The University of Alabama at Birmingham Athletics
Sunday, February 11
Tulsa, Okla.
1 p.m.
UAB
at
Tulsa
Photo by: Sully Ortega
Men's Basketball Travels to Tulsa
2/10/2024 11:03:00 AM | Men's Basketball
BIRMINGHAM - UAB men's basketball will hit the road on Sunday to face off against Tulsa. Tipoff is set for 1 p.m. CT.
WATCH
Sunday's game will stream live on ESPN+ with Josh Haley and Pooh Williams on the call.
LISTEN
David Crane and Mo Finley will call the game for UAB on 100.5 ESPN JOX 2.
SERIES HISTORY
UAB leads the all-time series over the Golden Hurricane, 9-7, though Tulsa leads 4-3 at home. The programs have not met since 2014. The Blazers have won each of the last three meetings.
LAST TIME OUT
The Blazers picked up their second Top 25 win of the year over No. 20 Florida Atlantic on Thursday night, 76-73, in overtime. Yaxel Lendeborg led the way with an impressive 17-point, 21-rebound double-double. His 21 boards are the second-most in a single game in UAB history. Efrem "Butta" Johnson hit a clutch three with 30 seconds to go in overtime to put the Blazers up by six. Eric Gaines added 16 points, seven rebounds and eight assists.
STOCK RISING
Yaxel Lendeborg is beginning to find his rhythm in his debut season at UAB. The junior forward had a breakout game on the offensive end against Furman where he had 19 points, 10 rebounds, five blocks, three assists and two steals, all while shooting 8-for-10 from the field. He earned AAC Player of the Week honors after putting up 24 points and grabbing 15 rebounds in a win over UNC Asheville and followed up that performance with 23 points, 15 rebounds and seven blocks at UTSA. Lendeborg put up yet another impressive double-double with 23 points, 16 boards and four assists against No. 19 Memphis. He posted an eye-popping 17 points and 21 rebounds in a win over No. 20 Florida Atlantic. His 21 boards are the second-most by a Blazer in program history. The 6'9" forward is averaging 12.3 points, 10.0 rebounds and 2.0 blocks per game early in his career.
STEPPING UP
Highlight-reel plays marked Eric Gaines' first season in Birmingham with two SportsCenter Top Ten appearances and numerous high-flying dunks. After averaging 11.5 points and 4.3 assists per game, Gaines will play an even larger role as the only returning player to average double-digit points per game last season. The Almanac named Eric Gaines as its Preseason AAC Player of the Year heading into the season, citing his talent on both ends of the floor. Gaines has upped his scoring numbers while maintaining his defensive prowess early in the season for UAB, averaging 12.3 points, 4.1 rebounds, 5.2 assists and 2.3 steals per game.
TICKET INFORMATION
Single game tickets are on sale for as low as $12. Follow this link or call the UAB Athletics Ticket Office at (205) 975-UAB1 for more information.
GROUP AND PREMIUM TICKETS
Individual and corporate groups can plan an unforgettable experience during any of UAB's 18 home events 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.
In addition, a limited number of premium seating options also remain at Bartow Arena and provides fans and corporations the ability to enjoy the exclusive amenities offered at Bartow Arena while experiencing the action from midcourt views. Call Blazer Boosters at (205) 996-9969 to learn more.
POWER UP
UAB Athletics is excited to officially 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 complete 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.
WATCH
Sunday's game will stream live on ESPN+ with Josh Haley and Pooh Williams on the call.
LISTEN
David Crane and Mo Finley will call the game for UAB on 100.5 ESPN JOX 2.
SERIES HISTORY
UAB leads the all-time series over the Golden Hurricane, 9-7, though Tulsa leads 4-3 at home. The programs have not met since 2014. The Blazers have won each of the last three meetings.
LAST TIME OUT
The Blazers picked up their second Top 25 win of the year over No. 20 Florida Atlantic on Thursday night, 76-73, in overtime. Yaxel Lendeborg led the way with an impressive 17-point, 21-rebound double-double. His 21 boards are the second-most in a single game in UAB history. Efrem "Butta" Johnson hit a clutch three with 30 seconds to go in overtime to put the Blazers up by six. Eric Gaines added 16 points, seven rebounds and eight assists.
STOCK RISING
Yaxel Lendeborg is beginning to find his rhythm in his debut season at UAB. The junior forward had a breakout game on the offensive end against Furman where he had 19 points, 10 rebounds, five blocks, three assists and two steals, all while shooting 8-for-10 from the field. He earned AAC Player of the Week honors after putting up 24 points and grabbing 15 rebounds in a win over UNC Asheville and followed up that performance with 23 points, 15 rebounds and seven blocks at UTSA. Lendeborg put up yet another impressive double-double with 23 points, 16 boards and four assists against No. 19 Memphis. He posted an eye-popping 17 points and 21 rebounds in a win over No. 20 Florida Atlantic. His 21 boards are the second-most by a Blazer in program history. The 6'9" forward is averaging 12.3 points, 10.0 rebounds and 2.0 blocks per game early in his career.
STEPPING UP
Highlight-reel plays marked Eric Gaines' first season in Birmingham with two SportsCenter Top Ten appearances and numerous high-flying dunks. After averaging 11.5 points and 4.3 assists per game, Gaines will play an even larger role as the only returning player to average double-digit points per game last season. The Almanac named Eric Gaines as its Preseason AAC Player of the Year heading into the season, citing his talent on both ends of the floor. Gaines has upped his scoring numbers while maintaining his defensive prowess early in the season for UAB, averaging 12.3 points, 4.1 rebounds, 5.2 assists and 2.3 steals per game.
TICKET INFORMATION
Single game tickets are on sale for as low as $12. Follow this link or call the UAB Athletics Ticket Office at (205) 975-UAB1 for more information.
GROUP AND PREMIUM TICKETS
Individual and corporate groups can plan an unforgettable experience during any of UAB's 18 home events 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.
In addition, a limited number of premium seating options also remain at Bartow Arena and provides fans and corporations the ability to enjoy the exclusive amenities offered at Bartow Arena while experiencing the action from midcourt views. Call Blazer Boosters at (205) 996-9969 to learn more.
POWER UP
UAB Athletics is excited to officially 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 complete 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.
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