Five Canes Finish in Double Figures As No. 17 Miami Cruises to Victory Over North Florida

Miami sets the tone early

The Hurricanes established an advantage in the paint from the opening minutes. Malik Reneau had eight points before the first media timeout as Miami built on its improved start to the season.

Miami’s defense also shaped the game. The team forced 10 turnovers in the first half and scored 10 points off those mistakes, then finished with 17 turnovers forced overall.

Five players reach double figures

Reneau and sophomore Shelton Henderson led the scoring, with Henderson finishing on 16 points. Freshman Caleb Gaskins added 12 points, including two three-pointers, while also contributing on the boards.

Miami’s bench supplied 31 points. Robert Miller III scored 10, Dante Allen and Nick Dorn had eight apiece, Brent Bland scored two, and Egor Ryzhov added seven. Acaden Lewis recorded eight assists and scored two points.

Lucas sees room to improve

Lucas said he adjusted substitutions to keep players on the floor longer and help the team find a smoother rhythm. He described the change as an area the Hurricanes will continue to work on in coming games.

Miami created quality chances from three-point range, but the shots were not falling. Lucas said he liked the shot selection and expected the results to improve, while noting that stronger perimeter shooting could lift the team’s scoring further.

North Alabama next on schedule

The win followed Miami’s loss to No. 1 Florida, after which Reneau and Henderson have settled into their roles, according to the report. The Hurricanes are continuing a five-game stretch at home.