A late surge powered the Miami Hurricanes to a crucial 79-70 victory. They faced the Stanford Cardinal on Wednesday night. The game took place at the Watsco Center in Coral Gables, Florida. Miami staged a dramatic comeback. They overcame a significant deficit. This secured an important ACC win.
Hurricanes Rally Against Cardinal
Stanford held the lead for much of the contest. They even built a nine-point advantage in the second half. However, Miami showed impressive fight. The Hurricanes executed a vital 14-2 scoring run late in the game. This run turned a deficit into a lead. They protected it until the final whistle.
Dante Allen hit a pivotal three-pointer. This tied the game at 56-56 with just over six minutes left. The shot electrified the crowd and energized the team. Soon after, Allen’s layup gave Miami a 58-56 lead. This basket initiated an 11-2 run. That run sealed the win.
Standout Miami Performances
Malik Reneau led Miami’s offensive charge. He scored a game-high 20 points. Reneau also contributed five rebounds and three assists. Tre’s Donaldson was another key player for the Hurricanes. He tallied 18 points. Donaldson added three rebounds and two assists. Shelton Henderson and Tru Washington also scored 12 points each. Ernest Udeh Jr. led the team with nine rebounds. Dante Allen’s crucial plays in the second half were also vital.
Stanford’s Competitive Effort
The Stanford Cardinal played a strong game. They held a lead of up to nine points in the second half. Ebuka Okorie led Stanford with 19 points. He also secured five rebounds and four assists. Benny Gealer matched a season-high with 17 points. Gealer made five three-pointers during the game. Ryan Agarwal chipped in 11 points and six rebounds. AJ Rohosy added 10 points. Despite their performance, Stanford faced their third consecutive loss. Their record fell to 14-7 overall and 3-5 in ACC play.
Game Insights and Standing
Miami shot 43.5% from the field in the game. They outscored Stanford 44-30 in the second half. The Hurricanes also held an advantage from the free-throw line, making 19 shots to Stanford’s 5. Miami was strong in the paint, scoring 38 points to Stanford’s 24. They also capitalized on turnovers, earning 17 points from them. The Hurricanes now stand at 17-4 overall and 6-2 in the ACC. This win highlights their strong season under head coach Jai Lucas. Their ability to finish games effectively is a key asset. This victory also bolsters Miami’s NCAA tournament prospects.
Future Outlook
Miami’s win over Stanford strengthens their position in the ACC standings. They have now won consecutive games after a brief losing streak. The Hurricanes continue to be a tough opponent at home, holding a 12-1 record at the Watsco Center this season. Their next challenge is against California on Saturday, January 31, 2026. Stanford will travel to face Florida State. The Cardinal need to secure more victories to improve their NCAA tournament chances.
