Miami Men's Basketball Opens Season Exploding For Its Most Points Since 1989
If you didn't know, the Miami Hurricane men's basketball team scored like an NBA team as they put up 113 points in its season opener against Fairleigh Dickinson.
It was a showcase of the veteran talent and the flash of freshmen that the Hurricanes have in their top 10 class as they dominated from the opening tip.
Lynn Kidd was the story of the game finishing 10-11 from the field, and 4-4 from the free throw line for 24 points and nine rebounds in 25 minutes in his debut in Coral Gables.
Nijel Pack had a quiet 21 points finishing 9-11 from the field as the team dominated on all sides of the ball.
Here how it happened:
Final: Miami 111, FDU 70
Second Half
The Hurricanes have scored it's most points in 15 years. 15. This offense could match anyone in the ACC if they continue.
Media Timeout 2:50 - That starters are in the game still and just pouring it on FDU. The outside jumpers are starting to fall and the highly explosive offense has reached 100 points on the game. Jalen Blackmon is starting to shoot the net off of the rim. Miami 109, FDU 66
8:00 - The freshman class looks amazing for the Hurricanes. So good that you want them to stay another year to truly develop into some of the best talent in the ACC. Betha, Divine, and Austin Swartz playing well in their debut. Miami 89, FDU 54
Media Timeout 11:54 - The Hurricanes have full control of this game. They are shooting 68.1-percent from the field and most have been from inside the paint. The team has only taken seven threes but that is because of how easy it has been for them to score inside. Miami 75, FDU 48
Media Timeout 15:25 - It has been a back-and-forth battle between FDU and the Hurricanes. The Canes are getting the better of the team while Lynn Kidd is putting on a show for the Hurricanes. He has 22 points and finally missed a shot to prove he is human. Miami 66, FDU 45
Halftime: Miami 56, FDU 35
First Half
1:50 - FDU has starting to find its way back into this game. They have hit six of their last six shots and are pushing the ball down the field. Miami 50, FDU 33
Media Timeout 3:56 - The Hurricanes are flying and winning everything. The key now is that FDU has started to find its shot and is playing at full court to try and generate some turnovers. This has not slowed down the Canes but something to keep an eye on. Miami 47, FDU 26
Media Timeout 7:56 - The Hurricanes are dominating FDU to start this game. They have forced 10 turnovers to thier two and are playing passionate defense. Head coach Jim Larranaga is back at it again with another defensive master class. Miami 32, FDU 13
10:43 - The Hurricanes have forced seven turnovers and are moving the ball. This is a completely different team from teh scrimmage game against St. Leo and it shows. It doesn't look like 11 new players on this team. Miami 25, FDU 11
FDU Timeout 13:43 - The Hurricanes look amazing to start the season. they have been on a 19-4 over the past five minutes and have not missed in their past eight shots. Great ball movement from all around is moving in transition. Miami 19, FDU 7
Media Timeout 15:46 - Kidd has been fantastic to start this game. He has been a dominant force that can't be guarded in the low post. 10 points, 4-4 FG, 2-2 FT, only in minutes of play. Miami 12, FDU 3
18:02 - The Hurricanes defense has been outstanding to start the game. Lynn Kidd has been confident inside the paint and scored the first two baskets of the game against FDU. Miami 6, FDU 3
Pregame
Starting Lineups
Christmas has come early for the ACC as the basketball season gets underway and the Miami Hurricanes look to return to their Final Four form from two seasons ago.
Only three players from last season return with Matthew Cleveland, Nijel Pack, and Paul Djobet, but they are assisted with a top-10 recruiting and transfer class. The class is highlighted by Jalil Behea, Lynn Kick, and Jalen Blackmon.
The Hurricanes have the offensive firepower to keep up with anyone. The key will be keeping up on the defensive side of the ball.
HOW TO WATCH
Miami (0-0) vs. Fairleigh Dickinson (0-0) 7 p.m. ET | Monday, Nov. 4 | Watsco Center
Streaming: ACC Extra/ESPN+
Home Radio: UM Sports Network – 560 WQAM, Audacy App
