Tarleton State Texans Defeat UT Arlington Mavericks 69-63
Monday, December 29, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · College Park Center
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Who won Tarleton State Texans vs UT Arlington Mavericks?
Tarleton State Texans beat UT Arlington Mavericks 69-63 at College Park Center on December 29, 2025.
Who was favored in Tarleton State Texans vs UT Arlington Mavericks?
UT Arlington Mavericks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -148 (about 60% implied). The underdog won.
In a closely contested matchup, the Tarleton State Texans emerged victorious against the UT Arlington Mavericks, finishing the game with a score of 69-63. This victory marks an important moment for Tarleton State as they continue their strong performance this season, extending their winning streak to five games. The game took place at the College Park Center, home of the Mavericks, where UT Arlington holds a record of 8-5 for the season.
Both teams entered the game with differing recent forms. The Mavericks had a record of 7-3 in their last ten games, with an average of 72.5 points scored and 65.7 points allowed. They were coming off a win against the Oral Roberts Golden Eagles, where they won 69-57. However, their recent performance at home had been mixed, with a home record of 3-1 in their last four games. In contrast, the Texans had been on a roll, boasting an 8-2 record over their last ten games and averaging 82.7 points scored while allowing 65.2 points. Their most recent game resulted in a dominant 78-54 win against the Florida A&M Rattlers.
The matchup was particularly intriguing given the teams' previous encounters this season, where they split their two meetings. The Mavericks had won the last game on February 23, 2025, with a score of 67-57 at home, while the Texans had previously defeated them 77-74 on January 5, 2025, in Arlington. This history added an extra layer of competitiveness to the fixture.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any key players missing from either side, indicating that both teams were likely at full strength for this crucial game. The absence of injuries often plays a significant role in the dynamics of such matchups, allowing teams to field their best lineups.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Mavericks favored by 2.5 points, with a total set at 136.5. The odds reflected a competitive atmosphere, suggesting that the game could go either way, with the home team having a slight edge in the eyes of the bookmakers. The moneyline odds were -148.0 for UT Arlington and +124.0 for Tarleton State, indicating a belief in the Mavericks' potential to win, albeit narrowly.
Conditions during the game were not detailed in the block, but typically, factors such as crowd support at the College Park Center and the playing surface can influence the outcome. Fans of both teams were likely present, contributing to an electric atmosphere that often accompanies such rivalries.
Throughout the game, viewers witnessed several key scoring plays that highlighted the intensity of the contest. The Texans maintained their lead in the second half, with crucial contributions from players like DJ Dormu, who made a significant jumper to extend their lead to 66-63. As the game drew to a close, Kade Douglas sealed the victory with a pair of free throws, bringing the score to 69-63.
As the final buzzer sounded, the Texans celebrated their hard-fought victory, while the Mavericks faced a setback at home. The outcome not only impacts the standings but also sets the stage for future encounters as both teams look to solidify their positions in the league.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UTA -2.5 | 136.5 o -112 / u -108 | Tarleton State Texans +124 · UT Arlington Mavericks -148 |
Leaders
- PointsMarcell McCreary12UT Arlington Mavericks
- AssistsBahsil Laster3UT Arlington Mavericks
- ReboundsRaysean Seamster8UT Arlington Mavericks
- PointsCam McDowell23Tarleton State Texans
- AssistsDJ Dormu4Tarleton State Texans
- ReboundsChris Mpaka6Tarleton State Texans
Recent form
UT Arlington Mavericks
Last 10: 7-3Streak W172.5 scored · 65.7 allowed per game3-1 at home
- W69-57at Oral Roberts Golden EaglesDec 23
- L60-76at Stanford CardinalDec 18
- W58-50at UT Rio Grande Valley VaquerosDec 12
- L63-83at Arkansas State Red WolvesDec 3
- W66-61vs Stephen F. Austin LumberjacksNov 29
- W74-73at Weber State WildcatsNov 23
- L67-71vs Campbell Fighting CamelsNov 21
- W84-76at Evansville Purple AcesNov 19
- W67-49vs Missouri State BearsNov 15
- W117-61vs Arlington Baptist PatriotsNov 11
Tarleton State Texans
Last 10: 8-2Streak W482.7 scored · 65.2 allowed per game2-2 away
- W78-54vs Florida A&M RattlersDec 20
- W88-64at Mississippi Valley State Delta DevilsDec 17
- W93-63vs Cameron AggiesDec 7
- W119-54vs Howard Payne Yellow JacketsDec 4
- L58-76at Cincinnati BearcatsDec 2
- W67-57vs Midwestern State MustangsNov 28
- W90-74at Rice OwlsNov 21
- W77-54vs Angelo State RamsNov 18
- L81-94at Baylor BearsNov 15
- W76-62vs Merrimack WarriorsNov 12
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | Tarleton State Texans | UT Arlington Mavericks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 26-52 | 19-45 |
| Field goal % | 50 | 42 |
| Three-pointers | 4-13 | 5-16 |
| Three-point % | 31 | 31 |
| Free throws | 13-28 | 20-28 |
| Free throw % | 46 | 71 |
| Rebounds | 27 | 38 |
| Offensive rebounds | 7 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 20 | 28 |
| Assists | 13 | 11 |
| Steals | 11 | 2 |
| Blocks | 0 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 7 | 18 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 2 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 2 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 27 | 11 |
| Fast-break points | 19 | 5 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 26 |
| Fouls | 23 | 23 |
| Largest lead | 18 | 1 |
| Lead changes | 4 | 4 |
| Time in front | 91 | 3 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half35-31Raysean Seamster makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half35-32Raysean Seamster makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half35-34Raysean Seamster makes layup
- 2nd Half36-34Leroy Kelly IV makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half37-34Leroy Kelly IV makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half37-37Marcus Rigsby Jr. makes 29-foot three point jumper (Raysean Seamster assists)
- 2nd Half39-37Freddy Hicks makes 8-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half39-40Marcell McCreary makes 27-foot three point jumper (Cash Chavis assists)
- 2nd Half41-40Chris Mpaka makes layup
- 2nd Half43-40Chris Mpaka makes layup
- 2nd Half43-42Marcell McCreary makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half45-42Dior Johnson makes 16-foot jumper (Chris Mpaka assists)
- 2nd Half45-43Marcell McCreary makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half45-44Marcell McCreary makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half46-44Chris Mpaka makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half46-45Bahsil Laster makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-46Bahsil Laster makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half49-46Cam McDowell makes 25-foot three point jumper (DJ Dormu assists)
- 2nd Half50-46Freddy Hicks makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-49Jordan Lowery makes 24-foot three point jumper (Bahsil Laster assists)
- 2nd Half50-50Marcell McCreary makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-51Marcell McCreary makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-51Freddy Hicks makes layup (DJ Dormu assists)
- 2nd Half54-51Cam McDowell makes layup (DJ Dormu assists)
- 2nd Half56-51Cam McDowell makes layup
- 2nd Half56-53Jordan Lowery makes layup
- 2nd Half56-54Jordan Lowery makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half59-54Kade Douglas makes 26-foot three point jumper (Freddy Hicks assists)
- 2nd Half60-54Cam McDowell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-54Freddy Hicks makes layup (DJ Dormu assists)
- 2nd Half64-54Cam McDowell makes 2-foot dunk
- 2nd Half64-56Marcell McCreary makes 11-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half64-57Marcell McCreary makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half64-59Marcus Rigsby Jr. makes layup (Marcell McCreary assists)
- 2nd Half64-61Raysean Seamster makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half64-63Miles Goodman makes layup (Bahsil Laster assists)
- 2nd Half66-63DJ Dormu makes 15-foot jumper
- 2nd Half67-63DJ Dormu makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-63Kade Douglas makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-63Kade Douglas makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours UT Arlington Mavericks, below favours Tarleton State Texans.
Venue
- College Park CenterArlington, TX
- Attendance1482
- OfficialsChris Pacsi, Justin Albrecht, Grant Jeffres
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