The UCF Knights men’s basketball team has been making waves in the Big 12 Conference this season
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. Known for their resilience and competitive spirit, the Knights have had some memorable games and standout performances
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. One of the most recent highlights was their nail-biting match against the Houston Cougars on January 18, 2025
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In this game, the Knights came incredibly close to pulling off an upset against the No
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. The game ended with a heart-stopping score of 69-68 in favor of Houston, with J’Wan Roberts scoring the game-winning layup with just 1.1 seconds left on the clock
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. Despite the loss, the Knights showed great determination and fought hard until the final buzzer
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Freshman center Moustapha Thiam was a standout player for the Knights, returning from an illness to score a team-high 18 points
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. His performance was crucial in keeping the Knights competitive throughout the game
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. Keyshawn Hall also made a significant impact, nearly securing a win with a potential game-winning layup in the final seconds
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The Knights’ season has been a mix of highs and lows, with impressive victories like their 95-89 win over Arizona State on January 15, 2025, where Keyshawn Hall scored a career-high 40 points
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Despite the challenges, the Knights have shown great potential and continue to improve with each game
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. Their next challenge is against the Iowa State Cyclones on January 21, 2025
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. This game will be another opportunity for the Knights to prove themselves and climb the ranks in the Big 12 Conference
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For more updates and highlights, you can check out the official UCF Knights men’s basketball page on ESPN here
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