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Miami Defeats Missouri in NCAA Tournament, Will Face Purdue Next
Miami defeated Missouri 80-66 in the first round of the NCAA Tournament. The Hurricanes will advance to play Purdue in the next round.
In Louisville, Kentucky, seventh-seeded Miami defeated tenth-seeded Missouri 80-66 in the first round of the NCAA Tournament. Miami guard Malik Reneau scored 24 points, while guard Tre Donaldson added 17. Missouri briefly led in the second half, but Miami responded with an 11-0 run to retake control. Jayden Stone led the Tigers with 21 points, and Mark Mitchell had 19. Miami will play Purdue for a spot in the Sweet Sixteen. Duke coach Jon Scheyer is optimistic that Patrick Ngongba II will play Saturday against TCU.
Key Facts
- Miami defeated Missouri 80-66 in the NCAA Tournament's first round.
- Malik Reneau scored 24 points for Miami.
- Tre Donaldson scored 17 points for Miami.
- Jayden Stone led Missouri with 21 points.
- Mark Mitchell scored 19 points for Missouri.
- Miami will play Purdue in the next round.
- Duke's coach is hopeful Patrick Ngongba II will play against TCU.
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- Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer — Here is the latest ACC sports news from The Associated Press