NCAAB · Final

Texas Southern Holds Off Grambling in Close Contest

Saturday, February 14, 2026, 5:30 PM ET · H&PE Arena

Texas Southern Tigers 82, Grambling Tigers 79, 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 Texas Southern Tigers?

Texas Southern Tigers beat Grambling Tigers 82-79 at H&PE Arena on February 14, 2026.

Who was favored in Grambling Tigers vs Texas Southern Tigers?

Texas Southern Tigers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -112 (about 53% implied). The favorite won.

In a thrilling matchup, the Texas Southern Tigers edged out the Grambling Tigers with a final score of 82-79 at the H&PE Arena. This victory was crucial for Texas Southern, improving their record to 9-15, while Grambling fell to 11-14. The game showcased a competitive spirit, with both teams trading leads throughout the contest.

Texas Southern entered the game with a recent record of 5-5 over their last ten games, although they were on a one-game losing streak after a defeat against Bethune-Cookman. They averaged 77.2 points scored and allowed 73.3 points during this stretch. Their home performance has been relatively strong, with a 3-1 record in their last four home games. In contrast, Grambling also had a 5-5 record over their last ten games but was coming off a loss to Alabama A&M. They averaged 68.4 points scored and allowed 67.1 points, indicating a more defensive approach compared to Texas Southern.

The previous meetings between these two teams had seen Texas Southern struggling against Grambling, losing their last encounter 67-84 on January 6, 2026. However, Texas Southern had a slight edge in their overall head-to-head record, leading 2-1 in their last three matchups, including two victories in the previous season.

In terms of injuries, there were no specific details provided in the block regarding player absences that might have impacted the game.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Texas Southern favored by a spread of -1.5, with a total set at 139.5. The moneyline odds indicated a close contest, with Texas Southern at -112.0 and Grambling at -108.0, reflecting the competitive nature of the matchup.

The game conditions were typical for a college basketball setting, with both teams looking to establish their pace early on. Texas Southern's ability to score efficiently, particularly in the second half, was pivotal. Key scoring plays included free throws from Jordan Gorecki and a crucial dunk from Troy Hupstead, which helped seal the game for Texas Southern.

As the game progressed, Texas Southern's offense proved to be more effective down the stretch, allowing them to maintain a slight lead against Grambling. The final moments were tense, with both teams exchanging baskets, but Texas Southern managed to hold on for the victory.

This matchup highlighted the intensity of college basketball, with both teams fighting hard for a crucial win as they head toward the conclusion of the season.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	TXSO -1.5	139.5 o -112 / u -108	Grambling Tigers -108 · Texas Southern Tigers -112

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Leaders

PointsZaire Hayes17Texas Southern Tigers
AssistsJaylen Wysinger6Texas Southern Tigers
ReboundsJordan Gorecki6Texas Southern Tigers
PointsJamil Muttilib26Grambling Tigers
AssistsRoderick Coffee III5Grambling Tigers
ReboundsJimel Lane11Grambling Tigers

Recent form

Texas Southern Tigers

Last 10: 5-5Streak L177.2 scored · 73.3 allowed per game3-1 at home

L69-79at Bethune-Cookman WildcatsFeb 10
W62-57at Florida A&M RattlersFeb 7
L78-85at Prairie View A&M PanthersJan 31
W96-64vs Alabama State HornetsJan 27
W89-74vs Alabama A&M BulldogsJan 24
L89-94at Jackson State TigersJan 20
W72-71at Alcorn State BravesJan 17
W84-51vs Mississippi Valley State Delta DevilsJan 13
L66-74vs Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden LionsJan 10
L67-84at Grambling TigersJan 6

Grambling Tigers

Last 10: 5-5Streak L168.4 scored · 67.1 allowed per game2-2 away

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
W76-72vs Prairie View A&M PanthersJan 3

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	Texas Southern Tigers
Field goals	27-54	27-48
Field goal %	50	56
Three-pointers	9-28	10-21
Three-point %	32	48
Free throws	16-23	18-27
Free throw %	70	67
Rebounds	27	30
Offensive rebounds	7	6
Defensive rebounds	20	24
Assists	11	19
Steals	8	5
Blocks	0	1
Turnovers	13	15
Team turnovers	0	2
Technical fouls	1	1
Technical fouls, total	1	1
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	21	13
Fast-break points	14	17
Points in the paint	32	30
Fouls	21	18
Largest lead	7	13
Lead changes	8	8
Time in front	29	57

How the scoring went

2nd Half42-51Zaire Hayes makes 26-foot three point jumper (Troy Hupstead assists)
2nd Half45-51Jamil Muttilib makes 25-foot three point jumper (Rickey Ballard assists)
2nd Half45-54Bryce Roberts makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jaylen Wysinger assists)
2nd Half45-57Bryce Roberts makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jaylen Wysinger assists)
2nd Half47-57Jimel Lane makes 16-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half47-59Bryce Roberts makes layup
2nd Half47-60Jordan Gorecki makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half49-60Saliou Seye makes layup (Jimel Lane assists)
2nd Half50-60Saliou Seye makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half52-60Roderick Coffee III makes layup
2nd Half54-60Jamil Muttilib makes layup
2nd Half54-61Troy Hupstead makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half54-62Troy Hupstead makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half57-62Roderick Coffee III makes 26-foot three point jumper
2nd Half57-64Zytarious Mortle makes layup (Jordan Gorecki assists)
2nd Half59-64Roderick Coffee III makes layup
2nd Half59-66Alex Anderson makes driving layup
2nd Half60-66Saliou Seye makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half61-66Jamil Muttilib makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half62-66Jamil Muttilib makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half63-66Derrius Ward makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half64-66Derrius Ward makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half66-66Jimel Lane makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half66-69Jaylen Wysinger makes 26-foot three pointer
2nd Half69-69Roderick Coffee III makes 28-foot three point jumper
2nd Half69-71Jordan Gorecki makes 15-foot jumper (Jaylen Wysinger assists)
2nd Half70-71Jimel Lane makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half70-72Troy Hupstead makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half71-72Saliou Seye makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half71-74Jaylen Wysinger makes driving layup
2nd Half74-74Roderick Coffee III makes 31-foot three point jumper
2nd Half74-75Jordan Gorecki makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half74-76Jordan Gorecki makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half74-77Jordan Gorecki makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half74-79Zaire Hayes makes 9-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half76-79Derrius Ward makes layup
2nd Half76-80Jaylen Wysinger makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half77-80Rickey Ballard makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half77-82Troy Hupstead makes 1-foot dunk (Zaire Hayes assists)
2nd Half79-82Roderick Coffee III makes 7-foot jumper