Florida International 88, at Middle Tennessee 84

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (Interstat) — Corey Stephenson scored 34 points, including a crucial three-pointer in the final minute of overtime, to lift Florida International to an 88-84 victory over Middle Tennessee in a Conference USA men’s basketball thriller Wednesday night at Murphy Athletics Center. In a game defined by runs, missed opportunities, and a relentless back-and-forth pace, the Golden Panthers overcame a late deficit in regulation and outscored the Blue Raiders 13-9 in the extra period to secure the road win. The victory pushed both teams to an identical 11-11 overall record. The contest’s most critical sequence unfolded in the final… Read more...