TULSA, Okla. — In an exciting matchup on Saturday night, the Tulsa Golden Hurricane triumphed over the UTSA Roadrunners with a final score of 80-76. Keaston Willis was a standout performer for Tulsa, contributing 19 points to the victory. He successfully converted 3 of his 8 shots from the field, including 2 of 7 from beyond the arc, and went an impressive 11 of 13 at the free-throw line.
Isaiah Barnes also made significant contributions, adding 18 points to the scoreboard while showcasing his shooting accuracy, hitting 7 of 10 attempts (3 for 5 from three-point territory). Additionally, Barnes gathered eight rebounds, further supporting his team’s performance. Jared Garcia proved to be another key player, scoring 16 points with an outstanding shooting night, making 7 of his 8 field-goal attempts and successfully sinking 2 of 4 free throws.
On the other side of the court, the Roadrunners, struggling to find their rhythm, were led by Raekwon Horton, who netted 20 points along with two steals. Marcus Millender also had a strong showing, contributing 19 points and securing four steals. Primo Spears finished the night with 18 points, striving to keep UTSA competitive.
Tulsa took control early on, entering halftime with a comfortable lead of 40-23. Garcia was influential during the first half, scoring 10 points. Although the Golden Hurricane faced a challenge in the second half, being outscored by 13 points, Willis’s leadership shone through as he scored 11 points after the break, helping his team maintain their lead and secure the win.
The game highlighted both teams’ strengths and weaknesses, showcasing Tulsa’s determination in the face of UTSA’s persistent efforts. With this victory, Tulsa improves its season record to 11 wins and 15 losses, along with a 5-8 standing in the American Athletic Conference, while UTSA’s record stands at 10-15 and 4-9 in conference play.
