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Mustangs Edge Seminoles in 83-80 Nail-Biter
25 Jan
Summary
- Florida State lost to SMU 83-80 in a back-and-forth contest.
- Robert McCray led FSU with 21 points, while Jones added a double-double.
- The Seminoles missed opportunities in the closing seconds to tie or win.
Florida State suffered an 83-80 defeat against SMU in a hard-fought road game. The Seminoles trailed by 12 points at halftime but mounted a significant comeback in the second half, leading to a thrilling, back-and-forth finish.
Despite trailing early and struggling with three-point shooting in the first half, Florida State rallied. Robert McCray was a standout, scoring 21 points, while LaJae Jones contributed 20 points and 12 rebounds, including a crucial double-double. The team's defensive effort and offensive surge in the second half allowed them to close the gap and even take the lead.
However, SMU managed to regain control in the closing minutes. Florida State had chances to tie or take the lead in the final seconds, but a combination of missed shots and SMU's free throws sealed the outcome. The game concluded with Florida State unable to secure a final possession to force overtime, resulting in the three-point loss.
