In a thrilling matchup on Saturday night, Tarleton State edged out Seattle with a final score of 67-64. Chris Mpaka led the Texans with an impressive performance, contributing 20 points along with nine rebounds and five blocks. This victory marked a significant moment for the Texans, who improved their record to 11-16 overall and 6-6 in the Western Athletic Conference.

Dantwan Grimes also played a pivotal role for Tarleton State, adding 16 points to the scoreboard. Despite a shooting performance that included only two field goals out of seven attempts, Grimes excelled at the free-throw line, hitting 11 of 13 attempts. Another key contributor was Bubu Benjamin, who scored 11 points on 4 of 7 shooting from the field and showcased his defensive skills with three steals.

For the Redhawks, John Christofilis emerged as a notable player, scoring 15 points. Kobe Williamson supported the team with 14 points and recorded two steals and two blocks, while Maleek Arington added 10 points and made a significant impact defensively with six steals.

Looking ahead, both teams are set to continue their campaigns next Saturday. The Texans will travel to face UT Arlington, while Seattle will head out on the road to compete against Utah Valley.