Vokietaitis Scores 22 as No. 7 Texas Rout Chicago State 109-59

A Dominant Home Performance

Matas Vokietaitis provided the offensive spark for the Texas Longhorns, finishing with 22 points in a 109-59 victory over the Chicago State Cougars. The game was played at Moody Center in Austin, Texas, on Monday, November 2, 2026, in front of a crowd of 10,892. The Longhorns (1-0) controlled the pace from the opening tip, establishing a lead that never wavered.

Chicago State (0-1) struggled to find consistent rhythm against the home defense, falling short in every statistical category.

Early Momentum Shifts

The first half set the tone for the remainder of the contest. Texas took a 56-30 lead into the second half, outscoring the Cougars 26 points in that period alone. Key contributions from Austin Goosby, who recorded eight assists, helped facilitate smooth ball movement.

Amari Evans also anchored the frontcourt with seven rebounds. The Longhorns’ ability to convert early into high-percentage shots limited Chicago State’s opportunities to build momentum.

Second-Half Control

The second half saw Texas extend their advantage further. The Cougars managed 29 points in the final period, but it was not enough to close the significant gap. Will Lovings-Watts was the leading scorer for Chicago State with 13 points, while Mike Price contributed five assists.

Despite efforts from the visiting team, the Longhorns maintained their offensive efficiency, closing out the game with a 53-29 scoring margin in the second half.

Final Records and Context

The result improves the Texas Longhorns’ record to 1-0, marking a strong start to their season. Chicago State drops to 0-1 following the defeat. The game featured no overtime periods, concluding with the final score of 109-59. All statistics reflect the official box score from the matchup at Moody Center.

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