Booker's 24 points lead No. 6 Texas past Fairleigh Dickinson

Booker Powers Texas to Victory

Madison Booker led the Texas Longhorns with 24 points in an 85-65 victory over the Fairleigh Dickinson Knights at Moody Center on Wednesday, November 4, 2026. The home team, ranked No. 6, improved to a 1-0 record, while the visiting Knights dropped to 0-2. Breya Cunningham contributed significantly on the glass, recording 13 rebounds for Austin. Attendance at the venue stood at 9,688.

First Half Momentum

Texas established an early lead, outscoring Fairleigh Dickinson 30-8 in the first quarter. Booker and Cunningham were central to the offensive surge, with Booker adding five assists in the game. The Longhorns held a commanding 44-24 lead at the half.

Despite a 14-19 deficit in the second quarter, where the Knights scored 19 points, Texas maintained control. Reese Downey provided a spark for the visitors with 17 points total, while Ophir Weintraub distributed the ball with five assists.

Closing the Game

The third quarter saw Texas extend their advantage, finishing the half with a 66-42 lead. Booker continued her efficient scoring, while Cunningham secured key rebounds. In the final quarter, the Knights managed 23 points, but Texas responded with 19 to seal the result.

The final score remained 85-65. The Longhorns' balanced attack, highlighted by Booker’s scoring and Cunningham’s rebounding, proved decisive against the Knights' efforts. The game concluded with Texas securing their first win of the season.

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