Miami men’s basketball’s undefeated season came to an end Sunday afternoon, as it was demolished by the University of Maryland, 88-70, in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame Tip-Off Tournament championship game. Maryland was immaculate on both ends of the floor, and the Hurricanes were never able to match its level of play.
“We didn’t have the same energy that we had yesterday,” Miami head coach Jim Larrañaga said. “They’re bigger! And we’re learning how to play as a small ball team. We just have to continue to learn.“
The size difference between Maryland (5-0) and Miami (4-1) was a valid reason why the Terrapins had so much success.