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Reneau, Udeh Power Miami Past Jacksonville 86-69 in Jai Lucas' Debut

Relentless interior scoring with a big free-throw edge showcased the Hurricanes' overhauled roster.

Overview

  • Indiana transfer Malik Reneau led Miami with 20 points, converting 10 of 12 free throws.
  • TCU transfer Ernest Udeh Jr. delivered a 14-point, 14-rebound double-double.
  • An early second-half 12-2 run pushed the lead to 53-39, and Miami controlled the rest of the game.
  • Miami shot 55% from the field but went 3-for-14 from beyond the arc, as freshman Shelton Henderson contributed 15 points.
  • The Hurricanes finished 29-for-37 at the line while Jacksonville went 7-for-14 and committed 27 fouls.