Miami’s stunning upset win over powerhouse Duke in its own arena had led many to believe that this year’s team was no pushover. And to reinforce this idea, the Canes looked to continue their resurgent win streak with a statement victory over their bitter rivals in Florida State.
Unfortunately for the Canes, they fell short to FSU on a last-second foul call that ultimately cost them both the road game and a nine-game win streak. The loss extended Miami’s losing streak to eight against a continually strong FSU basketball program, in an arena that Miami has struggled in for several years.