FINAL
January 3, 2026 β’ America First Events Center
NCAAB PREVIEW β’ January 3, 2026
Featured Matchup
Hardwood Matchup: UT Arlington Mavericks meets Southern Utah Thunderbirds at America First Events Center.
UT Arlington Mavericks
Visiting Side
Southern Utah Thunderbirds
Home Side
Team Matchup Analysis Tale of the Tape
Circled Game Matchup Projection
33%
UT Arlington Mavericks
VS
67%
Southern Utah Thunderbirds
Projected Score
UT 70
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SOU 76
Data Confidence
High
Data Used
3 of 4 categories
- Southern Utah Thunderbirds maintains a stronger scoring margin over opponents.
- Southern Utah Thunderbirds shoots at a higher clip from the floor.
UT Arlington Mavericks
STAT
Southern Utah Thunderbirds
Situational Context Environment
Venue Advantage
Host Southern Utah Thunderbirds plays on familiar turf at America First Events Center.
Conditions
Conditions: Dome/Indoor
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Circled Game Analytical Outlook
Circled Game Takeaway
Why UT Arlington Mavericks Could Win
UT Arlington Mavericks generates 72.5 points per game while shooting 43.7%.
Why Southern Utah Thunderbirds Could Win
Southern Utah Thunderbirds produces 74.0 points per game on 46.1% shooting.
Deciding Factor
The deciding factor will be if Southern Utah Thunderbirds's more efficient shooting can break down the defense.
Game Details
America First Events Center
Dome/Indoor
Attendance
N/A
Closing Odds
Line: NL | O/U: TBD
Team Leaders
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Roster Information Unavailable
Player leaders will be available shortly.
Consensus Pool
Closed Poll
Circle Crowd Pick Meter
UT Arlington Mavericks (44.4%)
Southern Utah Thunderbirds (55.6%)
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