Mavericks Edge Wildcats in Nail-Biting Finish
Saturday, November 22, 2025, 9:00 PM ET · Dee Events Center
UT Arlington Mavericks 74, Weber State Wildcats 73, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won UT Arlington Mavericks vs Weber State Wildcats?
UT Arlington Mavericks beat Weber State Wildcats 74-73 at Dee Events Center on November 22, 2025.
In a thrilling matchup at the Dee Events Center, the UT Arlington Mavericks narrowly defeated the Weber State Wildcats with a final score of 74-73. This game showcased the intensity and competitiveness of college basketball, highlighting the Mavericks' ability to secure a close win on the road.
The Mavericks entered the game with a record of 5-2, while the Wildcats had a home record of 2-4. The recent form for Weber State showed a mixed bag, with a 4-6 record over their last ten games, including a recent victory against the Campbell Fighting Camels, where they scored 91 points. Their scoring average during this stretch was 79.6 points per game, while they allowed 73.6 points. In contrast, UT Arlington's last ten games resulted in a 4-6 record as well, but they had a scoring average of 75.5 points and allowed 69.4 points.
Weber State's home record stood at 3-1, indicating a solid performance on their court, while UT Arlington struggled with an away record of 1-4 prior to this game. The Mavericks had previously faced a setback, losing to the Campbell Fighting Camels just two days before this match, which added pressure to their performance. The Wildcats were looking to build on their recent win, but ultimately fell short in a tightly contested game.
The final moments of the game were particularly dramatic. With the score tied at 73-73, Tijan Saine made a jumper for the Mavericks, putting them ahead 74-73. The Wildcats had opportunities to regain the lead but were unable to convert in the closing seconds. The game's intensity was palpable, with both teams exchanging leads and battling fiercely throughout.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but the performance of each team suggests they were at full strength for this contest. The market had priced the game closely, reflecting the competitive nature of both teams, with the Mavericks entering as slight favorites.
Conditions in the Dee Events Center were conducive to a high-energy game, with fans supporting their home team. The atmosphere was electric, contributing to the overall excitement of the contest.
Viewers should have watched for the Mavericks' ability to execute down the stretch, particularly in free throw situations, as they capitalized on their opportunities to secure the win. The Wildcats, despite their loss, demonstrated resilience and scoring capability, particularly in their recent games, which made this matchup compelling.
In summary, the Mavericks' victory over the Wildcats was a testament to their grit and determination, as they managed to pull off a close win in a challenging environment.
Leaders
- PointsJace Whiting13Weber State Wildcats
- AssistsJace Whiting2Weber State Wildcats
- ReboundsJace Whiting5Weber State Wildcats
- PointsMarcell McCreary20UT Arlington Mavericks
- AssistsCash Chavis5UT Arlington Mavericks
- ReboundsRaysean Seamster5UT Arlington Mavericks
Recent form
Weber State Wildcats
Last 10: 4-6Streak W179.6 scored · 73.6 allowed per game3-1 at home
- W91-85vs Campbell Fighting CamelsNov 20
- L70-79at UC Irvine AnteatersNov 16
- L73-83at Utah State AggiesNov 13
- L89-92at Utah UtesNov 9
- W130-38vs West Coast Baptist EaglesNov 4
- L52-76at Northern Colorado BearsMar 9
- W83-70vs Sacramento State HornetsMar 9
- L63-68vs Northern Colorado BearsMar 4
- L79-81at Idaho VandalsMar 1
- W66-64at Eastern Washington EaglesFeb 28
UT Arlington Mavericks
Last 10: 4-6Streak L175.5 scored · 69.4 allowed per game1-4 away
- L67-71vs Campbell Fighting CamelsNov 21
- W84-76at Evansville Purple AcesNov 19
- W67-49vs Missouri State BearsNov 15
- W117-61vs Arlington Baptist PatriotsNov 11
- L56-74at New Mexico LobosNov 8
- W91-40vs UNT Dallas TrailblazersNov 4
- L75-98at Grand Canyon LopesMar 13
- L68-70at California Baptist LancersMar 9
- L59-70vs Abilene Christian WildcatsMar 1
- L71-85at Grand Canyon LopesFeb 28
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 |
| 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 |
Box score
| Stat | UT Arlington Mavericks | Weber State Wildcats |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 29-57 | 26-54 |
| Field goal % | 51 | 48 |
| Three-pointers | 6-17 | 6-18 |
| Three-point % | 35 | 33 |
| Free throws | 10-12 | 15-17 |
| Free throw % | 83 | 88 |
| Rebounds | 30 | 29 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 22 | 22 |
| Assists | 11 | 8 |
| Steals | 6 | 5 |
| Blocks | 3 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 15 | 12 |
| Fast-break points | 6 | 17 |
| Points in the paint | 46 | 34 |
| Fouls | 15 | 13 |
| Largest lead | 7 | 4 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half40-41Nigel Burris made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half43-41Marcus Rigsby Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Raysean Seamster.
- 2nd Half43-43Trevor Hennig made Jumper.
- 2nd Half45-43Cameron Jackson made Layup.
- 2nd Half45-44Nigel Burris made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half45-47Viljami Vartiainen made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jace Whiting.
- 2nd Half47-47Cameron Jackson made Layup.
- 2nd Half47-48Trevor Hennig made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-49Trevor Hennig made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-51Malek Gomma made Layup.
- 2nd Half49-51Jordan Lowery made Layup.
- 2nd Half49-53Trevor Hennig made Jumper.
- 2nd Half52-53Jordan Lowery made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tyran Mason.
- 2nd Half52-55Edwin Suarez Jr. made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half54-55Jayden Smoot made Layup.
- 2nd Half54-56Edwin Suarez Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-57Edwin Suarez Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-57Marcell McCreary made Jumper. Assisted by Raysean Seamster.
- 2nd Half56-59Edwin Suarez Jr. made Layup.
- 2nd Half58-59Raysean Seamster made Layup.
- 2nd Half60-59Jordan Lowery made Layup.
- 2nd Half61-59Jordan Lowery made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-60Trevor Hennig made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-61Trevor Hennig made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-61Cash Chavis made Layup.
- 2nd Half63-63Malek Gomma made Layup.
- 2nd Half66-63Jayden Smoot made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Cash Chavis.
- 2nd Half66-64Jace Whiting made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-65Jace Whiting made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-67Tijan Saine made Layup.
- 2nd Half68-67Raysean Seamster made Layup. Assisted by Cash Chavis.
- 2nd Half68-68Tijan Saine made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-69Tijan Saine made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half70-69Marcell McCreary made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half71-69Cash Chavis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half72-69Cash Chavis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half72-71Jace Whiting made Layup.
- 2nd Half73-71Marcell McCreary made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-71Marcell McCreary made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-73Tijan Saine made Jumper.
Win probability
Above the line favours Weber State Wildcats, below favours UT Arlington Mavericks.
Venue
- Dee Events CenterOgden, UT
- Attendance2473
- OfficialsCasey McClellan, Matthew Rukasin, Layne Barney
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