MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (Interstat) — Corey Stephenson scored 34 points to lead Florida International to an 88-84 overtime victory over Middle Tennessee in a Conference USA men’s basketball game Wednesday night at Murphy Athletics Center.

The Golden Panthers, who improved to 11-11, outscored the Blue Raiders 13-9 in the extra period after the teams finished regulation tied at 75. Middle Tennessee also is 11-11.

Stephenson keyed the win, adding efficiency to his high volume by shooting 12 for 22 from the field. Marcus Whitlock led Middle Tennessee with 25 points, including six three-pointers. The Blue Raiders relied heavily on the deep shot, attempting 44 threes but making only 13.

Florida International dominated inside, scoring 38 points in the paint to Middle Tennessee’s 22. The Golden Panthers also capitalized on mistakes, scoring 19 points off 11 Blue Raider turnovers.

A crowd of 3,512 saw the game, which surpassed the pregame point total expectation.