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Jackson scores 20, Florida International takes down FGCU 89-83

Led by Zawdie Jackson's 20 points, the Florida International Panthers defeated the Florida Gulf Coast Eagles 89-83 on Wednesday

DECEMBER 4, 2025 • Associated Press

Florida International hosts FGCU after Ellerbee's 42-point game

FGCU visits the Florida International Panthers after Jordan Ellerbee scored 42 points in the Eagles' 102-100 overtime loss to the Kennesaw State Owls

DECEMBER 3, 2025 • Associated Press

Ellerbee leads FGCU against Florida International after 42-point game

FGCU faces the Florida International Panthers after Jordan Ellerbee scored 42 points in the Eagles' 102-100 overtime loss to the Kennesaw State Owls

DECEMBER 2, 2025 • Associated Press

Harris scores 24 as Florida International knocks off Omaha 74-61

Brit Harris scored 24 points off of the bench to lead the Florida International Panthers past the Omaha Mavericks 74-61

NOVEMBER 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Omaha visits Stephenson and Florida International

Florida International hosts the Omaha Mavericks after Corey Stephenson scored 25 points in Florida International's 80-72 loss to the James Madison Dukes

NOVEMBER 26, 2025 • Associated Press

Justin McBride has 26 points to lead James Madison past Florida International 80-72

Led by Justin McBride's 26 points, the James Madison Dukes defeated the Florida International Panthers 80-72

NOVEMBER 25, 2025 • Associated Press

Amarion Nimmers - Not playing Monday Nimmers (undisclosed) is out Monday against James Madison, per Kevin Barral of Fish on First.

Impact Nimmers will miss his second game of the season with an undisclosed issue. The The junior guard has been a bench piece for the Panthers this season and is averaging just 6.3 minutes per game.

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Eric Dibami - Good to go Dibami (foot) will play in Monday's game against JMU, Kevin Barral of the Miami Herald reports.

Impact Dibami has been dealing with an ankle injury he suffered Nov. 13 against LSU, but he's been cleared to take the floor Monday. In two full games, Dibami is averaging 5.0 points, 7.0 rebounds and 2.0 blocks across 23.5 minutes while being featured in the starting lineup.

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Zawdie Jackson - Healthy for JMU game Jackson (back) will play in Monday's game against James Madison, Kevin Barral of the Miami Herald reports.

Impact Jackson missed FIU's most recent game due to a minor back injury, but he's been cleared for Monday's contest. He returns to the starting lineup, a role in which he averaged 9.3 points, 3.7 assists, 3.3 rebounds and 2.7 steals across 25.7 minutes in FIU's first three games.

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Douglas leads James Madison against Florida International after 22-point showing

James Madison faces the Florida International Panthers after Bradley Douglas scored 22 points in James Madison's 81-75 win over the Towson Tigers

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • Associated Press

Douglas leads James Madison against Florida International after 22-point performance

James Madison takes on the Florida International Panthers after Bradley Douglas scored 22 points in James Madison's 81-75 victory over the Towson Tigers

NOVEMBER 23, 2025 • Associated Press

Zawdie Jackson - Out Tuesday Jackson (back) is out for Tuesday's game versus Fort Lauderdale, Kevin Barral of LemonCityLive.com reports.

Impact Jackson will miss Tuesday's contest due to a back injury, a decision being described as a "precaution." That indicates the injury is not very serious, a good sign for both him and the Panthers' program. His next chance to suit up is Monday versus James Madison.

NOVEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Eric Dibami - Won't play Monday Dibami (foot) won't play in Tuesday's game against Fort Lauderdale, Kevin Barral of Lemon City Live reports.

Impact Dibami suffered an ankle injury in FIU's most recent game but returned to finish the contest. He'll be unable to play Tuesday, though. his next chance to play will come Monday against JMU.

NOVEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Eric Dibami - Back for second half Dibami (ankle) will return for the second half of Thursday's game versus LSU, Kevin Barral of Paws up Podcast reports.

Impact Dibami was cleared to return after being declared as questionable to return. He'll look to help the Panthers pull off a road upset with them only trailing by five heading into the second half.

NOVEMBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Eric Dibami - Questionable to return Dibami is questionable to return to Thursday's game versus LSU due to an ankle injury, Kevin Barral of Paws up Podcast reports.

Impact Dibami suffered an ankle injury midway through the first half of Thursday's game and is now questionable to return as the two teams prepare for the second half. Olajuwon Ibrahim should be the main beneficiary of Dibami's minutes should the latter not be able to return.

NOVEMBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Larry Olayinka - 12 points, seven rebounds in loss Olayinka ended Saturday's 96-66 loss to Nebraska with 12 points (6-7 FG, 0-1 3Pt), seven rebounds, one block and one steal over 28 minutes.

Impact Olayinka was one of the only bright spots for the Panthers in the blowout loss, making all but one of his seven shots and logging his second straight game with seven rebounds. The 6-foot-9 starter has started off the season solidly, averaging 18.5 points, 7.0 rebounds, 3.5 steals and 1.0 blocks across two showings.

NOVEMBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Mast has triple-double, Sanford has 6 3s, Nebraska rolls FIU 96-66

Rienk Mast had 18 points, 12 rebounds and 10 assists for his first double-double and Nebraska rolled to a 96-66 over Florida International

NOVEMBER 8, 2025 • Associated Press

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NOVEMBER 8, 2025 • BUSTINGBRACKETS.COM

Nebraska hosts Florida International following Frager's 22-point performance

Nebraska hosts the Florida International Panthers after Braden Frager scored 22 points in Nebraska's 86-53 win over the West Georgia Wolves

NOVEMBER 8, 2025 • Associated Press

Nebraska vs. Florida International Prediction, How to Watch, Odds, Channel - Nov 8

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NOVEMBER 8, 2025 • Data Skrive

Nebraska vs. Florida International Prediction, How to Watch, Odds, Channel - Nov 8

Larry Olayinka scores 25 to lead Florida International to 101-49 win over NAIA's Florida National

Led by Larry Olayinka's 25 points, the Florida International Panthers defeated the Florida National Conquistadors 101-49 in a season opener

NOVEMBER 4, 2025 • Associated Press

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SEPTEMBER 23, 2025 • PANTHERS.COM

Hamed Olayinka - Headed to FIU Olayinka will transfer to Florida International, per Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports.

Impact Olayinka will now play for his third program in three years. He began his career at Utah Tech, and then transferred to Samford for his sophomore year where he actually saw his playing time dwindle. Now, the 6-foot-9 forward will step up a level in the sport with the Panthers, where he'll likely offer depth in FIU's backcourt.

JUNE 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ashton Williamson - Withdraws from portal Williamson has withdrawn from the portal and will return to FIU for the 2025-26 season, Kevin Barral of G5 Football Daily reports.

Impact Williamson has withdrawn his name from the transfer portal and will return to FIU, where he's expected to play a significant role. He was a big piece in his freshman season and will now be a nice addition to the rotation for the 2025-26 campaign. Williamson averaged 7.3 points, 2.5 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 1.6 steals on 24.2 minutes per game (33 games) in 2024-25.

JUNE 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Amarion Nimmers - Lands at FIU Nimmer has committed to joining Florida International for the 2025-26 season, PortalUpdates reports.

Impact Nimmers joins his first D1 school after playing last season at UTampa. The 6-foot-2 guard averaged 14.2 points, 3.5 rebounds and 1.3 assists during the 2024-25 campaign. He will fight to secure a role for the upcoming season.

MAY 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Jackson scores 20, Florida International takes down FGCU 89-83

Florida International hosts FGCU after Ellerbee's 42-point game

Ellerbee leads FGCU against Florida International after 42-point game

Harris scores 24 as Florida International knocks off Omaha 74-61

Omaha visits Stephenson and Florida International

Justin McBride has 26 points to lead James Madison past Florida International 80-72

Douglas leads James Madison against Florida International after 22-point showing

Douglas leads James Madison against Florida International after 22-point performance

Mast has triple-double, Sanford has 6 3s, Nebraska rolls FIU 96-66

Nebraska hosts Florida International following Frager's 22-point performance

Nebraska vs. Florida International Prediction, How to Watch, Odds, Channel - Nov 8

Larry Olayinka scores 25 to lead Florida International to 101-49 win over NAIA's Florida National