NCAAB · Final

UAB Blazers Defeat UTSA Roadrunners 83-73

Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · UTSA Convocation Center

UAB Blazers 83, UTSA Roadrunners 73, 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 UTSA Roadrunners?

UAB Blazers beat UTSA Roadrunners 83-73 at UTSA Convocation Center on January 28, 2026.

Who was favored in UAB Blazers vs UTSA Roadrunners?

UAB Blazers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1050 (about 91% implied). The favorite won.

In a decisive matchup, the UAB Blazers defeated the UTSA Roadrunners with a final score of 83-73 at the UTSA Convocation Center. This victory continues UAB's strong season, improving their record to 14-8, while UTSA remains struggling at 4-18. The Blazers have shown a solid performance on the road, boasting a 3-0 away record in their last three games, while UTSA has yet to win at home this season, now sitting at 0-6.

UAB's recent form has been mixed, with a record of 5-5 over their last ten games. However, they have averaged 82.3 points scored per game during this stretch, showcasing their offensive capabilities. In contrast, the Roadrunners have faced a challenging period, losing all of their last ten games and averaging just 64.3 points scored, while allowing 84.8 points per game. Their last five games have been particularly tough, as they have averaged only 64.0 points scored and allowed 84.0 points.

In their previous meeting this season on January 22, 2025, UAB narrowly defeated UTSA 81-78, indicating a competitive rivalry. However, the Roadrunners' inability to secure a win at home this season has been a significant factor in their struggles. The Blazers' recent performance has been bolstered by their ability to score effectively, while the Roadrunners have struggled defensively, allowing high-scoring games against their opponents.

In terms of injuries, no specific players were mentioned in the provided block, but the current form and records suggest that both teams have had to navigate challenges throughout the season. The market has priced UAB as significant favorites, with a spread of 12.5 points according to DraftKings. The total for the game was set at 155.5, reflecting expectations for a high-scoring affair given both teams' recent scoring averages.

The conditions at the UTSA Convocation Center were not detailed, but the venue typically provides a home-court advantage that the Roadrunners have been unable to capitalize on this season. Viewers should have noted the free throw performance in the second half, where UAB capitalized on their opportunities at the line, with multiple players contributing to the scoring through free throws during critical moments of the game.

Overall, the UAB Blazers' victory over the UTSA Roadrunners highlights their offensive strengths and the Roadrunners' ongoing struggles, particularly at home. With UAB continuing to solidify their position in the league, UTSA will need to regroup and find ways to improve as they move forward in the season.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	UAB -12.5	155.5 o -112 / u -108	UAB Blazers -1050 · UTSA Roadrunners +675

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Leaders

PointsBrent Moss19UTSA Roadrunners
AssistsAustin Nunez3UTSA Roadrunners
ReboundsBrent Moss7UTSA Roadrunners
PointsDaniel Rivera17UAB Blazers
AssistsChance Westry6UAB Blazers
ReboundsKyeRon Lindsay-Martin9UAB Blazers

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UTSA Roadrunners

Last 10: 0-10Streak L1064.3 scored · 84.8 allowed per game0-5 at home

L64-70vs Temple OwlsJan 24
L62-81at North Texas Mean GreenJan 22
L69-95at Memphis TigersJan 18
L73-89vs Rice OwlsJan 15
L52-85vs Tulane Green WaveJan 10
L58-74vs Charlotte 49ersJan 8
L57-76at Temple OwlsJan 3
L70-110at Florida Atlantic OwlsDec 31
L68-71vs Seattle U RedhawksDec 22
L70-97at USC TrojansDec 18

UAB Blazers

Last 10: 5-5Streak L282.3 scored · 80.2 allowed per game3-0 away

L69-82vs South Florida BullsJan 23
L77-99vs Tulsa Golden HurricaneJan 18
W82-69at Tulane Green WaveJan 15
W87-85at East Carolina PiratesJan 11
L71-76vs Florida Atlantic OwlsJan 8
W109-106at South Florida BullsJan 4
L70-75vs Wichita State ShockersDec 31
W72-47vs UNC Asheville BulldogsDec 21
W101-77vs Cleveland State VikingsDec 18
L85-86vs Troy TrojansDec 14

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	UTSA Roadrunners
Field goals	28-57	26-66
Field goal %	49	39
Three-pointers	6-18	7-25
Three-point %	33	28
Free throws	21-32	14-17
Free throw %	66	82
Rebounds	41	35
Offensive rebounds	10	11
Defensive rebounds	31	24
Assists	14	9
Steals	8	4
Blocks	5	6
Turnovers	7	9
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	1	1
Technical fouls, total	1	1
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	13	6
Fast-break points	18	16
Points in the paint	30	38
Fouls	17	23
Largest lead	10	5
Lead changes	7	7
Time in front	63	25

How the scoring went

2nd Half51-48KyeRon Lindsay-Martin makes driving layup
2nd Half51-51Dorian Hayes makes 26-foot three pointer
2nd Half53-51Daniel Rivera makes driving layup
2nd Half56-51Dayjaun Anderson makes 24-foot three point jumper (Ahmad Robinson assists)
2nd Half56-53Brent Moss makes layup
2nd Half57-53Ahmad Robinson makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half58-53Ahmad Robinson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half60-53Evan Chatman makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half60-55Brent Moss makes 11-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half60-57Brent Moss makes 8-foot hook shot
2nd Half62-57KyeRon Lindsay-Martin makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half62-58Baboucarr Njie makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half62-59Baboucarr Njie makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half62-60Matheo Coffi makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half62-62Jamir Simpson makes 9-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half63-62Jacob Meyer makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half64-62Jacob Meyer makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half65-62Jacob Meyer makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half66-62Jacob Meyer makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half66-64Jamir Simpson makes 3-foot dunk
2nd Half67-64Chance Westry makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half68-64Chance Westry makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half68-67Jamir Simpson makes 27-foot three point jumper (Dorian Hayes assists)
2nd Half68-68Brent Moss makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half68-69Brent Moss makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half69-69Evan Chatman makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half71-69KyeRon Lindsay-Martin makes 9-foot turnaround jump shot (Chance Westry assists)
2nd Half72-69KyeRon Lindsay-Martin makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half74-69Chance Westry makes driving layup
2nd Half77-69Dayjaun Anderson makes 22-foot three point jumper (Evan Chatman assists)
2nd Half77-70Austin Nunez makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half77-71Austin Nunez makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half77-72Kaidon Rayfield makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half77-73Kaidon Rayfield makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half78-73Ahmad Robinson makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half79-73Ahmad Robinson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half80-73Salim London makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half81-73Salim London makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half82-73Salim London makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half83-73Salim London makes free throw 2 of 2