- Matchup: Utah Tech Trailblazers vs. Tarleton State Texans
- Date: Saturday, January 31, 2026
- Venue: Wisdom Gym, Stephenville, TX
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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The Utah Tech Trailblazers (11-11) are set to face off against the Tarleton State Texans (11-9) at Wisdom Gym this Saturday.
In their prior contest, the Utah Tech Trailblazers topped Southern Utah with a commanding victory, ending the game at 102-91. The team showcased an impressive 54.2% shooting accuracy (39 of 72) and converted 9 of 21 from the three-point range. When it came to free throws, the Trailblazers achieved a success rate of 75.0%, sinking 15 of 20 attempts. On the rebounding front, they collected 30 boards, including 10 offensive rebounds. Additionally, they recorded 25 assists while forcing 9 turnovers and snagging 6 steals. Defensively, the Trailblazers allowed their opponents to shoot 53.4%, with Southern Utah claiming 14 assists and managing 2 steals. The opposing team also grabbed 30 rebounds (9 offensive, 21 defensive) but did not register any blocks. Southern Utah was efficient from the line, hitting 80.0% of their attempts by making 24 out of 30 tries, while also connecting on 5 out of 14 three-point attempts. Utah Tech committed 22 personal fouls compared to Southern Utah’s 16 fouls.
Ethan Potter played a crucial role in the game, shooting 73.3% from the floor, totaling 29 points on 11 of 15 shooting, contributing 4 assists, grabbing 11 rebounds, and logging 32 minutes of play.
The Trailblazers enter this match with an overall record of 11-11 for the season. They average 77.2 points per game (ranking 167th nationally) and maintain a field goal success rate of 46.8%. From the three-point territory, they are hitting at 32.2% (164 of 510) and shooting 72.9% from the free-throw line. As a team, Utah Tech pulls down an average of 34.7 boards per game and has distributed a total of 328 assists this season, placing them 95th in Division 1. They average 12.3 turnovers per game and commit approximately 16.7 fouls.
Defensively, the Trailblazers force 13.2 turnovers per game and draw 17.0 personal fouls. They limit opponents to 29.2% shooting from beyond the arc, ranking them 201st in Division 1 for points allowed per game (74.2). Their overall field goal percentage allowed is 44.3% (583 of 1,315), and they relinquish an average of 35.8 rebounds per game as a team. They rank 155th in Division 1 for assists surrendered, allowing 272 assists so far this season.
In their previous game, the Tarleton State Texans succumbed to a 71-64 defeat against UT Arlington. On the rebounding side, the Texans allowed UT Arlington to secure 28 boards (including 8 offensive rebounds). Shooting-wise, the Texans hit only 27.8% from deep (5 of 18) and were 24 of 35 from the free-throw line (68.6%). Their opponents shot 48.8% from the floor, making 21 of their 43 attempts. The Texans shot 41.5% overall, sinking 22 of 53 attempts, and managed 2 out of 9 from three-point land (22.2%). Tarleton State enjoyed a high 94.7% from the charity stripe, making 18 free throws. UT Arlington committed 18 fouls, resulting in the Texans receiving 19 free-throw opportunities. They turned the ball over 18 times but managed to secure 8 steals. The Texans totaled 24 rebounds, with 16 defensive and 8 offensive boards combined.
Camron McDowell was a standout for the Texans, scoring 17 points during 35 minutes of play, shooting 58.3% (7 of 12) while also contributing 2 rebounds and 1 assist.
Currently, Tarleton State has a record of 11-9 this season. They average 20.8 fouls per game and maintain a free-throw percentage of 76.6%. The team records approximately 12.7 assists per game (ranked 286th in Division 1) and lose possession with an average of 14.5 turnovers. So far this season, Tarleton State has accumulated 1,603 points (averaging 80.2 per game) and pulls down 33.7 rebounds per match. Offensively, they shoot 46.8% from the field, placing them 104th in the nation.
On the defensive side, the Texans are 205th in Division 1 for points allowed per game, giving up an average of 74.4. They create 18.9 turnovers for their opponents and allow a shooting percentage of 46.0% from the field (ranking 293rd in Division 1). Tarleton State permits opponents to shoot 33.9% from three-point range (149 of 439), and their opponent free-throw percentage stands at 70.6%. They’ve given up 13.6 assists and 33.2 rebounds per game, which places them at 197th and 97th in college basketball, respectively.
Which team will prevail in tonight’s NCAA matchup against the spread?
Pick: Opt for Utah Tech
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