Florida Southern's men's basketball team fell to No. 12 Palm Beach Atlantic, losing 86-78 despite a strong first-half performance. The Moccasins managed 12 three-pointers and 17 assists but struggled in the second half, characterized by turnovers and poor offensive rhythm. Florida Southern's Amare Miller led with a double-double of 14 points and 14 rebounds, reaching a milestone of 505 career rebounds. Coach Mike Donnelly expressed disappointment in the loss and emphasized the need to regroup before their upcoming challenge against Rollins. Key contributions came from Jasir Tremble, who topped the scoring with 17 points, and Brady Corso with 13 points.

By the Numbers
  • Florida Southern made 12 three-pointers in the game.
  • Miller recorded a double-double with 14 points and 14 rebounds.
State of Play
  • Florida Southern sits at 17-6 overall and 9-4 in the Sunshine State Conference.
  • Palm Beach Atlantic is ranked No. 12 and stands at 19-3 overall, with a 11-3 conference record.
  • FSC is preparing for their next game against Rollins on February 7.
What's Next

Florida Southern will aim to bounce back with a crucial road game against Rollins on Saturday, looking to improve their conference standing and regain momentum.

Bottom Line

The Moccasins must address their second-half struggles and turnovers to enhance their chances of success against Rollins, emphasizing the importance of maintaining offensive flow and minimizing mistakes.