NCAAB · Final

UAB Blazers Defeat Memphis Tigers 78-67

Sunday, February 22, 2026, 12:00 PM ET · FedExForum

UAB Blazers 78, Memphis Tigers 67, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won UAB Blazers vs Memphis Tigers?

UAB Blazers beat Memphis Tigers 78-67 at FedExForum on February 22, 2026.

Who was favored in UAB Blazers vs Memphis Tigers?

Memphis Tigers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -250 (about 71% implied). The underdog won.

In a compelling matchup at FedExForum, the UAB Blazers secured a 78-67 victory over the Memphis Tigers, marking their fifth consecutive win against Memphis in head-to-head meetings. This result continues UAB's dominance over Memphis, as they have now won all four encounters in the current season and the previous one. The Blazers' recent form has been solid, with a record of 6-4 over their last ten games, while Memphis has struggled, managing only four wins in the same span, with a current losing streak of three games.

Memphis entered the game with a home record of 12-15, while UAB boasted a stronger 18-10 record overall. The Tigers' recent performance has been concerning, as they averaged 76.5 points scored and allowed over their last ten games, but their last five games showed a slight decline in scoring, averaging 75.4 points while allowing 79.2. In contrast, UAB averaged 73.2 points scored and 73.5 allowed in their last ten games, with their last five games reflecting a scoring average of 69.8 points and allowing 68.8.

The game featured several notable scoring plays, including a driving layup by Sincere Parker, which extended UAB's lead to 73-63 in the second half. Memphis attempted to rally back, but UAB maintained control, highlighted by Chance Westry's successful free throws that pushed the score to 78-65 before Curtis Givens III scored for Memphis, bringing the final tally to 78-67.

In terms of home and away performances, Memphis had a home record of 3-1 in their last four home games, while UAB was 5-0 in their last five away games, showcasing their ability to perform on the road. The odds from DraftKings prior to the game indicated Memphis as a 5.5-point favorite, with a total set at 152.5, reflecting the expectation of a competitive matchup.

The conditions at FedExForum were typical for a late February basketball game, with both teams looking to gain momentum as the season progresses. The injury picture did not significantly impact either team for this game, allowing both squads to field their best players.

Viewers were treated to a display of skill and strategy, with UAB's ability to capitalize on Memphis's defensive lapses being a key factor in their victory. As the season continues, UAB's performance against Memphis serves as a reminder of their strength in this matchup, while Memphis will need to regroup and address their recent struggles.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	MEM -5.5	152.5 o -110 / u -110	UAB Blazers +205 · Memphis Tigers -250

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Leaders

PointsDug McDaniel19Memphis Tigers
AssistsDug McDaniel3Memphis Tigers
ReboundsJulius Thedford8Memphis Tigers
PointsChance Westry23UAB Blazers
AssistsChance Westry6UAB Blazers
ReboundsEvan Chatman8UAB Blazers

Recent form

Memphis Tigers

Last 10: 4-6Streak L376.5 scored · 76.5 allowed per game3-1 at home

L66-87at South Florida BullsFeb 20
L75-99at Utah State AggiesFeb 15
L69-76at North Texas Mean GreenFeb 13
W77-54vs Charlotte 49ersFeb 8
W90-80at UAB BlazersFeb 6
L76-78vs Tulane Green WaveFeb 1
W92-65vs Florida Atlantic OwlsJan 30
L59-74at Wichita State ShockersJan 24
L66-83at Tulsa Golden HurricaneJan 22
W95-69vs UTSA RoadrunnersJan 18

UAB Blazers

Last 10: 6-4Streak W173.2 scored · 73.5 allowed per game5-0 away

W76-71at Temple OwlsFeb 19
L54-55vs Tulane Green WaveFeb 15
W68-63at Tulsa Golden HurricaneFeb 12
W71-65vs Rice OwlsFeb 8
L80-90vs Memphis TigersFeb 6
W72-68at North Texas Mean GreenFeb 1
W83-73at UTSA RoadrunnersJan 29
L69-82vs South Florida BullsJan 23
L77-99vs Tulsa Golden HurricaneJan 18
W82-69at Tulane Green WaveJan 15

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
South Florida	25-9	-	15-3
Tulsa	30-8	2	13-5
Wichita State	24-12	2	13-5
UAB	20-12	4	11-7
North Texas	19-14	6	9-9
Florida Atlantic	18-15	6	9-9
Charlotte	17-17	6	9-9
Tulane	18-15	7	8-10
Temple	16-16	7	8-10
Memphis	13-19	7	8-10
Rice	13-18	8	7-11
East Carolina	11-20	9	6-12
UTSA	5-25	14	1-17

Box score

Stat	UAB Blazers	Memphis Tigers
Field goals	27-59	27-59
Field goal %	46	46
Three-pointers	6-19	4-18
Three-point %	32	22
Free throws	18-25	9-14
Free throw %	72	64
Rebounds	34	32
Offensive rebounds	11	9
Defensive rebounds	23	23
Assists	15	9
Steals	12	7
Blocks	5	6
Turnovers	12	15
Team turnovers	2	0
Technical fouls	0	1
Technical fouls, total	0	1
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	17	18
Fast-break points	17	14
Points in the paint	34	32
Fouls	12	19
Largest lead	19	4
Lead changes	3	3
Time in front	84	13

How the scoring went

2nd Half51-34Tariq Ingraham makes 5-foot turnaround jump shot (Quante Berry assists)
2nd Half51-35Dug McDaniel makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half51-36Dug McDaniel makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half53-36Jacob Meyer makes layup (Evan Chatman assists)
2nd Half53-38Dug McDaniel makes driving layup
2nd Half54-38Salim London makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half55-38Salim London makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half55-39Tariq Ingraham makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half57-39Jacob Meyer makes driving layup
2nd Half57-40Julius Thedford makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half57-42Dug McDaniel makes driving layup
2nd Half57-44Sincere Parker makes driving layup
2nd Half57-46Julius Thedford makes driving layup
2nd Half57-48Sincere Parker makes driving layup
2nd Half57-49Sincere Parker makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half57-51Dug McDaniel makes 10-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half59-51Evan Chatman makes 17-foot jumper (Jacob Meyer assists)
2nd Half61-51Chance Westry makes 9-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half61-53Dug McDaniel makes 11-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half62-53Chance Westry makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half62-55Julius Thedford makes layup (Dug McDaniel assists)
2nd Half62-56Julius Thedford makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half64-56Daniel Rivera makes 2-foot dunk
2nd Half64-59Dug McDaniel makes 23-foot three pointer (Sincere Parker assists)
2nd Half64-61Dug McDaniel makes 19-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half66-61Daniel Rivera makes 2-foot dunk (Salim London assists)
2nd Half67-61Daniel Rivera makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half68-61Daniel Rivera makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half70-61Daniel Rivera makes 2-foot dunk
2nd Half71-61Dayjaun Anderson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half72-61Chance Westry makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half73-61Chance Westry makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half73-63Sincere Parker makes driving layup (Curtis Givens III assists)
2nd Half73-65Julius Thedford makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half74-65Chance Westry makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half75-65Chance Westry makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half76-65Chance Westry makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half77-65Chance Westry makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half78-65Dayjaun Anderson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half78-67Curtis Givens III makes driving layup