MIAMI — Florida International University secured a solid victory against Utah Tech with a score of 80-66 on Monday, thanks in part to the impressive performance of Travis Gray, who tallied 15 points during the match.
Gray contributed significantly on both ends of the court, adding five rebounds and three steals to his scoring tally. Asim Jones was also a key player for the Panthers (6-7), contributing 14 points while showing accuracy with 5 of 9 shooting and converting 3 of 4 from the free-throw line. In addition, he showcased his playmaking ability with seven assists. Jonathan Aybar followed closely behind, scoring 13 points along with a shooting performance of 5 of 9 from the floor and 3 of 6 from the charity stripe.

On the opposing side, Beon Riley led the charge for the Trailblazers (4-11) with a commendable performance, accumulating 19 points, eight rebounds, and three steals. Noa Gonsalves also found his rhythm, contributing 18 points to the effort, while Samuel Ariyibi chipped in with 10 points, along with four steals and two blocks, reflecting a well-rounded effort to support his team.

The Panthers took control early in the game, with Jones leading the team with 11 points in the first half, helping to establish a commanding 47-19 lead by halftime. Aybar emerged as a standout during the second half, finishing with a team-high of 11 points in that period, solidifying FIU’s dominance throughout the match.