In a thrilling showdown at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, Texas, Jason Edwards showcased his scoring prowess by scoring a season-high 30 points, guiding Vanderbilt to an 83-74 win over TCU in the USLBM Coast-to-Coast Challenge. Edwards' outburst marked a significant milestone in his career, being his sixth 30-point game and his first as a Commodore. Vanderbilt, with a record of 9-1, demonstrated a balanced scoring attack, with 10 points from Devin McGlockton and nine each from Tyler Nickel and Tyler Tanner. TCU, with a 5-4 record, had four players contributing 11 points each, with Trazarien White, David Punch, Ernest Udeh Jr., and Brendan Wenzel leading the scoring for the Frogs.

Back-and-Forth Battle with 13 Ties and 15 Lead Changes

The Sunday game was a back-and-forth affair, featuring 13 ties and 15 lead changes. Neither team held a significant lead in the first half, with the score tied at 38-38 before Vanderbilt took a 41-38 lead at the break. Tyler Nickel's three-pointer at the buzzer proved to be crucial. Edwards scored 17 of his 30 points in the first 20 minutes, setting the tone for the Commodores. In the second half, the tight contest continued as both teams traded the lead until the midway point. Vanderbilt led 59-58 with nine minutes to play before launching a decisive 9-0 run, fueled by four quick points from Jaylen Carey and one of Tyler Tanner's five steals on the day.