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Miami Basketball's Monumental Turnaround: Road to ACC Tourney
5 Mar
Summary
- Miami boasts a 16-win improvement, the nation's largest turnaround this season.
- The Hurricanes have won six of their past seven games.
- Miami is one win away from tying the school's regular-season victory record.
No. 22 Miami is on a significant upward trajectory, aiming to extend its winning streak against SMU in Dallas. The Hurricanes, under first-year coach Jai Lucas, have achieved the nation's largest turnaround with a 16-win improvement from last season, already securing 23 wins.
Miami's recent surge includes winning six of their last seven games, a stretch that saw them re-enter the AP Top 25. They are now one win shy of tying the program's record for regular-season victories. This successful run also bolsters their standing for the ACC tournament, where they currently sit in third place.
The Mustangs, however, present a challenge, entering the game having lost two consecutive road contests. SMU is currently tied for eighth in the league standings, fighting to secure a first-round tournament bye. The team has faced recent struggles, including a significant loss to Stanford where they allowed a season-high point total.
