Tallahassee, Fla.-Georgia State fell at Florida State, 62-55, Tuesday at the Tucker Center. Joe Dukes scored 22 points for the Panthers (5-6), who rallied from 17 points down in the second half against the much taller Seminoles to pull within four points in the final two minutes.

Solomon Alabi led Florida State (8-2) with a career-high 22 points as the 7-1 center went 8-for-9 from the field and 6-for-8 at the line.

"You're always disappointed with a loss, but I'm proud of our kids for the effort they gave," said GSU head coach Rod Barnes.

"Florida State may be the tallest, most long and athletic team I've ever coached against. Early in the game, we were a little overwhelmed by their size and athletic ability, but then we settled down.