The University of Alabama at Birmingham Athletics
Sunday, December 15
Birmingham, Ala.
5 p.m.
UAB
5-6,0-0AAC
89
vs
98
Arkansas State
9-3,0-0Sun Belt
1
2
OT 1
F
Arkansas St.
28
56
14
98
UAB
53
31
5
89
Photo by: Zach Irvine
Blazers Let Big Lead Slip Away Against Arkansas State
12/15/2024 9:28:00 PM | Men's Basketball
BIRMINGHAM – UAB men's basketball (5-6) led Arkansas State (9-3) by 25 points at halftime but could not hang on for the win in a 98-89 overtime defeat.
The Blazers put together their best half of the season over the first 20 minutes. UAB hit seven three-pointers and got to the free throw line consistently while forcing 11 Arkansas State turnovers.
After Kobe Julien converted on a three-point play with 15:12 in the first half, the Blazers took over. UAB went on a 30-3 run over the next eight minutes to hold a 41-17 advantage at the 7:16 mark in the first half.
Tyren Moore sparked the Blazers with four first half threes while Yaxel Lendeborg and Efrem "Butta" Johnson each reached double figures before the break. While UAB was scoring efficiently in the first half, the tone was set on the defensive end.
Arkansas State's 28 first half points were the Red Wolves' lowest total in a single half this season. UAB held Arkansas State without a field goal for over six minutes during the Blazers' run.
The second half was a different story for UAB, as the Red Wolves were able to get to the basket often and knock down shots from outside. Led by Taryn Todd and Kobe Julien, who each had 17 points in the second half, the Red Wolves shot nearly 60 percent from the field after the break.
Arkansas State went on a 16-2 run beginning at the 11:41 mark to cut UAB's lead to just two points with 6:40 to go. After Tyren Moore hit a three to put the Blazers back up by five, the Red Wolves scored seven straight to take their first lead of the night.
The Blazers trailed by three with one minute to go. Tyren Moore cut the deficit to just one with 36 seconds remaining and Arkansas State went 1-for-2 at the free throw line to make it a two-point game with 22 seconds to go. Alejandro Vasquez found Yaxel Lendeborg under the basketball for a dunk to tie the game with eight seconds left and Julien's jumper was off target on the other end to send the game to overtime tied at 84.
In overtime, Arkansas State led from start to finish. With the Red Wolves leading by five, Tyren Moore knocked down a three with 1:23 to go to cut the lead to just two. On the ensuing possession, Arkansas State was able to get an offensive rebound and Todd hit a three to extend the lead back to five. UAB could not respond, and Arkansas State took the 98-89 overtime win.
NOTES
UP NEXT
The Blazers will face Alabama A&M on Wednesday, December 18. Tipoff is set for 6:30 p.m. CT at Bartow Arena.
PURCHASE YOUR 2024-25 SEASON TICKETS
Season tickets for the 2024-25 UAB men's basketball season are still available starting as low as $110. Season packages will feature all home games during UAB's second season in the American Athletic Conference and provide the most cost-effective way to attend games in Bartow Arena. An overview of the sales timeline can be found here, and fans may request more information here or by calling the UAB Athletics Ticket Office at (205) 975-UAB1.
GROUP RATES AND FAN EXPERIENCE PACKAGES NOW AVAILABLE
Individual and corporate groups can plan an unforgettable experience during any of UAB's home events at Bartow Arena this season by filling out the UAB Basketball Group Ticket Request Form. Fan experience packages and discounted group tickets are available for a minimum purchase of 15 tickets, and fan experiences at Bartow Arena are available at any home basketball game on a first come, first served basis throughout the season.
Group ticket packages provide your family, friends, or company the opportunity to save money on the single game ticket price while providing access to memorable fan experiences at Bartow Arena. Discounted group rates are available for both men's and women's basketball games and pricing is based on the size of the pre-purchased group. This season, UAB Athletics is offering unique fan experiences for groups including a spirit tunnel, sideline warm-up watch, group photo at center court, post-game free throws, and videoboard recognition, among others. Click here for a complete listing of the group rates, group benefits, and fan experience packages offered.
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The Blazers put together their best half of the season over the first 20 minutes. UAB hit seven three-pointers and got to the free throw line consistently while forcing 11 Arkansas State turnovers.
After Kobe Julien converted on a three-point play with 15:12 in the first half, the Blazers took over. UAB went on a 30-3 run over the next eight minutes to hold a 41-17 advantage at the 7:16 mark in the first half.
Tyren Moore sparked the Blazers with four first half threes while Yaxel Lendeborg and Efrem "Butta" Johnson each reached double figures before the break. While UAB was scoring efficiently in the first half, the tone was set on the defensive end.
Arkansas State's 28 first half points were the Red Wolves' lowest total in a single half this season. UAB held Arkansas State without a field goal for over six minutes during the Blazers' run.
The second half was a different story for UAB, as the Red Wolves were able to get to the basket often and knock down shots from outside. Led by Taryn Todd and Kobe Julien, who each had 17 points in the second half, the Red Wolves shot nearly 60 percent from the field after the break.
Arkansas State went on a 16-2 run beginning at the 11:41 mark to cut UAB's lead to just two points with 6:40 to go. After Tyren Moore hit a three to put the Blazers back up by five, the Red Wolves scored seven straight to take their first lead of the night.
The Blazers trailed by three with one minute to go. Tyren Moore cut the deficit to just one with 36 seconds remaining and Arkansas State went 1-for-2 at the free throw line to make it a two-point game with 22 seconds to go. Alejandro Vasquez found Yaxel Lendeborg under the basketball for a dunk to tie the game with eight seconds left and Julien's jumper was off target on the other end to send the game to overtime tied at 84.
In overtime, Arkansas State led from start to finish. With the Red Wolves leading by five, Tyren Moore knocked down a three with 1:23 to go to cut the lead to just two. On the ensuing possession, Arkansas State was able to get an offensive rebound and Todd hit a three to extend the lead back to five. UAB could not respond, and Arkansas State took the 98-89 overtime win.
NOTES
- Yaxel Lendeborg scored 22 points, grabbed 12 rebounds, dished out four assists and blocked two shots for his 25th career double-double.
- Tyren Moore scored a season-high 22 points while hitting six three-pointers.
- UAB had 20 assists for the foruth time this season.
- The Blazers hit 10 3FGs in back-to-back games for the first time since February 11, 2023.
UP NEXT
The Blazers will face Alabama A&M on Wednesday, December 18. Tipoff is set for 6:30 p.m. CT at Bartow Arena.
PURCHASE YOUR 2024-25 SEASON TICKETS
Season tickets for the 2024-25 UAB men's basketball season are still available starting as low as $110. Season packages will feature all home games during UAB's second season in the American Athletic Conference and provide the most cost-effective way to attend games in Bartow Arena. An overview of the sales timeline can be found here, and fans may request more information here or by calling the UAB Athletics Ticket Office at (205) 975-UAB1.
GROUP RATES AND FAN EXPERIENCE PACKAGES NOW AVAILABLE
Individual and corporate groups can plan an unforgettable experience during any of UAB's home events at Bartow Arena this season by filling out the UAB Basketball Group Ticket Request Form. Fan experience packages and discounted group tickets are available for a minimum purchase of 15 tickets, and fan experiences at Bartow Arena are available at any home basketball game on a first come, first served basis throughout the season.
Group ticket packages provide your family, friends, or company the opportunity to save money on the single game ticket price while providing access to memorable fan experiences at Bartow Arena. Discounted group rates are available for both men's and women's basketball games and pricing is based on the size of the pre-purchased group. This season, UAB Athletics is offering unique fan experiences for groups including a spirit tunnel, sideline warm-up watch, group photo at center court, post-game free throws, and videoboard recognition, among others. Click here for a complete listing of the group rates, group benefits, and fan experience packages offered.
POWER UP
UAB Athletics is excited to compete in the American Athletic Conference and needs Blazer Nation to Power Up by becoming a 2024 Blazer Boosters member. Join Blazer Boosters today as UAB student-athletes compete for championships, graduate with honors, and make a difference in our community.
FOLLOW THE BLAZERS
For more information on the UAB men's basketball team, follow @UAB_MBB on Twitter and Instagram.
Team Stats
ASU
UAB
FG%
.443
.413
3FG%
.333
.323
FT%
.792
.708
RB
53
41
TO
14
12
STL
8
12
Game Leaders
Scoring
Pts
22
FGM
9
3FGM
1
FTM
3
Pts
22
FGM
8
3FGM
6
FTM
0
Pts
10
FGM
4
3FGM
1
FTM
1
Pts
10
FGM
3
3FGM
1
FTM
3
Players Mentioned
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