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SMU Dominates FAMU 102-73

DALLAS, TEXAS — SMU extended their winning streak to 2-0 under new head coach Andy Enfield with a dominant 102-73 victory over Florida A&M. SMU’s offensive prowess was on full display, with five players scoring in double figures and a balanced attack that set a season high.

Key Performances

  • Boopie Miller led SMU with a near triple-double, finishing with 20 points, 9 rebounds (career high), 9 assists, and 3 steals. Miller scored 17 of his points in the first half, including a buzzer-beating three.
  • Yohan Traore added 19 points (4-8 FG, 10-12 FT) and 10 rebounds, securing his second career double-double.
  • Chuck Harris hit 4 of 6 from beyond the arc, tallying 15 points.
  • B.J. Edwards recorded 13 points, 7 rebounds, 6 assists, and 3 steals.
  • Keon Ambrose-Hylton contributed 10 points, 2 blocks, and 2 assists.

Team Stats and Dominant Runs

SMU’s offense was unstoppable, shooting 53% from the field and amassing 23 assists on 35 field goals. They outscored FAMU in points in the paint (48-26) and fastbreak points (32-11), while their defense forced 16 turnovers and limited FAMU to 36.1% shooting. SMU had two big scoring runs, including a 28-4 stretch in the first half to jump out to a 51-29 halftime lead.

Historic Numbers and Record Pace

The Mustangs have now scored 198 points over their first two games, marking their best offensive start in recent years. Their 102 points against FAMU are the most since their 106-79 victory over Memphis in February 2024.

Next up: SMU will take on UNC Greensboro on Monday, November 11, at 7 p.m. CT on David B. Miller Court at Moody Coliseum.

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