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Raekwon Horton nets 23 points, leading UTSA to halt North Texas’ six-game winning run in a 54-50 triumph.

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DENTON, Texas – The UTSA Roadrunners pulled off a thrilling victory against North Texas, with a final score of 54-50, thanks in large part to Raekwon Horton’s impressive performance. Horton scored 23 points and made three steals, leading his team to break North Texas’s six-game winning streak.

Alongside Horton, other key contributors for UTSA (10-11, 4-5 in the American Athletic Conference) included Primo Spears, who netted 15 points by sinking three 3-pointers, and Marcus Millender, who added 11 points to the scoreline.

For the Mean Green (16-5, 7-2), Grant Newell was the standout performer, recording 14 points. Brenen Lorient provided critical support, finishing with 11 points, seven rebounds, and two blocks, while Atin Wright contributed with 10 points.

The Roadrunners established a strong lead going into halftime, holding a 27-13 advantage over their opponents. Horton emerged as a key player by scoring 12 points before the break, which significantly bolstered UTSA’s chances for victory.