Bryant scores 24 to lift UAB over UTSA 85-76 in CUSA tourney
FRISCO, Texas -- Zack Bryant had 24 points as UAB defeated UTSA 85-76 in the Conference USA tournament quarterfinals on Thursday night.
Jalen Perry had 18 points and eight rebounds for UAB (20-13). Lewis Sullivan added 16 points. Makhtar Gueye had 12 points and seven rebounds for UAB.
After falling behind 42-35 at the half, UAB outscored UTSA 50-34 in the second half to earn the victory. The Blazers' 50 points in the second half marked a season high for the team.
Jhivvan Jackson had 35 points and six rebounds for the Roadrunners (17-15). Keaton Wallace added 12 points. Giovanni De Nicolao had seven assists.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- Craig Murley
- Darron George
- Tyler Kumpf
2023-24 American Athletic Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Florida | 16-2 | - | 25-8 |
| Florida Atlantic | 14-4 | 2 | 25-9 |
| Charlotte | 13-5 | 3 | 19-12 |
| UAB | 12-6 | 4 | 23-12 |
| Memphis | 11-7 | 5 | 22-10 |
| SMU | 11-7 | 5 | 20-13 |
| North Texas | 10-8 | 6 | 19-15 |
| Tulsa | 7-11 | 9 | 16-15 |
| East Carolina | 7-11 | 9 | 15-18 |
| Tulane | 5-13 | 11 | 14-17 |
| Temple | 5-13 | 11 | 16-20 |
| Wichita State | 5-13 | 11 | 15-19 |
| UTSA | 5-13 | 11 | 11-21 |
| Rice | 5-13 | 11 | 11-21 |
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