Miami (FL) vs. Men’s Basketball: Score & Recap

Oriol’s 29 points Not Enough as North Florida Falls to Miami

North florida men’s basketball suffered a decisive 105-67 loss to RV Miami (FL) at the Watsco Center on Sunday, despite a standout performance from senior guard Kamrin Oriol. The Ospreys will look to rebound as they conclude their non-conference schedule later this month.

The game, played in Coral Gables, Florida, saw Oriol deliver a scoring punch, posting 29 points – his fifth game this season reaching the 20-point threshold. He showcased remarkable efficiency, shooting 8-of-14 from the field, a remarkable 7-of-10 from beyond the arc, and 6-of-8 from the free-throw line, adding three assists in 35 minutes of play. Oriol’s recent form has been strong,accumulating 58 points across the last two games.

Oriol’s Historic Shooting performance

Oriol’s seven successful three-pointers not only represent a career-high for the senior guard but also mark the most three-pointers made by a North Florida player this season. His early scoring ignited the Ospreys’ offense, opening the game with a three-pointer off an assist from teammate Devin Hines.

Graduate student guard Hines contributed 11 points of his own, shooting 4-of-8 from the field and grabbing four rebounds in 26 minutes. This marked the fifth game this season were Hines reached double-digit scoring. Graduate student guard/forward Dalton Gayman also connected on a three-pointer, briefly giving North Florida an 8-7 lead midway through the first half.

Did you know? – Kamrin Oriol’s 29 points against Miami marked his fifth 20+ point game of the season, showcasing his consistent scoring ability for the Ospreys.

First-Half Battle, Second-half Surge for Miami

The first half featured a competitive back-and-forth, with three lead changes and two ties. North Florida demonstrated early shooting prowess,starting 4-of-5 from three-point range and finishing the half at 8-of-14 from behind the arc.Oriol dominated the scoring for the Ospreys in the first half, racking up 20 points on an efficient 6-of-9 shooting, including a perfect 5-of-5 from three. Despite this, Miami held a 51-35 lead at the break.

Miami extended its lead in the second half, but North Florida showed resilience with a 6-0 run late in regulation, attempting to close the gap. Hines contributed seven of his 11 total points in the second half. However, the Hurricanes proved too strong, ultimately securing the victory.

Pro tip – Efficient shooting is key in college basketball. Oriol’s 7-of-10 performance from three-point range demonstrates the impact a hot shooter can have, even in a loss.

Looking Ahead for the Ospreys

North Florida will conclude its non-conference schedule by hosting Columbia on Sunday, Dec. 28, at 2 p.m. ET at UNF Arena. The Ospreys will aim to build on the positive contributions of players like Oriol and Hines as they prepare for conference play.

why: The North Florida Ospreys faced a strong Miami Hurricanes team in a non-conference matchup.
Who: The game featured standout performances from North Florida’s Kamrin Oriol (29 points) and Devin Hines (11 points), while Miami ultimately secured the win.
What: North Florida lost to Miami 105-67.
How: Despite Oriol’s efficient shooting and a competitive first half, Miami’s strong offense and second-half surge proved too much for the Ospreys to overcome. Miami built a critically important lead in the first half and maintained control throughout the second, despite a late north Florida run.