Desmond Claude scores 26 points, helps Southern Cal hold off UT Arlington 98-95

Desmond Claude scored 26 points and made consecutive shots down the stretch to help Southern California beat UT Arlington 98-95 on Wednesday night. Claude made a layup and jumper to give USC a 94-90 lead with 19 seconds left. Jaxon Ellingsworth hit a 3-pointer to pull UTA to 94-93 with 12 seconds to go before Terrance Williams II and Saint Thomas each made a pair of free throws.

Louisiana Tech wins 76-66 over UMass

Amaree Abram had 19 points in Louisiana Tech's 76-66 win over UMass on Wednesday. Abram also contributed six rebounds and three steals for the Bulldogs (3-0). Sean Newman Jr. added 14 points and 12 assists.

Dusell scores 17, Nevada takes down Weber State 88-58

Xavier Dusell scored 17 points as Nevada beat Weber State 88-58 on Wednesday. Dusell went 6 of 9 from the field (5 for 7 from 3-point range) for the Wolf Pack (3-0). Justin McBride scored 16 points while shooting 5 for 9 (1 for 3 from 3-point range) and 5 of 6 from the free-throw line.