Panthers Edge Tigers in Close Contest
Monday, February 16, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · William J. Nicks Building
Prairie View A&M Panthers 68, Grambling Tigers 63, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Grambling Tigers vs Prairie View A&M Panthers?
Prairie View A&M Panthers beat Grambling Tigers 68-63 at William J. Nicks Building on February 16, 2026.
Who was favored in Grambling Tigers vs Prairie View A&M Panthers?
Grambling Tigers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -125 (about 56% implied). The underdog won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Prairie View A&M Panthers secured a 68-63 victory over the Grambling Tigers at the William J. Nicks Building. This win marks a significant moment for the Panthers, who have struggled recently but managed to turn the tide against their rivals. The Panthers' home record stands at 10-16, while the Tigers hold an away record of 11-14. The odds from DraftKings had Grambling as a slight favorite, with a spread of 1.5 points, reflecting the competitive nature of this fixture.
Both teams entered the game with recent struggles. Prairie View A&M's form over the last ten games was 3-6-1, including a three-game losing streak leading up to this matchup. They averaged 71.5 points scored and allowed 73.0 points per game during this stretch. In contrast, Grambling's record over their last ten games was 4-6, with a two-game losing streak. The Tigers averaged 68.7 points scored and 68.1 points allowed in that same timeframe.
At home, the Panthers had a record of 3-2 in their last five games, while they struggled significantly on the road with an 0-4 record. Conversely, the Tigers had a balanced home and away record, both standing at 2-3 in their last five games. The previous meetings between these two teams showed a competitive edge for Grambling, who led the head-to-head record 2-1 before this game, having won their last two encounters.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details on player availability, but the impact of injuries can often be significant in close games like this. The conditions during the game were not detailed, but the atmosphere in the venue likely played a role in the Panthers' performance, as home-court advantage can be a critical factor in college basketball.
As the game unfolded, scoring plays highlighted the back-and-forth nature of the contest. Key moments included free throws from Jamil Muttilib and Dontae Horne, who contributed crucial points in the second half. Horne's performance, particularly with his late free throws, proved vital in sealing the victory for the Panthers.
The Panthers' win probability was calculated at 1.0 by the end of the game, indicating a complete turnaround from their recent form. This victory not only boosts their confidence but also adds a critical win to their record as they look to build on this momentum moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | GRAM -1.5 | 151.5 o -105 / u -115 | Grambling Tigers -125 · Prairie View A&M Panthers +105 |
Leaders
- PointsDontae Horne26Prairie View A&M Panthers
- AssistsDontae Horne3Prairie View A&M Panthers
- ReboundsDontae Horne8Prairie View A&M Panthers
- PointsJamil Muttilib25Grambling Tigers
- AssistsRoderick Coffee III7Grambling Tigers
- ReboundsJamil Muttilib10Grambling Tigers
Recent form
Prairie View A&M Panthers
Last 10: 3-6-1Streak L371.5 scored · 73 allowed per game3-2 at home
- L82-87vs Southern JaguarsFeb 14
- L96-100at Florida A&M RattlersFeb 10
- L76-82at Bethune-Cookman WildcatsFeb 7
- W85-78vs Texas Southern TigersJan 31
- D0-0vs Alabama A&M BulldogsJan 27
- L80-95vs Alabama State HornetsJan 24
- L75-76at Alcorn State BravesJan 19
- L78-82at Jackson State TigersJan 17
- W73-61vs Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden LionsJan 13
- W70-69vs Mississippi Valley State Delta DevilsJan 10
Grambling Tigers
Last 10: 4-6Streak L268.7 scored · 68.1 allowed per game2-3 away
- L79-82at Texas Southern TigersFeb 14
- L58-66vs Alabama A&M BulldogsFeb 10
- W57-47vs Alabama State HornetsFeb 7
- L64-67vs Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden LionsFeb 5
- W74-50at Alcorn State BravesFeb 3
- W69-66at Jackson State TigersJan 31
- L53-71vs Southern JaguarsJan 17
- L84-91at Florida A&M RattlersJan 13
- L65-74at Bethune-Cookman WildcatsJan 10
- W84-67vs Texas Southern TigersJan 6
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bethune-Cookman | 17-15 | - | 14-4 |
| Southern | 17-17 | 3 | 11-7 |
| Florida A&M | 15-16 | 3 | 11-7 |
| Alabama A&M | 18-15 | 4 | 10-8 |
| Arkansas-Pine Bluff | 13-19 | 4 | 10-8 |
| Texas Southern | 12-18 | 4 | 10-8 |
| Jackson State | 12-21 | 4 | 10-8 |
| Prairie View A&M | 19-18 | 5 | 9-9 |
| Grambling | 14-19 | 7 | 7-11 |
| Alabama State | 10-22 | 7 | 7-11 |
| Alcorn State | 9-23 | 7 | 7-11 |
| Mississippi Valley State | 3-30 | 12 | 2-16 |
Box score
| Stat | Grambling Tigers | Prairie View A&M Panthers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 23-61 | 22-55 |
| Field goal % | 38 | 40 |
| Three-pointers | 7-17 | 1-11 |
| Three-point % | 41 | 9 |
| Free throws | 10-11 | 23-29 |
| Free throw % | 91 | 79 |
| Rebounds | 36 | 29 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 23 | 21 |
| Assists | 8 | 8 |
| Steals | 6 | 5 |
| Blocks | 2 | 13 |
| Turnovers | 17 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 2 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 2 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 8 | 16 |
| Fast-break points | 8 | 8 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 34 |
| Fouls | 23 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 6 | 16 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 29 | 67 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half33-35Marcel Bryant makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half36-35Jamil Muttilib makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half37-35Jimel Lane makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half38-35Jimel Lane makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half38-36Dontae Horne makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half38-38Dontae Horne makes 17-foot jumper
- 2nd Half40-38Jimel Lane makes 17-foot jumper
- 2nd Half42-38Roderick Coffee III makes 9-foot jumper
- 2nd Half42-40Cory Wells makes layup
- 2nd Half44-40Jimel Lane makes layup
- 2nd Half44-41Elijah Mitchell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half44-42Elijah Mitchell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half47-42Derrius Ward makes 26-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half47-44Dontae Horne makes 10-foot jumper
- 2nd Half47-46Cory Wells makes 6-foot jumper (Lance Williams assists)
- 2nd Half50-46Jamil Muttilib makes 28-foot three point jumper (Roderick Coffee III assists)
- 2nd Half50-47Cory Wells makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-48Lance Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-49Lance Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-49Saliou Seye makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half55-49Derrius Ward makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half55-52Elijah Mitchell makes 24-foot three point jumper (Cory Wells assists)
- 2nd Half55-53Dontae Horne makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-54Dontae Horne makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-55Cory Wells makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-56Dontae Horne makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-57Dontae Horne makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-57Devyn Franklin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-57Devyn Franklin makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-59Dontae Horne makes layup (Cory Wells assists)
- 2nd Half57-61Dontae Horne makes 10-foot jumper (Lance Williams assists)
- 2nd Half57-63Dontae Horne makes layup
- 2nd Half58-63Jamil Muttilib makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-63Jamil Muttilib makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-63Roderick Coffee III makes 14-foot jumper
- 2nd Half61-65Dontae Horne makes layup
- 2nd Half61-66Dontae Horne makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-66Jimel Lane makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half63-67Dontae Horne makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-68Dontae Horne makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Prairie View A&M Panthers, below favours Grambling Tigers.
Venue
- William J. Nicks BuildingPrairie View, TX
- Attendance1135
- OfficialsAndre Crawford, David Howard, John Jenkins Jr.
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