>>01.21.06
UTD Combines For 10 Three-Pointers
To Win Third Game In Last Four
UTD 75, Louisiana College 65

PINEVILLE, LA - The University of Texas at Dallas men's basketball team picked up its third win in its last four games Saturday afternoon with a 75-65 victory over Louisiana College.

Jay Swafford (near right) had a team-high 20 points, hitting four three-pointers, while Kersh Milson (far right) had a double-double with 13 points and 11 rebounds. Martin Salinas finished the weekend with 33 points after scoring 17 against the Wildcats.

The victory improved UTD's record to 5-10, but more importantly, 5-7 in ASC play. Louisiana College dropped to 4-11, 4-8.

After the score was tied at 18-18 midway through the first half, the Comets opened the game up by going on a 10-0 run, sparked by Salinas and Swafford three-pointers, to go up 28-18. At halftime, UTD led, 37-27. The Comets then stretched their advantage out to as much as 16 points (69-53) with 6:00 remaining. UTD then held off any late charge and finished with the 10-point win.

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