Miami Hurricanes Defeat Jacksonville Dolphins 86-69
Monday, November 3, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · Watsco Center
Miami Hurricanes 86, Jacksonville Dolphins 69, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Jacksonville Dolphins vs Miami Hurricanes?
Miami Hurricanes beat Jacksonville Dolphins 86-69 at Watsco Center on November 3, 2025.
The Miami Hurricanes secured a decisive victory against the Jacksonville Dolphins, finishing the game with a score of 86-69 at the Watsco Center. This matchup was notable as Miami improved its record to 1-0 for the season, while Jacksonville fell to 0-1. The game showcased Miami's ability to bounce back after a challenging stretch, as they had a recent record of 3-7 in their last ten games, with a streak of one win.
In terms of recent form, Miami's last ten games included three wins and seven losses, with an average of 71.0 points scored and 80.6 points allowed per game. Their home record stood at 3-2, while they struggled away with an 0-5 record. In their last five games, they managed only one victory, averaging 69.4 points scored and allowing 85.8 points. Conversely, Jacksonville had a better recent record of 6-4 in their last ten games, despite a current losing streak of one. They averaged 71.1 points scored and 70.4 points allowed per game, with a home record of 4-0 and an away record of 2-4. In their last five games, they achieved a record of 3-2, scoring an average of 70.4 points while allowing 69.8 points.
The Hurricanes' offensive performance was highlighted by a strong second half, where they increased their lead significantly. Notable scoring plays included a three-point jumper by Jaylen Jones and a series of successful layups and free throws by Ernest Udeh Jr. and Shelton Henderson. The Dolphins struggled to keep pace, with Chris Lockett Jr. contributing some late points but ultimately falling short.
This game marked the first meeting of the season between these two teams, and Miami's performance suggests they are looking to build momentum after a tough previous season. The conditions at the Watsco Center were favorable for the home team, allowing them to capitalize on their home-court advantage.
In terms of betting, the market had priced Miami as the clear favorite, with a home win probability of 0.999, reflecting strong confidence in their ability to secure the victory. The game unfolded under conditions that favored Miami's style of play, allowing them to execute their strategy effectively.
As the season progresses, viewers should watch for Miami's continued development and how they build on this victory, particularly in their ability to score efficiently while tightening their defense. Jacksonville, on the other hand, will need to regroup and address their defensive shortcomings to improve their performance in upcoming games.
Leaders
- PointsMalik Reneau20Miami Hurricanes
- AssistsTru Washington4Miami Hurricanes
- ReboundsErnest Udeh Jr.14Miami Hurricanes
- PointsJaylen Jones14Jacksonville Dolphins
- AssistsEvan Sterck5Jacksonville Dolphins
- ReboundsJaylen Jones3Jacksonville Dolphins
Recent form
Miami Hurricanes
Last 10: 3-7Streak W171 scored · 80.6 allowed per game3-2 at home
- W72-70vs NC State WolfpackMar 8
- L74-89at Georgia Tech Yellow JacketsMar 5
- L73-92at North Carolina Tar HeelsMar 1
- L60-97vs Duke Blue DevilsFeb 26
- L68-81vs Virginia Tech HokiesFeb 22
- L66-74at Florida State SeminolesFeb 20
- L65-74at Pittsburgh PanthersFeb 15
- W91-84vs Syracuse OrangeFeb 12
- L78-88at Louisville CardinalsFeb 8
- W63-57vs Notre Dame Fighting IrishFeb 2
Jacksonville Dolphins
Last 10: 6-4Streak L171.1 scored · 70.4 allowed per game2-4 away
- L63-78at North Alabama LionsMar 7
- W78-67vs Eastern Kentucky ColonelsMar 4
- W79-72vs Stetson HattersFeb 27
- W59-55vs Eastern Kentucky ColonelsFeb 25
- L73-77at North Florida OspreysFeb 21
- L56-72at Florida Gulf Coast EaglesFeb 18
- L79-92at North Alabama LionsFeb 15
- W77-62at Central Arkansas BearsFeb 14
- W73-64vs Bellarmine KnightsFeb 9
- W74-65at Stetson HattersFeb 7
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Austin Peay | 22-9 | +1 | 15-3 |
| Central Arkansas | 22-12 | +1 | 15-3 |
| Queens University | 21-14 | 2 | 13-5 |
| Lipscomb | 19-13 | 3 | 12-6 |
| Florida Gulf Coast | 16-18 | 7 | 8-10 |
| West Georgia | 15-17 | 6 | 8-10 |
| Bellarmine | 13-19 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Jacksonville | 12-20 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Stetson | 12-21 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Eastern Kentucky | 11-21 | 7 | 7-11 |
| North Florida | 7-25 | 10 | 5-13 |
| North Alabama | 9-21 | 10 | 4-14 |
| Duke | 35-3 | - | 17-1 |
| Virginia | 30-6 | 2 | 15-3 |
| Miami | 26-9 | 4 | 13-5 |
| North Carolina | 24-9 | 5 | 12-6 |
| Clemson | 24-11 | 5 | 12-6 |
| Louisville | 24-11 | 6 | 11-7 |
| NC State | 20-14 | 7 | 10-8 |
| Florida State | 18-15 | 7 | 10-8 |
| California | 22-12 | 8 | 9-9 |
| Stanford | 20-13 | 8 | 9-9 |
| Virginia Tech | 19-13 | 9 | 8-10 |
| SMU | 20-14 | 9 | 8-10 |
| Wake Forest | 18-17 | 10 | 7-11 |
| Syracuse | 15-17 | 11 | 6-12 |
| Pittsburgh | 13-20 | 12 | 5-13 |
| Notre Dame | 13-18 | 13 | 4-14 |
| Boston College | 11-20 | 13 | 4-14 |
| Georgia Tech | 11-20 | 15 | 2-16 |
Box score
| Stat | Jacksonville Dolphins | Miami Hurricanes |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 27-58 | 27-49 |
| Field goal % | 47 | 55 |
| Three-pointers | 8-27 | 3-14 |
| Three-point % | 30 | 21 |
| Free throws | 7-14 | 29-37 |
| Free throw % | 50 | 78 |
| Rebounds | 20 | 35 |
| Offensive rebounds | 5 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 15 | 27 |
| Assists | 11 | 18 |
| Steals | 8 | 7 |
| Blocks | 2 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 15 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 23 | 16 |
| Fast-break points | 11 | 11 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 44 |
| Fouls | 27 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 4 | 21 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half39-49Tre Donaldson made Layup.
- 2nd Half39-50Tre Donaldson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half39-52Ernest Udeh Jr. made Dunk. Assisted by Malik Reneau.
- 2nd Half39-53Malik Reneau made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half40-53Enrico Borio made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half42-53Jaylen Jones made Layup.
- 2nd Half45-53Chris Arias made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half45-55Tru Washington made Layup.
- 2nd Half45-58Marcus Allen made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tru Washington.
- 2nd Half47-58Evan Sterck made Jumper.
- 2nd Half47-59Ernest Udeh Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-60Ernest Udeh Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-61Malik Reneau made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-62Malik Reneau made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half49-62Jaylen Jones made Layup.
- 2nd Half49-64Ernest Udeh Jr. made Dunk. Assisted by Marcus Allen.
- 2nd Half49-65Tru Washington made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half49-66Tru Washington made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-66Evan Sterck made Jumper.
- 2nd Half51-68Tre Donaldson made Jumper.
- 2nd Half53-68Hayden Wood made Layup. Assisted by Evan Sterck.
- 2nd Half55-68Evan Sterck made Layup.
- 2nd Half55-70Ernest Udeh Jr. made Dunk. Assisted by Malik Reneau.
- 2nd Half55-72Ernest Udeh Jr. made Layup. Assisted by Timotej Malovec.
- 2nd Half55-75Timotej Malovec made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Dante Allen.
- 2nd Half58-75Chris Arias made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Evan Sterck.
- 2nd Half58-76Malik Reneau made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-77Malik Reneau made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-78Malik Reneau made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-79Malik Reneau made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-79Chris Arias made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jaylen Jones.
- 2nd Half61-80Tre Donaldson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-80Jaylen Jones made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half64-82Ernest Udeh Jr. made Layup. Assisted by Shelton Henderson.
- 2nd Half64-83Ernest Udeh Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-83Chris Lockett Jr. made Jumper.
- 2nd Half66-85Shelton Henderson made Layup. Assisted by Dante Allen.
- 2nd Half66-86Shelton Henderson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-86Chris Lockett Jr. made Layup.
- 2nd Half69-86Chris Lockett Jr. made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Miami Hurricanes, below favours Jacksonville Dolphins.
Venue
- Watsco CenterCoral Gables, FL
- Attendance5633
- OfficialsMark Schnur, Ben Stirt, Clare Simmons
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