FSU basketball opens home season with win over Troy

Florida State University improved to 2-0 in the early basketball season with a 91-68 victory against Troy on November 6 at the Donald L. Tucker Center. The Seminoles fought through a shaky offensive start, eventually pulling away for the win. Marcis Ponder contributed significantly, earning a double-double with 10 points and 10 rebounds. Sebastian Rancik led the team with 18 points, while Shon Abaev scored a team-high 20 points along with seven rebounds and six assists. The Seminoles succeeded in dominating the rebounding battle, finishing 46-21. Florida State now looks to build on this performance as it continues its season under new head coach Luke Loucks.

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