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Florida International Falls 65-52 to Middle Tennessee - Recap

Middle Tennessee grabbed a 65-52 win over Florida International on Thursday, behind a 21-point effort from Jacorey Williams at FIU Arena.

Middle Tennessee was a -12.0-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.

Middle Tennessee got 11 points from Giddy Potts and another 10 points from Reggie Upshaw Jr.. Tyrik Dixon contributed 3 assists, while Jacorey Williams cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.

Florida International got 21 points from Donte McGill in a losing cause and another 12 points from Michael Kessens. Michael Kessens contributed 3 assists for them, while Eric Nottage had 7 rebounds.

Middle Tennessee led at halftime, 37-26.

Middle Tennessee won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 30-21.

Next game, Middle Tennessee takes its act on the road to face Florida Atlantic looking for another win. For Florida International, they head home to face UAB.