Kansas Holds Off North Carolina 92-89 After Blowing 20-Point Lead
No. 1 Kansas managed to edge No. 9 North Carolina 92-89 in a thrilling game in Lawrence, Kansas, despite nearly letting a 20-point lead slip away. Hunter Dickinson delivered in crunch time, making a decisive layup with 1:17 remaining. Dickinson ended the night with a double-double, scoring 20 points and grabbing 10 rebounds, while Zeke Mayo led Kansas with 21 points. This victory was a tense rematch of the 2022 national championship game, where Kansas rallied from a deficit to beat North Carolina. Seth Trimble led North Carolina with 19 points, and RJ Davis added 16 for the Tar Heels.
Alabama Fends Off Arkansas State’s Upset Bid, Wins 88-79
In Tuscaloosa, No. 2 Alabama fought off a determined Arkansas State team to secure an 88-79 win. Mark Sears led the Crimson Tide with 19 points, while Clifford Omoruyi contributed 12 points and nine rebounds. Alabama maintained its edge in a competitive game, as Arkansas State’s Kobe Julien scored 20 points and Taryn Todd added 18 in a strong effort from the Red Wolves.
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Duke Dominates Army 100-58 with Six Players in Double Figures
No. 7 Duke cruised past Army in Durham, North Carolina, with a commanding 100-58 victory. Kon Knueppel led Duke’s balanced scoring attack with 15 points, and Tyrese Proctor added 14. Duke’s bench also shined, with Sion James and Khaman Maluach contributing double-digit points. Jalen Rucker led Army with 17 points, including five 3-pointers, though Army struggled from deep as a team, shooting only 3-for-20 beyond Rucker’s efforts.
Texas A&M Bounces Back, Defeats East Texas A&M 87-55
No. 13 Texas A&M shook off an early-season upset loss to overpower East Texas A&M 87-55 in College Station. Zhuric Phelps led the Aggies with 18 points and five rebounds as Texas A&M jumped out to an early lead and never looked back. East Texas A&M, still seeking its first win, was led by Scooter Williams Jr., who scored 12 points.
Purduette Pulls Away Late to Defeat George Mason 82-63
David Joplin’s 27-point, 10-rebound performance led No. 18 Marquette to an 82-63 victory over George Mason in Milwaukee. Kam Jones contributed 24 points and eight assists as Marquette closed the game on a 21-4 run to avoid an upset. George Mason’s Darius Maddox scored 20 points, keeping the Patriots competitive until Marquette’s late surge.
Texas Surges Past Houston Christian 90-59
No. 19 Texas overpowered Houston Christian in a 90-59 win in Austin, with freshman Tre Johnson leading all scorers with 28 points. The Longhorns used a balanced offensive approach, with five players in double figures. Houston Christian’s Julian Mackey managed 20 points, but Texas proved too strong, especially in the second half.
Cincinnati Defeats Morehead State 83-56 Despite Injuries
Short-handed No. 20 Cincinnati dominated Morehead State 83-56. Even with key players Day Day Thomas and Dan Skillings Jr. sidelined, Cincinnati showcased balanced scoring and stifling defense. Dillon Mitchell scored 14 points, as the Bearcats cruised to a comfortable win. Kenny White Jr. led Morehead State with 10 points.
New Mexico Upsets No. 22 UCLA 72-64
New Mexico toppled No. 22 UCLA 72-64 in Henderson, Nevada, with Nelly Junior Joseph recording a double-double with 16 points and 12 rebounds. The Lobos led by 11 at halftime and never trailed, with Donovan Dent adding 17 points and eight assists. UCLA’s Tyler Bilodeau scored a game-high 23 points and added 15 rebounds, but it wasn’t enough to close the gap.
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Ole Miss Rallies to Edge Grambling State 66-64
No. 24 Ole Miss narrowly defeated Grambling State 66-64 after overcoming a double-digit deficit. Dre Davis scored 13 points, and Jaylen Murray’s late free throws secured the Rebels’ second win. Jaemyn Brakefield’s 3-pointer capped a 20-0 run for Ole Miss early in the second half. Grambling State’s Mikale Stevenson led with 16 points, and Ernest Ross added 14, keeping the Tigers in contention until the final seconds.
