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The UAB Blazers men's basketball team, led by a standout performance from guard Chance Westry, defeated the Rice Owls with a final score of 71-65 on Saturday at Bartow Arena in Birmingham, Alabama, to secure a critical victory in their conference schedule. Westry delivered a career-high 22 points, serving as the offensive catalyst for the Blazers in a game where they needed to stave off a late-game surge from their opponents. The victory reinforces UAB's competitive standing as they look to build momentum in the American Athletic Conference (AAC) standings. Throughout the contest, UAB maintained a steady lead, but Rice remained within striking distance by capitalizing on perimeter shooting and defensive transitions. The Blazers' success was largely attributed to their ability to control the paint and find efficient scoring opportunities for Westry, who showed versatility by scoring both at the rim and from beyond the arc. Despite the Owls' efforts to close the gap in the final minutes of the second half, the Blazers' disciplined free-throw shooting and late-game defensive stops ensured they maintained their advantage until the final buzzer. In addition to Westry's offensive explosion, the game was characterized by a physical battle on the boards and high-intensity defensive rotations from both programs. Rice's offensive efforts were hampered by UAB’s rim protection, which forced the Owls into difficult shot selections during pivotal possessions. This win marks a significant step for head coach Andy Kennedy's squad as they continue to refine their rotations and establish consistency in their scoring output during the mid-season stretch. Moving forward, Rice will look to bounce back from the road loss, while UAB prepares to translate this home-court success into their upcoming away fixtures.