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Hankins-Sanford's Career Night Fuels UMass Victory
14 Dec
Summary
- Daniel Hankins-Sanford achieved a career-high 26 points and 10 rebounds.
- K'Jei Parker also set a personal best with 24 points.
- UMass secured a decisive 103-95 victory over Florida State.
The UMass Minutemen achieved a significant victory on Saturday, defeating Florida State 103-95 in the Orange Bowl Basketball Classic. Daniel Hankins-Sanford was the standout player, scoring a career-high 26 points and pulling down 10 rebounds. His strong performance in the second half was pivotal in overcoming Florida State's initial lead.
K'Jei Parker was another key contributor for UMass, matching Hankins-Sanford's scoring prowess with a career-high 24 points. The team's offensive firepower was further bolstered by Leonardo Bettiol and Marcus Banks, who both added 18 points to the scoreboard. UMass's balanced scoring effort proved too much for their opponents.
Despite trailing by four points at halftime, UMass mounted an impressive comeback in the second half. They outscored Florida State significantly, building a lead that reached as many as 18 points. The Minutemen's resilience and offensive execution were evident throughout the game, securing them a dominant win.
