UT Arlington Mavericks Defeat Southern Utah Thunderbirds 69-63
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 9:00 PM ET · Orleans Arena
UT Arlington Mavericks 69, Southern Utah Thunderbirds 63, 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?
UT Arlington Mavericks beat Southern Utah Thunderbirds 69-63 at Orleans Arena on March 12, 2026.
Who was favored in Southern Utah Thunderbirds vs UT Arlington Mavericks?
UT Arlington Mavericks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -225 (about 69% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the UT Arlington Mavericks emerged victorious against the Southern Utah Thunderbirds with a final score of 69-63. This game was played at the Orleans Arena and showcased the Mavericks' ability to close out a game effectively, especially after a challenging stretch of performances. The Mavericks improved their record to 19-13, while the Thunderbirds fell to 10-23.
The Mavericks entered this game with a mixed bag of results in their last ten outings, holding a record of 3-7. However, they were on a two-game winning streak, having recently defeated the Abilene Christian Wildcats and the Tarleton State Texans. In those games, they averaged 65.9 points scored but allowed 70.1 points, indicating some defensive vulnerabilities. At home, the Mavericks had struggled with a record of 1-3 in their last four games, but their recent victories seemed to provide a boost in confidence.
On the other hand, the Southern Utah Thunderbirds were also grappling with inconsistency, sporting a record of 3-7 in their last ten games and currently on a two-game losing streak. They had averaged 74.4 points scored but allowed a concerning 78.0 points per game during that stretch. The Thunderbirds' away record was 2-3 in their last five games, which reflected their struggles in hostile environments.
In terms of head-to-head matchups, the Mavericks had a slight edge over the Thunderbirds, holding a 3-2 record in their last five meetings. Their most recent encounter prior to this game was on February 14, 2026, where the Mavericks lost 73-78 at home. However, they had previously defeated the Thunderbirds 80-61 just a few weeks earlier, which may have provided motivation for the Mavericks in this contest.
Injury concerns were minimal for both teams, allowing them to field their strongest lineups. This factor likely contributed to the competitive nature of the game. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Mavericks favored by 4.5 points, with a total set at 141.5 points. The odds reflected a belief in a closely matched game, and the final score confirmed that sentiment.
The game conditions were standard for a neutral site, with both teams having to adjust to the environment of the Orleans Arena. Fans were treated to a display of competitive basketball, with both teams exchanging leads throughout the game. The Mavericks were able to capitalize on free throw opportunities in the closing moments, with players like Jordan Lowery and Bahsil Laster contributing crucial points from the charity stripe.
As the game progressed, the Mavericks maintained a slight edge, and a pivotal moment came when Jaiden Feroah made a 44-foot three-point jumper, extending the Mavericks' lead to six points late in the second half. This shot proved to be a dagger for the Thunderbirds, who struggled to respond in the final minutes.
Overall, the Mavericks' ability to execute down the stretch and their strong free-throw shooting were key factors in their victory. The Thunderbirds fought hard but ultimately could not overcome the Mavericks' late-game execution. Fans and analysts will likely look back at this game as a turning point for the Mavericks as they head into the postseason.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UTA -4.5 | 141.5 o -105 / u -115 | Southern Utah Thunderbirds +185 · UT Arlington Mavericks -225 |
Leaders
- PointsMarcell McCreary18UT Arlington Mavericks
- AssistsJordan Lowery4UT Arlington Mavericks
- ReboundsRaysean Seamster12UT Arlington Mavericks
- PointsJaiden Feroah22Southern Utah Thunderbirds
- AssistsKai Burdick3Southern Utah Thunderbirds
- ReboundsKai Burdick9Southern Utah Thunderbirds
Recent form
UT Arlington Mavericks
Last 10: 3-7Streak W265.9 scored · 70.1 allowed per game1-3 at home
- W64-57at Abilene Christian WildcatsMar 8
- W65-60at Tarleton State TexansMar 6
- L56-68at California Baptist LancersFeb 27
- L54-66vs Utah Valley WolverinesFeb 21
- W63-50vs Utah Tech TrailblazersFeb 20
- L73-78vs Southern Utah ThunderbirdsFeb 14
- L63-67at Abilene Christian WildcatsFeb 13
- L60-81at Utah Valley WolverinesFeb 7
- L84-87at Utah Tech TrailblazersFeb 6
- L77-87vs California Baptist LancersJan 31
Southern Utah Thunderbirds
Last 10: 3-7Streak L274.4 scored · 78 allowed per game2-3 away
- L75-82vs California Baptist LancersMar 8
- L88-92vs Utah Valley WolverinesMar 6
- W81-67vs Utah Tech TrailblazersMar 1
- L83-87at Abilene Christian WildcatsFeb 21
- L74-78at Tarleton State TexansFeb 20
- W78-73at UT Arlington MavericksFeb 14
- L66-83vs California Baptist LancersFeb 13
- L59-62vs Tarleton State TexansFeb 8
- W79-76at Abilene Christian WildcatsJan 31
- L61-80at UT Arlington MavericksJan 30
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 | 25-64 | 24-70 |
| Field goal % | 39 | 34 |
| Three-pointers | 6-31 | 3-17 |
| Three-point % | 19 | 18 |
| Free throws | 7-10 | 18-23 |
| Free throw % | 70 | 78 |
| Rebounds | 40 | 50 |
| Offensive rebounds | 11 | 20 |
| Defensive rebounds | 29 | 30 |
| Assists | 11 | 8 |
| Steals | 3 | 12 |
| Blocks | 6 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 4 | 15 |
| Fast-break points | 10 | 19 |
| Points in the paint | 36 | 40 |
| Fouls | 17 | 11 |
| Largest lead | 5 | 12 |
| Lead changes | 8 | 8 |
| Time in front | 14 | 79 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half28-35Marcell McCreary makes layup
- 2nd Half30-35Kai Burdick makes 9-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half30-37Marcell McCreary makes driving layup
- 2nd Half30-40Jordan Lowery makes 24-foot three point jumper (Bahsil Laster assists)
- 2nd Half30-42Cash Chavis makes driving layup
- 2nd Half33-42Jaiden Feroah makes 28-foot three point jumper (Elijah Duval assists)
- 2nd Half35-42Jaiden Feroah makes layup
- 2nd Half35-45Jordan Lowery makes 27-foot three point jumper (Bahsil Laster assists)
- 2nd Half37-45Isaiah Cottrell makes layup (Jaiden Feroah assists)
- 2nd Half37-46Bahsil Laster makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half37-47Bahsil Laster makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half37-48Marcell McCreary makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half37-49Marcell McCreary makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half39-49Elijah Duval makes 7-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half40-49Kai Burdick makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half41-49Kai Burdick makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half43-49Jaiden Feroah makes layup (Kai Burdick assists)
- 2nd Half43-52Marcell McCreary makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jordan Lowery assists)
- 2nd Half43-54Cash Chavis makes 3-foot dunk (Raysean Seamster assists)
- 2nd Half45-54Elijah Duval makes layup (Dylan Jones assists)
- 2nd Half47-54Elijah Duval makes 8-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half49-54Elijah Duval makes 7-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half49-56Cash Chavis makes driving layup
- 2nd Half51-56Dylan Jones makes 11-foot jumper (Kai Burdick assists)
- 2nd Half51-57Marcell McCreary makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-57Elijah Duval makes 26-foot three point jumper (Kai Burdick assists)
- 2nd Half54-59Miles Goodman makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half54-61Cash Chavis makes driving layup
- 2nd Half56-61Dylan Jones makes layup
- 2nd Half56-63Jordan Lowery makes layup
- 2nd Half58-63Jaiden Feroah makes layup
- 2nd Half58-64Marcell McCreary makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-65Marcell McCreary makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-65Jaiden Feroah makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-65Jaiden Feroah makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-66Bahsil Laster makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-67Bahsil Laster makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-68Jordan Lowery makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-69Jordan Lowery makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-69Jaiden Feroah makes 44-foot three point jumper
Win probability
Above the line favours UT Arlington Mavericks, below favours Southern Utah Thunderbirds.
Venue
- Orleans ArenaLas Vegas, NV
- Attendance1029
- OfficialsRick Crawford, Glen Mayberry, Robert Felder
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