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Miami Hurricanes: New Coach, New Era, New Wins
30 Dec
Summary
- Jai Lucas begins ACC play with a six-game winning streak.
- Miami's offense averages 89 points, focusing on paint and rebounds.
- Pitt aims to replicate dominant win against Penn State.
Miami Hurricanes basketball is set to begin Atlantic Coast Conference play with renewed optimism under head coach Jai Lucas. This marks his second debut of the season, following the nonconference opener. As of Tuesday, the Hurricanes have secured six consecutive victories, bringing their nonconference record to an impressive 11-2.
Under Lucas, the team is averaging 89 points per game. Their offensive strategy prioritizes offensive rebounding and scoring in the paint, viewing three-point shots as a bonus. This approach has significantly boosted the team's performance compared to the previous season, which saw only seven wins.
The Miami Hurricanes will host the Pitt Panthers to kick off ACC action. Pitt is looking to replicate the success of their commanding 80-46 victory over Penn State in their final nonconference game. Both teams are eager to establish their presence in the competitive ACC.
