The University of Alabama at Birmingham Athletics
Sunday, January 14
Boca Raton, Fla.
11 a.m.
UAB
at
Florida Atlantic
Photo by: Sully Ortega
Men's Basketball Faces No. 24 Florida Atlantic in American Hoops Showcase
1/13/2024 11:39:00 AM | Men's Basketball
BIRMINGHAM - UAB men's basketball (10-5, 2-0 AAC) will face a ranked opponent for the first time this season on the road at No. 24 Florida Atlantic (11-4, 2-1 AAC). Tipoff is set for 11 a.m. CT on Sunday.
The Blazers' matchup with FAU is the first American Hoops Showcase game of the season. The conference will produce additional content surrounding and during the game.
WATCH
Sunday's game will stream live on ESPN+.
LISTEN
David Crane and Mo Finley will call the game for UAB on 100.5 ESPN JOX 2.
SERIES HISTORY
The Blazers lead the all-time series 13-5. The two teams met three times last season with the Owls taking two of the three matchups, including the C-USA championship game.
LAST TIME OUT
UAB moved to 2-0 in conference play with a 75-71 win over South Florida on Sunday. Yaxel Lendeborg posted his third-straight double-double with 23 points and 15 rebounds. Alejandro Vasquez added 17 points to reach double figures for the first time since December 1 vs. Southern Miss.
STOCK RISING
Yaxel Lendeborg is beginning to find his rhythm in his debut season at UAB. The junior forward had a breakout game on the offensive end against Furman where he filled up the stat sheet with 19 points, 10 rebounds, five blocks, three assists and two steals, all while shooting 8-for-10 from the field. He earned AAC Player of the Week honors after putting up 24 points and grabbing 15 rebounds in a win over UNC Asheville and followed up that performance with 23 points, 15 rebounds and seven blocks at UTSA. So far this season, he has blocked a shot in every game. The 6'9" forward is averaging 12.3 points, 9.3 rebounds and 2.3 blocks per game early in his
career.
STEPPING UP
Highlight-reel plays marked Eric Gaines' first season in Birmingham with two SportsCenter Top Ten appearances and numerous high-flying dunks. After averaging 11.5 points and 4.3 assists per game, Gaines will play an even larger role as the only returning player to average double-digit points per game last season. The Almanac named Eric Gaines as its Preseason AAC Player of the Year heading into the season, citing his talent on both ends of the floor. Gaines has upped his scoring numbers while maintaning his defensive prowess early in the season for UAB, averaging 12.4 points, 3.87 rebounds, 4.9 assists and 2.6 steals per game.
TICKET INFORMATION
Single game tickets are on sale for as low as $12. Follow this link or call the UAB Athletics Ticket Office at (205) 975-UAB1 for more information.
GROUP AND PREMIUM TICKETS
Individual and corporate groups can plan an unforgettable experience during any of UAB's 18 home events this season by filling out the UAB Basketball Group Ticket Request Form. Fan experience packages and discounted group tickets are available for a minimum purchase of 15 tickets, and fan experiences at Bartow Arena are available at any home basketball game on a first come, first served basis throughout the season.
In addition, a limited number of premium seating options also remain at Bartow Arena and provides fans and corporations the ability to enjoy the exclusive amenities offered at Bartow Arena while experiencing the action from midcourt views. Call Blazer Boosters at (205) 996-9969 to learn more.
POWER UP
UAB Athletics is excited to officially compete in the American Athletic Conference and needs Blazer Nation to Power Up by becoming a 2023 Blazer Boosters member. Join Blazer Boosters today as UAB student-athletes complete for championships, graduate with honors, and make a difference in our community.
FOLLOW THE BLAZERS
For more information on the UAB men's basketball team, follow @UAB_MBB on Twitter and Instagram.
The Blazers' matchup with FAU is the first American Hoops Showcase game of the season. The conference will produce additional content surrounding and during the game.
WATCH
Sunday's game will stream live on ESPN+.
LISTEN
David Crane and Mo Finley will call the game for UAB on 100.5 ESPN JOX 2.
SERIES HISTORY
The Blazers lead the all-time series 13-5. The two teams met three times last season with the Owls taking two of the three matchups, including the C-USA championship game.
LAST TIME OUT
UAB moved to 2-0 in conference play with a 75-71 win over South Florida on Sunday. Yaxel Lendeborg posted his third-straight double-double with 23 points and 15 rebounds. Alejandro Vasquez added 17 points to reach double figures for the first time since December 1 vs. Southern Miss.
STOCK RISING
Yaxel Lendeborg is beginning to find his rhythm in his debut season at UAB. The junior forward had a breakout game on the offensive end against Furman where he filled up the stat sheet with 19 points, 10 rebounds, five blocks, three assists and two steals, all while shooting 8-for-10 from the field. He earned AAC Player of the Week honors after putting up 24 points and grabbing 15 rebounds in a win over UNC Asheville and followed up that performance with 23 points, 15 rebounds and seven blocks at UTSA. So far this season, he has blocked a shot in every game. The 6'9" forward is averaging 12.3 points, 9.3 rebounds and 2.3 blocks per game early in his
career.
STEPPING UP
Highlight-reel plays marked Eric Gaines' first season in Birmingham with two SportsCenter Top Ten appearances and numerous high-flying dunks. After averaging 11.5 points and 4.3 assists per game, Gaines will play an even larger role as the only returning player to average double-digit points per game last season. The Almanac named Eric Gaines as its Preseason AAC Player of the Year heading into the season, citing his talent on both ends of the floor. Gaines has upped his scoring numbers while maintaning his defensive prowess early in the season for UAB, averaging 12.4 points, 3.87 rebounds, 4.9 assists and 2.6 steals per game.
TICKET INFORMATION
Single game tickets are on sale for as low as $12. Follow this link or call the UAB Athletics Ticket Office at (205) 975-UAB1 for more information.
GROUP AND PREMIUM TICKETS
Individual and corporate groups can plan an unforgettable experience during any of UAB's 18 home events this season by filling out the UAB Basketball Group Ticket Request Form. Fan experience packages and discounted group tickets are available for a minimum purchase of 15 tickets, and fan experiences at Bartow Arena are available at any home basketball game on a first come, first served basis throughout the season.
In addition, a limited number of premium seating options also remain at Bartow Arena and provides fans and corporations the ability to enjoy the exclusive amenities offered at Bartow Arena while experiencing the action from midcourt views. Call Blazer Boosters at (205) 996-9969 to learn more.
POWER UP
UAB Athletics is excited to officially compete in the American Athletic Conference and needs Blazer Nation to Power Up by becoming a 2023 Blazer Boosters member. Join Blazer Boosters today as UAB student-athletes complete for championships, graduate with honors, and make a difference in our community.
FOLLOW THE BLAZERS
For more information on the UAB men's basketball team, follow @UAB_MBB on Twitter and Instagram.
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