MIAMI (AP) Javaunte Hawkins had 15 points in Florida International's 95-74 victory against Florida National on Thursday.

Hawkins shot 5 for 12, including 5 for 10 from beyond the arc for the Panthers (2-0). Arturo Dean scored 14 points while going 5 of 8 and 2 of 4 from the free throw line. Denver Jones recorded 12 points and shot 4 of 8 from the field and 3 for 4 from the line.

Gabriel Casillas finished with 34 points, 16 rebounds and three steals for the Conquistadors (0-1). Ryan Sanchez added 19 points, six rebounds, five assists and two steals for Florida National. Matthew Robinson had 18 points and two steals.

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Florida International's next game is Tuesday against NC State on the road, and Florida National visits Bethune-Cookman on Monday.

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