In Dallas, the SMU Mustangs improved to 6-0 with a 100-69 win over Arkansas State. The Ponies were ultra-aggressive on the defensive end of the ball throughout the game and forced a program-record 26 steals and 32 turnovers total, which led to a season-high 51 points. Six players scored in double figures for the Mustangs, with B.J. Edwards recording a triple-double with 24 points, 13 assists, and 10 steals. Kevin "Boopie" Miller scored 17 points and added 7 steals and 6 assists in the win. Jaron Pierre Jr. chipped in 15 points while Samet Yigitoglu scored 14 points, Corey Washington 13, and Jermaine O'Neal contributed 11 for Andy Enfield's crew.