Potter scores 23 as Utah Tech beats Tarleton State 75-71

By Canadian Press on January 17, 2026.

ST. GEORGE, Utah (AP) — Ethan Potter’s 23 points helped Utah Tech defeat Tarleton State 75-71 on Saturday.

Potter also had seven rebounds for the Trailblazers (10-10, 3-3 Western Athletic Conference). Noah Bolanga scored 16 points while shooting 5 for 7 (3 for 4 from 3-point range) and 3 of 4 from the free-throw line. Chance Trujillo shot 4 for 11, including 3 for 8 from beyond the arc to finish with 13 points.

The Texans (11-8, 2-4) were led in scoring by Cam McDowell, who finished with 25 points, five assists and three steals. Chris Mpaka added 11 points and seven rebounds for Tarleton State. Dior Johnson had 11 points and two steals.

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