The UTEP Men’s Basketball team rallied past Liberty with a game-closing 24-3 run to secure a 66-57 victory in the Conference USA Championships quarterfinals. This comeback marks the largest at the CUSA Tournament for the Miners since 2005-06 and their largest this season, advancing them to the semifinals against Sam Houston on Friday.

The Big Picture

UTEP’s resilient performance showcases their ability to overcome deficits and secure critical victories, setting the stage for a challenging matchup in the semifinals.

By the Numbers
  • UTEP closed the game with a 24-3 run, the largest rally at the CUSA Tournament this season.
  • UTEP recorded 11 steals in the contest, securing their 21st game with 10 or more thefts this year.
State of Play
  • UTEP, winners of four consecutive games, will face top-seed Sam Houston in the CUSA semifinals.
  • Sam Houston, on an eight-game winning streak, presents a formidable challenge for UTEP in the upcoming matchup.
What's Next

UTEP will confront the challenge of overcoming Sam Houston, aiming to continue their winning streak and advance further in the Conference USA Championships.

Bottom Line

UTEP's remarkable comeback victory against Liberty underscores their resilience and sets the stage for an intense showdown against Sam Houston in the semifinals, highlighting the team's determination and ability to rise to challenges.