Raiders burn Blazers in Bartow

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – A wild night was sure to be on tap Saturday in Birmingham after Middle Tennessee upset the first place Blazers in Murfreesboro, and the outcome didn't disappoint those in the Blue Raiders' corner.

Middle Tennessee (7-16, 4-6 Conference USA) fought their hearts out in Bartow Arena to earn their sixth straight win in the series against UAB (14-9, 6-4) by a final score of 79-78 and continue to climb the C-USA standings.

"This was a really great team win for us," Head Coach Nick McDevitt said. "To go on the road and win at their place isn't easy, and I also really liked how we won.

"The things we had to do late to win that game required a tough and together team and that's what…