Stanford Cardinal's Three-Point Barrage Falls Short Against Miami (FL) Hurricanes at Watsco Center

The Stanford Cardinal faced off against the Miami (FL) Hurricanes in a highly anticipated matchup at the Watsco Center. The game ended with the Hurricanes securing a 79-70 victory over the Cardinal. This result brings Stanford's record to 0-1, while Miami improves to 1-0.

First Half

The first half saw an impressive start from Stanford, who managed to take an early lead thanks to their sharp shooting from beyond the arc. Benny Gealer was instrumental in this effort, contributing significantly with his three-point accuracy. The Trees managed to score 40 points in this half, showcasing their offensive capabilities and maintaining a narrow lead over the 'Canes.

Second Half

As the second half commenced, Miami began to tighten their defense and increase their offensive pressure. Despite Ebuka Okorie's efforts for Stanford, who added crucial points and assists throughout the game, Miami's defensive adjustments proved effective. The 'Canes capitalized on turnovers and fast-break opportunities, outscoring Stanford by 14 points in this period.

Key Plays

A pivotal moment came when Aidan Cammann made a crucial block that temporarily halted Miami’s momentum; however, it wasn't enough as Tre Donaldson of Miami orchestrated several key plays that shifted control back to his team. The Hurricanes' ability to convert turnovers into points was evident as they scored 17 points off turnovers compared to Stanford’s eight.

Despite strong performances from individual players like Gealer and Okorie for Stanford, it was not enough against a well-rounded performance by Miami. The 'Canes' bench also contributed effectively with 18 bench points compared to Stanford’s 25 but maintained control through strategic plays.

Looking ahead for fans eager for more action: catch the next game where the Cardinal will face Florida State Seminoles on January 31st at Donald L. Tucker Civic Center in Tallahassee at 6:00 PM EST on ACC Network TV.

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