- Matchup: Tarleton State Texans vs UT Arlington Mavericks
- Date: Monday, December 29, 2025
- Venue: College Park Center, Arlington, TX
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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The Tarleton State Texans (9-4) are set to visit the College Park Center on Monday to take on the UT Arlington Mavericks (8-4).
In their previous matchup, the Tarleton State Texans secured a convincing 78-54 victory against Florida A&M. The Texans incurred 20 personal fouls, while Florida A&M accumulated 21 fouls. Tarleton managed to convert 5 out of 22 attempts from beyond the arc, whereas Florida A&M achieved a free throw success rate of 62.5% by making 15 of 24 shots. Florida A&M recorded a total of 28 rebounds (6 on the offensive end) but failed to register any blocks. They also tallied 7 assists and 13 steals throughout the game. Defensively, Tarleton allowed Florida A&M to shoot 32.7% from the field, achieving 17 of 52 shots. The Texans, on their part, recorded 13 assists, forced 22 turnovers, and secured 13 steals. They finished with a total of 37 rebounds, including 9 on the offensive end. At the free-throw line, the Texans converted 17 of 23 attempts, resulting in a free throw percentage of 73.9%. Overall, Tarleton State finished the game with a field goal percentage of 47.5%, hitting 28 out of 59 shots, and made 5 out of 10 three-point attempts.
A standout performer for Tarleton was Leroy Kelly IV, who shot 66.7% from the field without recording any assists. He played for 36 minutes, garnered 8 rebounds, and scored 18 points on 6 of 9 shooting.
The Tarleton State Texans enter this matchup with a 9-4 record this season. They average 15.6 turnovers per game and commit approximately 19.2 personal fouls per game. As a team, Tarleton is capturing 35.7 rebounds per contest and has accumulated 174 assists in total, ranking 232nd in Division 1 for assist frequency. The Texans are making 34.9% of their three-point attempts (73 of 209) and 77.2% from the free throw line. They score an average of 80.6 points per game (116th in D-1) on a shooting percentage of 47.6%.
On the defensive end, the Texans are forcing an average of 19.6 turnovers each game while drawing 19.5 personal fouls. They are currently ranked 183rd in college basketball, having allowed 168 assists this season. Defensively, Tarleton State has permitted an opponent’s field goal percentage of 43.5% (306 of 704) and concedes 32.0 rebounds per game. They limit opposing teams to a 33.2% shooting rate from beyond the arc and rank 127th in points allowed, giving up 70.8 per game.
In their last outing, the UT Arlington Mavericks secured a 69-57 win against Oral Roberts. In terms of rebounding, UT Arlington allowed Oral Roberts to collect 29 total rebounds (9 offensive). The Mavericks struggled from deep, converting just 10.0% of their three-point attempts, making 2 of 20. They finished the game making 21 out of 25 free throws, yielding an 84.0% success rate. Defensively, they limited Oral Roberts to 30.9% shooting by allowing 17 out of 55 attempts. UT Arlington’s field goal percentage for the match was 47.1%, hitting 24 out of 51 shots. From three-point range, the Mavericks were more effective, dropping 8 of 18 (44.4%). This performance got them to the free throw line 20 times, thanks to Oral Roberts’ 16 fouls. The Mavericks also forced 14 turnovers while claiming 11 steals throughout the game and totaled 32 rebounds, with 25 being defensive and 7 offensive.
Marcell McCreary was a vital contributor to the Mavericks, scoring 16 points in 32 minutes of action and providing 1 assist. He shot 54.5%, going 6 of 11, and grabbed 3 rebounds.
UT Arlington’s current record stands at 8-4 for the season. The Mavericks average 18.8 fouls per game and boast a free throw success rate of 68.1%. They dish out an average of 13.8 assists per game (ranked 236th in the nation) and commit 14.8 turnovers per game. Throughout the season, UT Arlington has scored 872 points, averaging 72.7 points per game while collecting 38.6 rebounds per game. Offensively, they shoot 46.4% from the field, putting them at 149th in college basketball.
The Mavericks’ defense has limited opponents to a 24.1% success rate on three-point shots (49 of 203) while permitting 72.9% from the free throw line. They average 10.8 assists allowed and 30.3 rebounds per game, ranking 35th and 24th nationally. Defensively, the Mavericks are 19th in college basketball, allowing just 64.3 points per game and forcing an average of 14.1 turnovers, with opponents shooting 39.7% from the field (45th in D-1).
What are your predictions for tonight’s NCAA game against the spread?
Prediction: Choose Tarleton State
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