FORT WORTH, Texas — The Men’s Basketball team continued its remarkable run of form, earning its fifth consecutive victory with a hard-fought win over TCU at Schollmaier Arena on Wednesday night. In a matchup that lived up to the Big 12 Conference’s competitive reputation, the visitors managed to outlast the Horned Frogs 78-72, securing another key road victory and solidifying their place near the top of the conference standings.
Led by a standout performance from their star guard, who poured in 23 points with 6 assists and 5 rebounds, the team maintained composure through a physical 40 minutes of play. The win marked the fifth straight triumph over TCU in Fort Worth, extending a streak that dates back to 2019 and proving once again that they have the Horned Frogs’ number on their home court.
The first half saw TCU come out aggressively, capitalizing on early turnovers to build a 10-point lead midway through the period. However, a late surge before halftime, powered by back-to-back three-pointers and key defensive stops, brought the game level at 34-34 heading into the break.
Coming out of the locker room, the visitors shifted into another gear. They opened the second half with a 12-4 run, forcing TCU into foul trouble and taking control of the pace. The Horned Frogs tried to counter behind their leading scorer, who finished with 19 points and 8 rebounds, but they struggled to regain momentum as shooting woes and turnovers plagued their late-game execution.
Defense played a major role in the victory, with the visitors forcing 14 TCU turnovers and converting them into 18 fast-break points. Their ability to switch seamlessly on the perimeter and contest shots limited TCU to just 39% shooting from the field, well below their season average.
“This was a big-time win for our group,” said head coach [Coach’s Name] following the game. “Coming into Fort Worth and getting a result like this against a tough, well-coached team like TCU says a lot about where we are right now. We’re getting contributions from everyone, and that’s what makes us dangerous.”
With this latest win, the team improves to [insert updated record], positioning themselves well for the final stretch of the regular season. Their eyes now turn to their next matchup, a home showdown against another ranked conference rival, where they will aim to keep the momentum going.
As for TCU, the loss drops them to [insert TCU’s updated record], and they will look to regroup before their next outing as they fight to stay in contention for an NCAA Tournament berth.
The energy, execution, and resilience on display in Fort Worth were yet another sign that this team is peaking at the right time — and if this streak is any indication, they are just getting started.
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