In its first televised game on the Sun Belt Network this season, FAU suffered another blowout loss, as Arkansas State won handily, 74-56. On Wednesday, the Owls lost 77-45 to Arkansas-Little Rock.

The Owls’ second consecutive defeat — and fourth in its last six games — came despite three players reaching double figures.

Forward Chenise Miller had a productive night, scoring 13 points (shy of her 14.4 per game average) and collecting nine rebounds.

Guard Breana Turner had 10 points (on 4-10 shooting) and four rebounds.

Guard Kimberly Smith rounded out the trifecta with 10 points (4-10 from the field), four rebounds, two assists, and two steals in a team-high 39 minutes of play.

However, the rest of FAU’s squad — nine players — did little to support their surrounding cast, combining for just 23 points.

Also, the Owls never seemed to establish a rhythm or lead against the Red Wolves. Other than the opening basket, they were in the catch-up mode the entire night.

FAU kept it relatively close, trailing 34-30 at the half, but Arkansas State pulled away in a dominant final 20 minutes.

The Owls’ loss can be attributed to various mistakes, including a game-high 18 fouls which sent Arkansas State to the free-throw line a total of 34 times. FAU also committed 18 turnovers, letting the Red Wolves add to the scoreboard with second-chance opportunities and 40 second half points.

Overall, FAU shot a lackluster 39 percent from the field (23-59), 14 percent from 3-point range (3-21), and were outrebounded 42-36, factors that had a significant impact in the outcome.

The Owls take on ULM at The Burrow on Wednesday, Jan. 30 at 7 p.m.