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Takeaways from the 2024 AAC Basketball Media Day

The 2024 American Athletic Conference (AAC) Media Day marks Florida Atlantic University’s second year, as well as AAC Commissioner Tim Pernetti’s first year in the conference.

Under former head coach Dusty May, Florida Atlantic men’s basketball program secured back-to-back National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) tournament appearances, a first in school history. This streak looks to be continued by current head coach John Jakus and his self-constructed roster of 11 new players.

Last year, the team finished with a 25-9 overall record and 14-4 conference record. The Owls entered the AAC tournament as the No. 2 seed and were knocked out in the semifinals by No.