BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Shockers claimed their first American Athletic Conference victory, defeating UAB 82-70 Saturday evening in Bartow Arena.
and led Wichita State with 24 points apiece, a career high for Murray and career high tying performance for Blow. Murray also led the team in rebounding with nine, and Blow shot a perfect 10-for-10 from the free throw line, becoming the first Wichita State player since Seraphine Bastin in 2020 to shoot 100 percent from the line with at least 10 attempts.
The Shockers out-rebounded the Blazers 45-41 and recorded 15 assists with just eight turnovers.