{"id":38674,"date":"2026-01-29T01:16:35","date_gmt":"2026-01-29T05:16:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/red94.net\/news\/stanford-vs-miami-79-70-last-night-reneau-leads-canes-in-acc-win\/"},"modified":"2026-01-29T01:16:54","modified_gmt":"2026-01-29T05:16:54","slug":"48253-stanford-vs-miami-79-70-last-night-reneau-leads-canes-in-acc-win","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/red94.net\/news\/48253-stanford-vs-miami-79-70-last-night-reneau-leads-canes-in-acc-win\/","title":{"rendered":"Stanford vs Miami 79-70 last night, Reneau leads Canes in ACC win"},"content":{"rendered":"

Miami’s stunning second-half rally finished Stanford<\/b> in a 79-70 victory<\/b> that keeps the Hurricanes climbing the ACC mountain. Behind Malik Reneau’s 20-point performance<\/b>, the Canes dominated the final seven minutes to seal their crucial conference win last night.<\/p>\n

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\ud83d\udd25 Quick Facts<\/h3>\n
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  • Final Score<\/b>: Miami 79<\/b>, Stanford 70<\/b> on January 28, 2026<\/li>\n
  • Reneau’s Game<\/b>: 20 points, 5 rebounds, 3 assists<\/b> on efficient 6-10 shooting<\/b><\/li>\n
  • Donaldson’s Spark<\/b>: 18 points<\/b> with 2-for-4 from three-point range<\/b><\/li>\n
  • ACC Standings Impact<\/b>: Miami improves to 5-2 in conference play<\/b>, Stanford falls to 3-4<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n

    The Comeback Kitchen: How Miami Erased the Deficit<\/h2>\n

    Stanford built a dangerous 47-38 lead<\/b> at one critical juncture, forcing Miami’s coaching staff into timeout huddles. The Cardinal seemed positioned to steal a road victory in Coral Gables. But the Hurricanes had other plans<\/b>. Three early Stanford turnovers<\/b> sparked a 7-0 Miami run<\/b> that shifted momentum decisively. Reneau’s muscle<\/b> in the paint combined with Donaldson’s perimeter stroke<\/b> turned the tide completely. Miami made half of its 28 field goals<\/b> after the break, completely flipping the game’s rhythm.<\/p>\n

    The final seven minutes belonged to Miami entirely<\/b>. Stanford’s offense sputtered, and the Hurricanes’ defensive intensity suffocated the Cardinal<\/b> with 71-61 with just 1:20 remaining<\/b>. Missed opportunities down the stretch sealed Stanford’s fate in what became a statement ACC victory.<\/p>\n

    Malik Reneau: The Efficient Closer<\/h2>\n

    Malik Reneau<\/b> continues his emergence as a top-tier ACC forward<\/b>. The All-ACC caliber talent<\/b> shot an impressive 60 percent from the floor<\/b>, controlling both ends. His five rebounds and three assists<\/b> proved he’s far more than a volume scorer<\/b>. Over his recent stretch, Reneau averages nearly 20 points across his last five outings<\/b>, establishing himself as the clear leader of Coach Jai Lucas’s young squad<\/b>.<\/p>\n

    Defensively, Reneau also impacted the game<\/b>, picking up Stanford players in transition and helping Miami’s bigs rotate coverage. His high basketball IQ<\/b> and improved outside range<\/b> make him a nightmare matchup for opposing ACC centers. Tournament scouts are definitely taking notice<\/b> of his mid-season trajectory.<\/p>\n

    Game Comparison: Stanford vs. Miami<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
    Factor<\/td>\nMiami<\/td>\nStanford<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Final Score<\/td>\n79<\/b><\/td>\n70<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Overall Record<\/td>\n16-4<\/b><\/td>\n14-6<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Conference Record<\/td>\n5-2 ACC<\/b><\/td>\n3-4 ACC<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Leading Scorer<\/td>\nMalik Reneau (20)<\/b><\/td>\nTBA<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n

    “Miami pulled away inside the final seven minutes to beat Stanford 79-70 as the Hurricanes’ dominance down the stretch proved decisive.”<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

    \u2014 AP Sports<\/b>, Game Coverage<\/p>\n

    ACC Tournament Resume Building: Miami’s Path Forward<\/h2>\n

    This win dramatically improves Miami’s tournament credentials<\/b>. The Hurricanes now boast a 5-2 ACC record<\/b> through early conference play, positioning themselves solidly in tournament position<\/b> with significant schedule remaining. Coach Jai Lucas has this team playing with confidence<\/b>, and road wins like Stanford matter enormously<\/b> in March selection meetings. The Hurricanes’ defense is elite<\/b>, holding Stanford to just 70 points<\/b>, which reflects the improved defensive intensity<\/b> that defines this unit.<\/p>\n

    Miami hosts several quality opponents ahead<\/b>, and if they continue winning<\/b>, expect the national conversation around the Hurricanes to intensify significantly. Reneau’s breakout season<\/b> combined with Donaldson’s scoring punch<\/b> gives this team legitimate Final Four potential<\/b> if they can maintain this trajectory.<\/p>\n

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