Miami rallies past Stanford 79-70 as Reneau and Donaldson close strong in ACC play

Hurricanes turn late momentum into a nine-point win at Watsco Center

Miami used two decisive scoring bursts in the second half to pull away from Stanford and secure a 79-70 home victory on Wednesday night, January 28, 2026, in Atlantic Coast Conference play. The result moved the Hurricanes to 17-4 overall and 6-2 in the ACC, while Stanford fell to 14-7 and 3-5.

Forward Malik Reneau led Miami with 20 points, while guard Tre Donaldson added 18. Miami also received balanced contributions from Shelton Henderson and Tru Washington, who finished with 12 points apiece as the Hurricanes outscored Stanford 44-30 after halftime.

Second-half runs change the game’s trajectory

Stanford carried a 40-35 lead into the break after an efficient first half that included seven made 3-pointers on 14 attempts and 52% shooting from the field (16 of 31). Ebuka Okorie scored 11 of his 19 points before halftime, and Ryan Agarwal added nine of his 11 points in the opening period.

Miami’s response came in stages. An 11-2 run tied the game at 51 with 9:35 left, resetting the closing stretch after Stanford had controlled much of the first half. Soon after, a 3-pointer from Dante Allen helped ignite another 11-2 surge that pushed Miami in front 67-58 with 2:46 remaining. From there, Miami protected the lead at the free-throw line to finish out the win.

Key stat swing: Stanford’s efficiency drops after the break

The game’s statistical story split sharply by halves. After shooting 52% in the first half, Stanford cooled to 35.5% in the second (11 of 31). Miami, meanwhile, increased its efficiency after intermission, converting 14 of its 28 made field goals in the second half and generating enough stops to turn close possessions into a workable cushion.

• Miami leaders: Malik Reneau (20 points), Tre Donaldson (18), Shelton Henderson (12), Tru Washington (12)
• Stanford leaders: Ebuka Okorie (19 points), Benny Gealer (17), Ryan Agarwal (11), AJ Rohosy (10)

Roster context: Miami’s portal additions continue to shape outcomes

Reneau and Donaldson were both signed as transfers ahead of the 2025-26 season, joining Miami under first-year head coach Jai Lucas. Reneau arrived after three seasons at Indiana, while Donaldson joined after a season at Michigan that included a Big Ten Tournament title and a run to the Sweet Sixteen.

Up next: Stanford is scheduled to play at Florida State on Saturday, while Miami will host California on Saturday.