Abilene Christian Wildcats @ UT Arlington Mavericks
| 1 | 2 | T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 34 | 37 | 71 | |
UTA | 41 | 45 | 86 |
Gordon scores 16 as UT Arlington knocks off Abilene Christian 86-71
ARLINGTON, Texas -- — DaJuan Gordon had 16 points in UT Arlington's 86-71 win against Abilene Christian on Wednesday night in a Western Athletic Conference opener.
Gordon also added five assists and four steals for the Mavericks (4-3). Brandyn Talbot scored 14 points while going 5 of 8 (4 for 6 from 3-point range). Akili Vining shot 5 for 9 (2 for 4 from 3-point range) and 2 of 3 from the free throw line to finish with 14 points.
Hunter Jack Madden led the way for the Wildcats (3-4) with 19 points, seven assists and three steals. Airion Simmons added 17 points for Abilene Christian. In addition, Ali Abdou Dibba had 14 points, seven rebounds and two steals.
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Game Information
Arlington, TX
Referee:Brad Ferrie
Referee:Doug Sturdivan
Referee:James Ford
2025-26 Standings
| Western Athletic Conference | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utah Valley | 14-4 | - | 25-9 |
| California Baptist | 13-5 | 1 | 25-9 |
| Utah Tech | 11-7 | 3 | 19-15 |
| UT Arlington | 9-9 | 5 | 18-14 |
| Southern Utah | 6-12 | 8 | 10-22 |
| Tarleton State | 5-13 | 9 | 14-18 |
| Abilene Christian | 5-13 | 9 | 14-19 |
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