UAB's trip to the UTSA Convocation Center on January 28 yielded the expected result, as the Blazers outpaced Texas at San Antonio 83-73. While the 10-point margin was slightly narrower than the 13.3 points predicted by CHD Scout, the outcome was never truly in doubt. UAB's balanced offense and stout defense proved too much for the Roadrunners to handle.
The first half saw UAB establish a slim 38-36 lead, with Daniel Rivera and Chance Westry setting the tone for the Blazers. Rivera, who finished with 17 points and 7 rebounds, was a force to be reckoned with in the paint, while Westry's 14 points and 6 assists showed his versatility. On the other side, Brent Moss led the charge for UTSA, scoring 19 points and grabbing 7 rebounds. Moss's efforts, along with 18 points from Jamir Simpson, kept the Roadrunners within striking distance.
The second half belonged to UAB, as the Blazers outscored UTSA 45-37. Jacob Meyer's 13 points and 6 rebounds provided a significant boost, helping UAB pull away from their hosts. Despite Baboucarr Njie's 13 points and 7 rebounds for UTSA, the Roadrunners were unable to mount a serious comeback. UAB's defense, which had been solid throughout, clamped down in the final minutes to secure the 10-point victory.
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The win, while not an upset, reinforces UAB's position as a formidable opponent. With a record of 13-8, the Blazers continue to build a strong resume, particularly with this Quad 4 win. For UTSA, the loss drops them to 4-17, and the Quad 3 defeat will do little to bolster their tournament hopes.
CHD Scout's prediction of a 13.3-point UAB victory proved accurate, if slightly off in terms of the final margin. The Blazers' performance, however, was a reflection of their depth and cohesion. With multiple players contributing on both ends of the floor, UAB demonstrated why they are a team to watch in the coming weeks.
As the season progresses, UAB's resume will be scrutinized, and this win will be viewed as a solid, if unspectacular, addition. The Blazers' current net ranking of 121 will likely remain relatively stable, but the victory will help to cement their position as a potential tournament contender. For UTSA, the loss serves as a reminder of the challenges they face in terms of tournament aspirations, with their net ranking of 350 making a postseason berth increasingly unlikely.