Florida St defeats Jacksonville 87-63

Florida St Dominates Jacksonville in Statement Win

The Seminoles' 87-63 victory over visiting Jacksonville was a statement win in more ways than one, showcasing the team's dominance on both ends of the floor.

At halftime, the home crowd had witnessed a convincing 43-21 lead for Florida St. The difference only grew wider from there, with Florida St maintaining its 24-point advantage until the final buzzer.

Florida St's balanced attack was on full display, as Martin Somerville led the charge with 23 points on 5-10 three-point shooting and 50.0% field goal percentage. Alex Steen provided a strong supporting act, contributing 11 points, 9 rebounds, and an assist.

Alex Steen also led the Seminoles in rebounds and assists, cementing his importance to the team's success.

The Seminoles' defense was equally impressive, holding Jacksonville to just 21 points in the first half. The visitors struggled from beyond the arc, converting only one of four three-point attempts.

For Florida St, advanced metrics tell a similar story. The Seminoles boasted an effective field goal percentage (eFG%) of 54.9%, while their free throw rate was 42.6%. On the other end, Jacksonville's eFG% was just 44.2%.

The final margin of 24 points was the largest lead of the game, with Florida St holding a 32-point advantage at one point.

The win marks another significant non-conference victory for the Seminoles, who will look to build on this momentum as they move forward in their schedule.