UTEP vs. UAB
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (Interstat) — The UAB Blazers, riding a three-game winning streak, will host the UTEP Miners in a non-conference men’s basketball matchup on Tuesday at Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena.
UAB (5-2) enters the contest following an 81-73 road victory over Southern Illinois on Monday. The Blazers’ offense was powered by a strong performance from KyeRon Lindsay-Martin, who recorded 29 points and 10 rebounds. Jacob Meyer added 20 points and eight rebounds in the win.
The Blazers’ only losses this season came against North Carolina State and Alabama State.
UTEP (3-3) looks to rebound after a 74-63 home loss to William & Mary on Monday. The Miners have struggled against Division I competition, with their only wins coming against St. Thomas in overtime and lower-division opponents Western N.M. and UT Permian Basin.
The game is part of a multi-team event being held in Jacksonville. Following this contest, UAB will travel to face Middle Tennessee on Dec. 1, while UTEP’s next game is at Seattle on Dec. 7.