Florida State Tops SMU in Leonard Hamilton's Final Home Game

Malique Ewin's career-high 26 points help the Seminoles secure a 76-69 victory, snapping a four-game losing streak.

Florida State's Malique Ewin scored a career-high 26 points and grabbed eight rebounds in his return from injury, leading the Seminoles to a 76-69 win over SMU.
The game marked the final home appearance for Florida State's longtime coach Leonard Hamilton, who is retiring after 23 seasons with the program.
The victory snapped a four-game losing streak for the Seminoles, who now need to win the ACC tournament to secure an NCAA Tournament berth.
SMU's loss dealt a blow to their NCAA Tournament hopes and denied them a chance to secure a double-bye in the ACC tournament.
Florida State's Jamir Watkins added 20 points and eight rebounds, while SMU's Boopie Miller led his team with 16 points and five assists.