Miami, led by Dupree, got the critical win in today's matchup against Memphis. After the game, the Miami star was surrounded by would-be interviewers, a not uncommon sight recently as he has moved into a leading role on his team. After taking a few questions, he met his long-time friend, Memphis's Whitfield, who had played his heart out during the game only to come up short. "It's always tough when we play, he said. I always like to see him do well, and vice versa. But we can't both come out winners as long as we're on different teams." Rumors continue to circulate about the two friends trying to find their way onto the same team.

Miami was led by Dupree (25 points, 6 boards, 2 assists, a steal), Byrd (5 points, 12 boards, 4 assists, 4 blocks), Crandell (14 points, 11 boards, 2 assists, a block). Memphis was led by Whitfield (21 points, 14 boards, 2 assists, 3 blocks), Dimascio (25 points, 3 blocks), Calloway (21 points, 1 assists).

Miami stand at 31-15 and 17-6 at home. They hold at #1 in the Southeast and stay at #2 overall in the Eastern Conference. After the defeat, Memphis stand at 31-14. They hold at #1 in the Southwest and remain at #2 overall in the Western Conference.

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