Texas Dominates Gardner-Webb 98-50 Behind Vokietaitis' Double-Double

A Lopsided Start Defines the Night

The Texas Longhorns established control almost immediately upon tipping off against the Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs, turning a competitive opening into a decisive advantage by the end of the first half. Playing at home in Austin on Thursday, November 5, 2026, Texas utilized an explosive 54-point first quarter to build a lead that Gardner-Webb could never breach.

The Longhorns (2-0) finished with a commanding 98-50 victory over the visiting Runnin' Bulldogs (0-2).

Vokietaitis Leads the Way

Matas Vokietaitis was the standout performer for Texas, finishing with 16 points and seven rebounds. His impact was felt throughout the contest, including early scoring plays that helped set the tone. He opened the game with a dunk, later adding another score in the second half alongside free throws to secure his double-double performance.

Gardner-Webb’s top scorer was Mikhali Pocknett, who contributed 12 points and five rebounds for the Bulldogs. Despite Pocknett’s efforts, including several layups and jump shots, the Runnin' Bulldogs struggled to keep pace with Texas’s offensive output. Jackson Skipper provided two assists for Gardner-Webb but could not overcome the early deficit.

First-Half Surge Creates Insurmountable Lead

The game’s trajectory was set in the opening period. Texas outscored Gardner-Webb 54-20 in the first half, a margin that proved too large to close. The Longhorns’ offense flowed with precision, while their defense held the Bulldogs to just 20 points despite several scoring drives by Mikhali Pocknett and others.

Texas continued to extend its advantage in the second half, outscoring Gardner-Webb 44-30 in the final period. The Runnin' Bulldogs managed to score 30 points in the second quarter but could not match Texas’s consistent scoring. Elyjah Freeman facilitated the Longhorns’ offense with four assists, helping to distribute the ball and keep the pressure on Gardner-Webb.

Final Whistle and Records

The game concluded at the Moody Center with an attendance of 10,807. The final score reflected Texas’s complete control: 98-50. With this win, Texas improves to 2-0 on the season, while Gardner-Webb falls to 0-2. No playoff implications or series context were relevant to this regular-season matchup.

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