Smith scores 18 off the bench, UT Arlington beats Evansville 80-54

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Diante Smith led UT Arlington over Evansville on Wednesday night with 18 points off of the bench in an 80-54 win.

Smith also contributed eight rebounds for the Mavericks (6-6). Lance Ware scored 14 points while going 5 of 9 and 4 of 7 from the free-throw line and added 13 rebounds and three steals. Jaden Wells had 12 points and went 4 of 11 from the field (3 for 8 from 3-point range).

Tayshawn Comer led the Purple Aces (3-8, 0-1 Missouri Valley Conference) in scoring, finishing with 20 points and four assists. Michael Day added nine points for Evansville. Tanner Cuff also put up seven points and 10 rebounds.

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Both teams play on Saturday. UT Arlington visits Liberty and Evansville travels to play Ball State.

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