In a closely contested matchup on Monday evening, the UAB Blazers edged out the North Texas Mean Green with a final score of 64-61. Yaxel Lendeborg was pivotal in the victory, contributing 17 points, securing 13 rebounds, and making three steals for the Blazers, who improved their record to 15-8 overall and 8-2 in the American Athletic Conference.

Christian Coleman also played a significant role in the game, finishing with 13 points and eight rebounds. For the Mean Green, Jasper Floyd was the standout performer, reaching 15 points and recording three steals. Meanwhile, Brenen Lorient added 12 points, and Moulaye Sissoko rounded out the scoring with 10 points, 11 rebounds, and two steals.

In a tightly contested first half, UAB managed to take a slim lead into halftime with a score of 32-31. Alejandro Vasquez was instrumental during this period, scoring all of his 10 points before the break. As the game neared its conclusion, Johnathan Massie stepped up to score six consecutive points, helping UAB secure the crucial win.