ABILENE, Texas — UT Arlington achieved a thrilling 79-76 overtime victory against Abilene Christian on Saturday evening, largely thanks to the outstanding performances from several key players. Lance Ware led the Mavericks with a double-double, contributing 18 points and pulling down 14 rebounds while also registering five blocks during the game.

Brody Robinson played a crucial role in the overtime period, netting a pivotal 3-pointer that gave UT Arlington a 77-74 advantage with just over a minute remaining. Robinson finished the night with a solid total of 12 points alongside 10 assists, demonstrating his playmaking ability. Other notable performances included Raysean Seamster, who added 16 points and six rebounds, and Jaden Wells, who made four shots from beyond the arc to contribute another 16 points for the Mavericks, bringing their season record to 9-11 and 2-4 in the Western Athletic Conference.

On the other side, the Wildcats were led by Quion Williams, who scored 19 points in the contest. Leonardo Bettiol supported with an impressive effort of 14 points, eight rebounds, and three steals, showcasing his defensive skills as well. Bradyn Hubbard also contributed to the scoring with 11 points, seven rebounds, and three steals for Abilene Christian, bringing their record to 9-12 overall and 1-5 in conference play.

With six seconds remaining in regulation, Hunter Jack Madden hit a crucial 3-pointer, forcing the game into overtime with the score tied at 70. However, the Mavericks capitalized on the momentum gained in the extra period to secure the win and keep their championship hopes alive in the conference standings.