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Stanford collapses late in Florida road loss
30 Jan
Summary
- Stanford led at halftime but lost momentum in the second half.
- Miami secured a 79-70 victory over Stanford on Wednesday night.
- Stanford has now lost three consecutive games this season.
Stanford suffered a disappointing 79-70 road loss to Miami on Wednesday night, continuing a challenging conference play stretch. The Cardinal held a 40-35 lead at halftime, fueled by strong offensive play, including effective three-point shooting. Stanford extended their lead in the early stages of the second half, seemingly in control of the game.
However, with under six minutes remaining, the momentum shifted dramatically. Stanford's defense faltered, allowing Miami to seize control and ultimately secure the win. Despite late efforts from Benny Gealer, Dante Allen's free throws sealed the victory for Miami.
This loss marks Stanford's third in a row and highlights a recurring theme of late-game struggles for the team this season. Key performers for Stanford included Ebuka Okorie with 19 points and Benny Gealer with 17, while Miami was led by Malik Reneau's 20 points and Tre Donaldson's 18.
The Cardinal remain in Florida for a matchup against Florida State on Saturday, while Miami is set to host Cal. Stanford's path to the tournament requires a strong winning streak in the coming games.
