Booker’s 24 Points Lead Texas Past FDU in Moody Center

Opening Statement

The No. 6 Texas Longhorns opened their home slate with a commanding 85-65 victory over the Fairleigh Dickinson Knights on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at the Moody Center in Austin. The win improved Texas to 1-0, while FDU fell to 0-2.

Game Flow and Key Performers

Texas established control early, outscoring the visitors 30-8 in the first quarter. Madison Booker was instrumental in this surge, contributing significantly to the offensive output. She finished the game as the top scorer with 24 points and added five assists. Breya Cunningham controlled the glass for Texas, securing 13 rebounds.

Fairleigh Dickinson struggled to match the pace, trailing by double digits for much of the contest. Despite a competitive second quarter where FDU outscored Texas 19-14, the Longhorns regained momentum in the third, winning the period 22-15. The Knights closed with a 23-point fourth quarter, but the deficit was too large to overcome.

Reese Downey led FDU in scoring with 17 points. Ophir Weintraub facilitated the offense with five assists, and Ane Valle grabbed seven rebounds for the visitors. The game drew an attendance of 9,688 at the Moody Center.

Statistical Breakdown

Texas dominated the boards and perimeter shooting, building a lead that never seriously wavered after the opening period. Booker’s efficiency was key, as she combined her scoring with playmaking duties. Cunningham’s rebounding presence provided Texas with crucial second-chance opportunities and defensive stops.

FDU showed resilience in the middle quarters, with Downey hitting multiple three-pointers to keep the team within striking distance. However, inconsistent shooting from the field prevented the Knights from mounting a sustained comeback attempt against a disciplined Texas defense.

Final Results

The final score stood at Texas 85, Fairleigh Dickinson 65. The Longhorns’ balanced attack and strong start set the tone for the entire game. FDU will look to regroup in their next matchup, while Texas continues its season with momentum from this home win.

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