Abilene Christian Wildcats Defeat UTSA Roadrunners 61-50
Monday, November 24, 2025, 9:00 PM ET · John Hurst Adams Gymnasium
Abilene Christian Wildcats 61, UTSA Roadrunners 50, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won UTSA Roadrunners vs Abilene Christian Wildcats?
Abilene Christian Wildcats beat UTSA Roadrunners 61-50 at John Hurst Adams Gymnasium on November 24, 2025.
In a tightly contested game, the Abilene Christian Wildcats emerged victorious against the UTSA Roadrunners with a final score of 61-50 at the John Hurst Adams Gymnasium. This matchup showcased the Wildcats' ability to capitalize on their home advantage, improving their home record to 5-2 while the Roadrunners fell to 3-4 overall. The Wildcats, who had been struggling with a two-game losing streak prior to this game, demonstrated resilience and a strong defensive effort to secure the win.
The Wildcats' recent form had been inconsistent, with a record of 5-5 over their last ten games, but they managed to average 71.1 points scored per game while allowing 67.7. Their last five games showed a slight improvement, with an average of 76.8 points scored and 65.6 points allowed. Their home record, now at 5-2, reflects their capability to perform well in familiar surroundings, as evidenced by their previous home wins against teams like the Southwestern Adventist Knights and the McMurry War Hawks.
On the other hand, the UTSA Roadrunners entered the game with a record of 5-5 in their last ten outings and had been on a two-game winning streak before facing the Wildcats. They averaged 80.4 points scored and allowed 71.3 points in that stretch. Despite their recent success, their away record of 2-4 highlighted their struggles outside of their home venue, where they had previously lost to teams like the Texas State Bobcats and the SIU Edwardsville Cougars.
The matchup was significant not only for the teams' standings but also for their respective scoring abilities. The Wildcats' defense was crucial in limiting the Roadrunners to just 50 points, well below their scoring average. The game featured a series of scoring plays in the second half, including free throws from Rich Smith and Austin Nunez, as well as a critical three-point jumper by Bradyn Hubbard, which helped the Wildcats maintain their lead.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any players missing from either team, suggesting that both sides were able to field their full rosters for this important game. This allowed for a competitive atmosphere, with both teams eager to establish dominance early on.
Betting lines from the market indicated a strong likelihood of a Wildcats victory, with a home win probability of 1.0, reflecting confidence in their ability to secure the win at home. This added an extra layer of anticipation for fans and bettors alike, as the Wildcats aimed to turn their recent fortunes around.
Conditions at the John Hurst Adams Gymnasium were conducive to a solid performance, with the home crowd providing support that the Wildcats capitalized on throughout the game. The atmosphere was electric, contributing to the intensity of the matchup.
As the game unfolded, viewers were treated to a display of strategic play and defensive tenacity, particularly from the Wildcats, who managed to stifle the Roadrunners' offensive efforts. The final score of 61-50 not only highlighted the Wildcats' defensive prowess but also marked an important step in their season as they look to build momentum moving forward.
Leaders
- PointsBradyn Hubbard21Abilene Christian Wildcats
- AssistsRich Smith5Abilene Christian Wildcats
- ReboundsBradyn Hubbard8Abilene Christian Wildcats
- PointsJamir Simpson18UTSA Roadrunners
- AssistsJamir Simpson1UTSA Roadrunners
- ReboundsBaboucarr Njie9UTSA Roadrunners
Recent form
Abilene Christian Wildcats
Last 10: 5-5Streak L271.1 scored · 67.7 allowed per game4-2 at home
- L49-63at Texas State BobcatsNov 19
- L66-76at Stephen F. Austin LumberjacksNov 15
- W104-63vs Southwestern Adventist KnightsNov 11
- W73-71vs Omaha MavericksNov 7
- W92-55vs McMurry War HawksNov 4
- L63-69vs Seattle U RedhawksMar 14
- W82-81vs Grand Canyon LopesMar 8
- L60-73vs Utah Valley WolverinesMar 7
- W70-59at UT Arlington MavericksMar 1
- L52-67at Tarleton State TexansFeb 28
UTSA Roadrunners
Last 10: 5-5Streak W280.4 scored · 71.3 allowed per game2-3 away
- W103-70vs Southwestern Christian U EaglesNov 18
- W84-79at Denver PioneersNov 15
- L69-80at Texas State BobcatsNov 13
- L60-77vs SIU Edwardsville CougarsNov 7
- W97-30vs College of Biblical Studies AmbassadorsNov 6
- L65-70at East Carolina PiratesMar 14
- W83-80at Charlotte 49ersMar 9
- L70-75vs Memphis TigersMar 5
- W84-56vs Rice OwlsMar 2
- L89-96at East Carolina PiratesFeb 23
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 |
| 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 | UTSA Roadrunners | Abilene Christian Wildcats |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 16-44 | 20-58 |
| Field goal % | 36 | 34 |
| Three-pointers | 3-15 | 9-22 |
| Three-point % | 20 | 41 |
| Free throws | 15-27 | 12-17 |
| Free throw % | 56 | 71 |
| Rebounds | 32 | 44 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 19 |
| Defensive rebounds | 23 | 25 |
| Assists | 5 | 11 |
| Steals | 11 | 12 |
| Blocks | 2 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 15 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 3 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 15 | 16 |
| Fast-break points | 8 | 3 |
| Points in the paint | 22 | 20 |
| Fouls | 15 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 13 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half16-27Rich Smith made Three Point Jumper.
- 1st Half18-27Jamir Simpson made Layup.
- 1st Half18-30Yaniel Rivera made Three Point Jumper.
- 1st Half20-30Macaleab Rich made Jumper.
- 1st Half22-30Macaleab Rich made Layup.
- 1st Half23-30Brent Moss made Free Throw.
- 1st Half24-30Brent Moss made Free Throw.
- 1st Half25-30Macaleab Rich made Free Throw.
- 1st Half25-33Christian Alston made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Rich Smith.
- 1st Half26-33Austin Nunez made Free Throw.
- 1st Half26-35Bradyn Hubbard made Layup.
- 1st Half26-36Bradyn Hubbard made Free Throw.
- 1st Half26-39Yaniel Rivera made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half28-39Matheo Coffi made Layup.
- 2nd Half31-39Jamir Simpson made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half33-39Jamir Simpson made Layup.
- 2nd Half35-39Kaidon Rayfield made Layup. Assisted by Austin Nunez.
- 2nd Half37-39Austin Nunez made Layup.
- 2nd Half37-40Bradyn Hubbard made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half37-41Bradyn Hubbard made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half38-41Jamir Simpson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half39-41Macaleab Rich made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half39-42Bradyn Hubbard made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half39-44Joseph Venzant made Layup. Assisted by Bradyn Hubbard.
- 2nd Half40-44Jamir Simpson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half40-46Rich Smith made Layup.
- 2nd Half42-46Macaleab Rich made Jumper.
- 2nd Half42-49Bradyn Hubbard made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Joseph Venzant.
- 2nd Half42-52Christian Alston made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Rich Smith.
- 2nd Half45-52Jamir Simpson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Matheo Coffi.
- 2nd Half45-53Rich Smith made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half45-55Ma'Shy Hill made Layup. Assisted by Yaniel Rivera.
- 2nd Half45-56Rich Smith made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half46-56Austin Nunez made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-56Austin Nunez made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-59Bradyn Hubbard made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Rich Smith.
- 2nd Half48-59Kaidon Rayfield made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-59Jamir Simpson made Layup.
- 2nd Half50-60Rich Smith made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-61Rich Smith made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Abilene Christian Wildcats, below favours UTSA Roadrunners.
Venue
- John Hurst Adams GymnasiumJacksonville, FL
- Attendance562
- OfficialsBlake Harris, Jason Deering, Julian Legido
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