The WVU men's basketball team secured a 72-65 victory over UCF on Senior Day, solidifying their NCAA Tournament bid and earning a first-round bye in the Big 12 Tournament. After building a 27-point first-half lead, the Mountaineers withstood a strong UCF comeback attempt. Javon Small led the team with 25 points and 9 assists, while Jonathan Powell delivered clutch three-pointers in the second half, finishing with 15 points. Amani Hansberry contributed a double-double with 18 points and 10 rebounds. Coach Darian DeVries praised the team's resilience and Small's exceptional season. The win improved WVU's record to 19-12 overall and 10-10 in the Big 12.