Texas-Arlington Knocks Off Memphis 68-64
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MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) - Kevin Hervey had 22 points and 11 rebounds as Texas-Arlington knocked off Memphis 68-64 on Monday night for its second upset victory in three days.
The Mavericks (3-1) beat Ohio State 73-68 on the road on Friday night.
Jalen Jones was 7 of 13 from the floor for 15 points and Erick Neal added 13 as the Mavericks rolled to a 31-21 lead at the break.
Memphis charged back to take a 50-44 lead following Avery Woodson's 3-point jumper midway in the second half.
The Mavericks retook the lead 58-55 with 3:09 left following Nathan Hawkins' layup and Neal's three free throws.
Hervey hit two straight jump shots and slammed home a dunk with 18 seconds left to seal the win.
Ricky Tarrant Jr. had 21 points for Memphis (2-2).
The Mavericks made just 26 of 78 shots from the floor, but the Tigers only got 16 of 54 to fall.
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