Wichita St defeats UAB 70-75

Wichita St's Dramatic Comeback Thrills at Bartow Arena

In a heart-stopping conference matchup, Wichita State University (WSU) erased a 13-point halftime deficit to secure a thrilling 75-70 victory over the host University of Alabama-Birmingham (UAB) at Bartow Arena on New Year's Eve.

The game began with UAB leading 42-29 at intermission, but WSU stormed back in the second half, outscoring UAB 46-28 to take a commanding lead. Kenyon Giles led the way for Wichita State, netting 26 points, including eight successful three-point attempts that showcased his deadly accuracy from beyond the arc.

Giles' impressive performance was complemented by Will Berg's ten rebounds and nine points, while Dre Kindell chipped in with four assists to help propel his team to victory. For UAB, Daniel Rivera paced the offense with 18 points and five rebounds, but ultimately fell short as his teammates struggled to find their rhythm.

The largest lead of the game was held by Wichita State at just five points, a testament to the resilience and determination displayed by both teams throughout the contest. Advanced statistics revealed that Wichita State's true shooting percentage stood at an impressive 55.1%, while UAB's eFG% remained at a respectable 46.5%.

The win moves Wichita State up in conference standings, while UAB falls further behind. The thrilling comeback serves as a statement of intent for both teams heading into the remainder of their conference schedules.

With the clock ticking down, Wichita State took control of the game with precision and poise. As the buzzer sounded, the visiting team celebrated an impressive 75-70 victory over UAB, cementing its place in the hearts of fans across the country.