Southern Utah Tops UT Arlington in Close Contest
Saturday, February 14, 2026, 3:00 PM ET · College Park Center
Southern Utah Thunderbirds 78, UT Arlington Mavericks 73, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Southern Utah Thunderbirds vs UT Arlington Mavericks?
Southern Utah Thunderbirds beat UT Arlington Mavericks 78-73 at College Park Center on February 14, 2026.
Who was favored in Southern Utah Thunderbirds vs UT Arlington Mavericks?
UT Arlington Mavericks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -425 (about 81% implied). The underdog won.
In a thrilling matchup, the Southern Utah Thunderbirds defeated the UT Arlington Mavericks 78-73 at the College Park Center. This victory marks a significant achievement for Southern Utah, who improved their record to 10-17, while UT Arlington fell to 14-12. The game showcased a competitive spirit, with both teams battling hard throughout the contest.
Southern Utah entered the game with a record of 9-17, having won four of their last ten games, but they were on a two-game losing streak. Their recent form included a loss to California Baptist on February 13, where they fell 66-83, and a narrow defeat to Tarleton State, 59-62, on February 8. In their last five games, Southern Utah averaged 71.2 points scored and allowed 80.6 points. Their away record stood at 1-4, indicating struggles on the road.
On the other hand, UT Arlington had a record of 14-11 and was also in a tough stretch, losing their last four games leading up to this contest. Their recent performances included a loss to Abilene Christian, 63-67, on February 13, and a defeat against Utah Valley, 60-81, on February 7. In their last five games, they averaged 72.8 points scored and allowed 76.6 points. At home, they had a record of 3-1, but their recent form suggested challenges in maintaining momentum.
The two teams had met previously this season, with UT Arlington winning both encounters. In their last matchup on January 30, UT Arlington secured an 80-61 victory at home. Historically, UT Arlington has had the upper hand in their recent meetings, holding a 3-1 record against Southern Utah over the last two seasons.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but injuries can often play a crucial role in the dynamics of a game. The absence of key players can significantly impact a team's performance, and both squads would have been looking to field their strongest lineups.
The betting lines from DraftKings indicated that UT Arlington was favored by 8.5 points, with a total set at 143.5. The odds reflected the expectation that UT Arlington would perform well at home, despite their recent struggles.
Conditions during the game were typical for a mid-February evening, with both teams looking to capitalize on their strengths. Southern Utah's ability to score from the perimeter was evident, particularly with Jordan Lowery's contributions, including a crucial three-point shot in the second half that helped extend their lead.
As the game unfolded, Southern Utah's resilience shone through. They executed their game plan effectively, managing to maintain a lead in the final moments. Key plays included a series of free throws by Lowery and Tanner Hayhurst, which helped to seal the victory. The final scoring plays illustrated Southern Utah's ability to capitalize on free throw opportunities, a critical aspect of their late-game strategy.
Overall, this game was a testament to the competitive nature of college basketball, showcasing how teams can shift momentum and the importance of execution in crucial moments.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UTA -8.5 | 143.5 o -108 / u -112 | Southern Utah Thunderbirds +330 · UT Arlington Mavericks -425 |
Leaders
- PointsMarcell McCreary16UT Arlington Mavericks
- AssistsCash Chavis5UT Arlington Mavericks
- ReboundsRaysean Seamster5UT Arlington Mavericks
- PointsElijah Duval20Southern Utah Thunderbirds
- AssistsElijah Duval3Southern Utah Thunderbirds
- ReboundsIsaiah Cottrell9Southern Utah Thunderbirds
Recent form
UT Arlington Mavericks
Last 10: 5-5Streak L473.3 scored · 73.4 allowed per game3-1 at home
- L63-67at Abilene Christian WildcatsFeb 13
- L60-81at Utah Valley WolverinesFeb 7
- L84-87at Utah Tech TrailblazersFeb 6
- L77-87vs California Baptist LancersJan 31
- W80-61vs Southern Utah ThunderbirdsJan 30
- W71-64vs Tarleton State TexansJan 22
- L74-86at Utah Valley WolverinesJan 17
- W56-52at Utah Tech TrailblazersJan 16
- W82-72vs Abilene Christian WildcatsJan 10
- W86-77at Southern Utah ThunderbirdsJan 4
Southern Utah Thunderbirds
Last 10: 4-6Streak L274.7 scored · 77.7 allowed per game1-4 away
- L66-83vs California Baptist LancersFeb 13
- L59-62vs Tarleton State TexansFeb 8
- W79-76at Abilene Christian WildcatsJan 31
- L61-80at UT Arlington MavericksJan 30
- L91-102at Utah Tech TrailblazersJan 25
- W84-70vs Utah Valley WolverinesJan 22
- W74-52vs Abilene Christian WildcatsJan 18
- W106-105vs Tarleton State TexansJan 16
- L55-58at California Baptist LancersJan 11
- L72-89at Utah Valley WolverinesJan 9
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portland State | 20-11 | - | 13-5 |
| Montana State | 18-14 | 1 | 12-6 |
| Eastern Washington | 14-19 | 2 | 11-7 |
| Northern Colorado | 20-12 | 3 | 10-8 |
| Montana | 18-16 | 3 | 10-8 |
| Weber State | 16-16 | 3 | 10-8 |
| Idaho | 21-15 | 4 | 9-9 |
| Sacramento State | 10-21 | 8 | 6-12 |
| Idaho State | 13-20 | 8 | 5-13 |
| Northern Arizona | 10-22 | 9 | 4-14 |
| Utah Valley | 25-9 | - | 14-4 |
| California Baptist | 25-9 | 1 | 13-5 |
| Utah Tech | 19-15 | 2 | 11-7 |
| UT Arlington | 18-14 | 5 | 9-9 |
| Southern Utah | 10-22 | 7 | 6-12 |
| Tarleton State | 14-18 | 9 | 5-13 |
| Abilene Christian | 14-19 | 9 | 5-13 |
Box score
| Stat | Southern Utah Thunderbirds | UT Arlington Mavericks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 28-52 | 24-59 |
| Field goal % | 54 | 41 |
| Three-pointers | 6-18 | 5-15 |
| Three-point % | 33 | 33 |
| Free throws | 16-23 | 20-29 |
| Free throw % | 70 | 69 |
| Rebounds | 38 | 28 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 29 | 16 |
| Assists | 16 | 13 |
| Steals | 2 | 9 |
| Blocks | 6 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 16 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 10 | 25 |
| Fast-break points | 12 | 17 |
| Points in the paint | 32 | 34 |
| Fouls | 20 | 21 |
| Largest lead | 12 | 2 |
| Lead changes | 6 | 6 |
| Time in front | 87 | 9 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half46-43Logan Stephens makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half47-43Logan Stephens makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half47-46Jordan Lowery makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot (Bahsil Laster assists)
- 2nd Half49-46Tanner Hayhurst makes layup (Elijah Duval assists)
- 2nd Half49-48Marcus Rigsby Jr. makes driving layup (Marcell McCreary assists)
- 2nd Half49-50Marcus Rigsby Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half52-50Dylan Jones makes 23-foot three point jumper (Tanner Hayhurst assists)
- 2nd Half54-50Dylan Jones makes 11-foot jumper (Tanner Hayhurst assists)
- 2nd Half54-52Raysean Seamster makes 4-foot alley oop dunk (Cash Chavis assists)
- 2nd Half56-52Elijah Duval makes driving layup
- 2nd Half56-54Miles Goodman makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half57-54Jaiden Feroah makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-54Jaiden Feroah makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-54Elijah Duval makes 24-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half61-57Marcell McCreary makes 26-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half63-57Kai Burdick makes layup (Elijah Duval assists)
- 2nd Half63-58Bahsil Laster makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-59Bahsil Laster makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-59Dylan Jones makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half65-59Dylan Jones makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half65-61Marcus Rigsby Jr. makes 13-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half66-61Elijah Duval makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-61Elijah Duval makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-61Jaiden Feroah makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-61Jaiden Feroah makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-61Elijah Duval makes driving layup (Isaiah Cottrell assists)
- 2nd Half73-61Elijah Duval makes driving layup
- 2nd Half73-62Tyran Mason makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half73-64Marcus Rigsby Jr. makes driving layup
- 2nd Half73-66Raysean Seamster makes 5-foot dunk
- 2nd Half74-66Elijah Duval makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-66Elijah Duval makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-67Jordan Lowery makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-68Jordan Lowery makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-68Isaiah Cottrell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-71Jordan Lowery makes 26-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half77-71Tanner Hayhurst makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half77-72Jordan Lowery makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half77-73Jordan Lowery makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half78-73Logan Stephens makes free throw 1 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours UT Arlington Mavericks, below favours Southern Utah Thunderbirds.
Venue
- College Park CenterArlington, TX
- Attendance1152
- OfficialsJohn St. Clair, Nomi Kidwai, Akin Moss
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