After a 74-70 victory over Missouri State on Thursday, the Miami basketball team was blown out 78-58 against Florida in the Charleston Classic Semifinals on Friday. The Hurricanes attempt to finish third in Charleston when they play Connecticut on Sunday afternoon. The Huskies lost 75-74 to Xavier in their semifinal Friday.
The matchup with UConn gives Miami a third chance this season to earn a quality victory. The win over Missouri State should hold up for the Hurricanes in March. The Bears are favored win the title in the always tough Missouri Valley Conference.