CVBL: Miami Surprises Utah 78-70
Miami made some believers today with a big win over Utah. "I know all the headlines are going to say 'Miami upset Utah', but we knew going in that we could play with these guys. It's no upset in my book," said Miami coach Bob. "We've had some trouble early on, but the team's finally getting it together. Just look at Jasper - he was unstoppable." Today's win certainly helps get their message out, but Miami still have some work ahead of them.
Miami was led by Jasper (26 points, 0 assists), Jackson (14 points, 0 assists, 2 blocks), Lisa (17 points, a block). Utah was led by Fedak (5 points, 6 boards, 9 assists, a steal), Robinson (15 points, 5 boards, 1 assists, a block), Perkins (8 points, a steal, 3 blocks).
Miami jump to 8-9 and 4-5 at home after this win. They advance to #3 in the Southeast and advance to #7 overall in the Eastern Conference. After the loss, Utah fall to 12-4. They stay at #1 in the Northwest and remain at #3 overall in the Western Conference.
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