OREM, Utah (Interstat) — Utah Valley held off a second-half surge from UC Irvine for a 79-72 victory in a non-conference men’s basketball game Wednesday night at the UCCU Center. The Wolverines led 31-27 at halftime before both offenses erupted after the break.

Isaac Davis led Utah Valley with 18 points and five assists. Jackson Holcombe added 12 points and five assists, while Trevan Leonhardt scored 15. Jurian Dixon paced the Anteaters with 18 points. Utah Valley’s efficient shooting, making over 51% of its field goals and dominating inside with 50 points in the paint, proved decisive. Both teams are now 3-2 on the season.