University of Cincinnati drained 15 threes at Fifth Third Arena, the moment that sealed it

University of Cincinnati rolled through Tarleton State at Fifth Third Arena. The Bearcats shot with relentless pace. Read how Cincinnati built control and closed the game.

University of Cincinnati finds its rhythm from deep

Cincinnati paced the game with consistent perimeter shooting that stretched the defense. The team made a season-high number of 3-pointers and punished closeouts early.

The hot shooting came from multiple players, led by Kerr Kriisa and Day Day Thomas. That balance forced Tarleton State to rotate and concede open looks.

The perimeter success let Cincinnati control the tempo and limit Tarleton State fast break chances. Offensive movement and spacing produced high-quality attempts.

How Cincinnati attacked the paint and the glass

Cincinnati paired outside shooting with aggressive rebounding to keep second chances. The Bearcats grabbed a clear margin on the boards and converted extra opportunities.

Baba Miller provided interior scoring and cleaned the glass with a double-double. Moustapha Thiam altered shots and protected the rim with multiple blocks.

That inside presence prevented Tarleton State from mounting long runs. Cincinnati mixed drives and kick-outs to maintain offensive flow.

Team stats and scoring summary

The box score reflects balanced scoring and efficient shooting from Cincinnati. The Bearcats hit a high percentage from three and moved the ball well.

Team	Score
Tarleton State	58
Cincinnati	76

The table above shows the verified final numbers from the official box score. Cincinnati also posted a notable edge in rebounds and assisted baskets.

Key moments and turning points

Cincinnati established separation with a big second-half run that flipped momentum. A two-handed alley-oop highlighted the swing and energized the crowd.

That sequence came after a string of successful kick-out threes and offensive rebounds. Tarleton State cut the lead at times, but Cincinnati answered quickly.

Coach adjustments and bench contributions kept the Bearcats ahead during the final stretch. The team finished with disciplined offense and timely defense.

“I thought we did a good job with our movement. You could see the movement early.”

— Wes Miller, Cincinnati head coach

What’s next for the Bearcats?

Cincinnati heads to Xavier for the Crosstown Shootout at Cintas Center on Friday. The Bearcats will aim to carry this shooting confidence into that rivalry game.

Health and rotation depth will matter against a physical opponent like Xavier. Cincinnati will need the same perimeter spacing and interior defense to win on the road.

Sources

• University of Cincinnati Athletics – official game recap and box score
• AP News – game summary and top performers
• ESPN – box score and game notes