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Vokietaitis' 26 points lead Texas past Grambling 93-62 in Austin

Matas Vokietaitis scored 26 points and grabbed nine rebounds as the No. 7 Texas Longhorns defeated the Grambling Tigers 93-62 on Monday at Moody Center.

Owen Iverson· AI-assisted, edited by Jake Team

November 10, 20261 min read

NCAA Men's BasketballFinal
Grambling Tigers62
Texas Longhorns93

November 9, 2026

A Decisive First Half

The Texas Longhorns controlled the pace from the opening tip, outscoring the visiting Grambling Tigers 55-27 in the first half. This early surge established a comfortable lead that the home team would never relinquish. The final score at the buzzer was 93-62 in favor of Texas, securing their third victory of the season.

Vokietaitis Leads the Charge

Matas Vokietaitis was the focal point of the Longhorns' offense, finishing with a game-high 26 points. His performance was anchored by a strong presence on the glass, where he secured nine rebounds. Isaiah Johnson provided essential playmaking support, dishing out four assists to keep the offense flowing. The Longhorns' balanced attack allowed them to maintain their lead throughout both halves.

Grambling's Effort Falls Short

The Grambling Tigers found some success through Mekhi Fitts, who scored 13 points to lead the visitors. Antonio Shannon contributed seven rebounds, while Isaiah Howard recorded two assists. Despite these efforts, the Tigers struggled to keep pace with Texas' offensive tempo. The final score of 62 points reflected the difficulty they faced against the Longhorns' defense.

Season Records

With this win, the Texas Longhorns improve their record to 3-0. The Grambling Tigers drop to 1-1 on the season. The game took place on Monday, November 9, 2026, at Moody Center in Austin, Texas, with an attendance of 10,872. The result underscores the depth and efficiency of the Longhorns' roster as they continue their season.

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Owen Iverson· AI-assisted, edited by Jake Team

Owen Iverson covers Dallas high school and area college sports.

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