now lost six of their last seven games.

Second-Half Run Propels Owls

Florida Atlantic took a 10-point lead into halftime and extended it to an 18-point advantage with an 8-0 run in the second half. The Owls’ defense stifled the Bulls, holding them to just 15 points in the final 15 minutes of play.

What’s Next

The Owls will visit the University of Alabama at Birmingham on Thursday in their final regular-season game, while the Bulls will travel to Memphis to face the Tigers on Friday.

Conclusion

This win marks an important milestone for Florida Atlantic, as they look to build momentum heading into the postseason. The Owls will need to continue their strong play if they hope to make a deep run in the tournament.

FAQs

Q: What was the final score in the game between Florida Atlantic and South Florida?
A: The final score was 69-63 in favor of Florida Atlantic.

Q: Who led the Owls in scoring?
A: Baba Miller scored 17 points for the Owls.

Q: How many games has South Florida lost in a row?
A: The Bulls have now lost six of their last seven games.