Game Recap: Jacksonville State Edges UTEP 64-61
Saturday, March 7, 2026, 3:00 PM ET · Don Haskins Center
Jacksonville State Gamecocks 64, UTEP Miners 61, 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 Jacksonville State Gamecocks vs UTEP Miners?
Jacksonville State Gamecocks beat UTEP Miners 64-61 at Don Haskins Center on March 7, 2026.
Who was favored in Jacksonville State Gamecocks vs UTEP Miners?
Jacksonville State Gamecocks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -112 (about 53% implied). The favorite won.
In a closely contested matchup, the Jacksonville State Gamecocks defeated the UTEP Miners 64-61 at the Don Haskins Center. This victory marks a significant moment for Jacksonville State, as they improved their head-to-head record against UTEP to 2-1 in their recent meetings. The Gamecocks had previously lost to the Miners earlier in the season, but they managed to turn the tables in this encounter.
Jacksonville State entered this game with a record of 15-16, while UTEP had a record of 11-20. In their last ten games, Jacksonville State struggled with a record of 3-7, and they were on a two-game losing streak prior to this victory. They averaged 73.1 points scored and allowed 73.3 points per game in that span. UTEP, on the other hand, had a record of 4-6 over their last ten games, with a recent win against Kennesaw State but an overall average of 69.2 points scored and 73.1 points allowed.
At home, UTEP had a record of 3-2 in their last five games, while Jacksonville State's away record stood at 1-4. This game was crucial for both teams as they looked to gain momentum heading into the latter part of the season.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Jacksonville State favored by 1.5 points, with a total set at 139.5. The odds reflected a competitive matchup, indicating that both teams had a fair chance of winning.
In terms of player performance, the game featured several key moments. The scoring plays highlighted the back-and-forth nature of the contest, with Jamal West Jr. contributing significantly for Jacksonville State, making crucial free throws in the second half. Mostapha El Moutaouakkil also made a pivotal three-point jumper that extended Jacksonville State's lead late in the game.
The conditions at the Don Haskins Center were typical for a basketball game, with both teams looking to capitalize on their home-court advantage. The atmosphere was charged as fans witnessed a tightly contested battle, with both teams exchanging leads multiple times.
In summary, Jacksonville State's victory over UTEP not only adds to their confidence but also highlights the competitive nature of this matchup. The Gamecocks' ability to execute down the stretch proved decisive, as they managed to hold off UTEP's late attempts to regain control of the game.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | JXST -1.5 | 139.5 o -110 / u -110 | Jacksonville State Gamecocks -112 · UTEP Miners -108 |
Leaders
- PointsJamal West Jr.19UTEP Miners
- AssistsCaleb Blackwell2UTEP Miners
- ReboundsJamal West Jr.11UTEP Miners
- PointsMostapha El Moutaouakkil23Jacksonville State Gamecocks
- AssistsJacoby Hill3Jacksonville State Gamecocks
- ReboundsMostapha El Moutaouakkil7Jacksonville State Gamecocks
Recent form
UTEP Miners
Last 10: 4-6Streak W169.2 scored · 73.1 allowed per game3-2 at home
- W78-71vs Kennesaw State OwlsMar 6
- L65-97at Western Kentucky HilltoppersFeb 28
- L67-77at Middle Tennessee Blue RaidersFeb 27
- L63-67at New Mexico State AggiesFeb 22
- L64-73vs Liberty FlamesFeb 14
- W69-64at Jacksonville State GamecocksFeb 12
- W91-88vs New Mexico State AggiesFeb 8
- L66-70at Sam Houston BearkatsFeb 5
- W70-55vs Delaware Blue HensFeb 1
- L59-69vs Louisiana Tech BulldogsJan 29
Jacksonville State Gamecocks
Last 10: 3-7Streak L273.1 scored · 73.3 allowed per game1-4 away
- L75-77at New Mexico State AggiesMar 6
- L78-81vs Liberty FlamesFeb 28
- W80-70vs Delaware Blue HensFeb 27
- L78-82at Sam Houston BearkatsFeb 21
- L71-77at Louisiana Tech BulldogsFeb 19
- L70-79vs New Mexico State AggiesFeb 14
- L64-69vs UTEP MinersFeb 12
- W77-58vs Kennesaw State OwlsFeb 8
- W71-66at Western Kentucky HilltoppersFeb 6
- L67-74at Missouri State BearsJan 31
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty | 26-8 | - | 17-3 |
| Sam Houston | 22-12 | 4 | 13-7 |
| Louisiana Tech | 20-14 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Western Kentucky | 18-14 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Middle Tennessee | 17-15 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Kennesaw State | 21-14 | 7 | 10-10 |
| Jacksonville State | 15-17 | 7 | 10-10 |
| New Mexico State | 16-16 | 9 | 8-12 |
| Missouri State | 16-18 | 9 | 8-12 |
| Florida International | 15-17 | 9 | 8-12 |
| UTEP | 11-20 | 8 | 7-13 |
| Delaware | 10-21 | 11 | 6-14 |
| Utah State | 29-7 | - | 15-5 |
| San Diego State | 22-11 | 1 | 14-6 |
| New Mexico | 26-11 | 2 | 13-7 |
| Grand Canyon | 20-12 | 2 | 13-7 |
| Nevada | 24-13 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Boise State | 20-12 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Colorado State | 21-13 | 4 | 11-9 |
| UNLV | 18-17 | 4 | 11-9 |
| Wyoming | 18-15 | 6 | 9-11 |
| Fresno State | 13-19 | 8 | 7-13 |
| San José State | 9-24 | 12 | 3-17 |
| Air Force | 3-29 | 15 | 0-20 |
Box score
| Stat | Jacksonville State Gamecocks | UTEP Miners |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 21-51 | 20-48 |
| Field goal % | 41 | 42 |
| Three-pointers | 7-16 | 5-18 |
| Three-point % | 44 | 28 |
| Free throws | 15-22 | 16-22 |
| Free throw % | 68 | 73 |
| Rebounds | 34 | 30 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 5 |
| Defensive rebounds | 25 | 25 |
| Assists | 9 | 8 |
| Steals | 7 | 9 |
| Blocks | 2 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 15 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 19 | 11 |
| Fast-break points | 3 | 9 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 24 |
| Fouls | 14 | 14 |
| Largest lead | 12 | 3 |
| Lead changes | 4 | 4 |
| Time in front | 82 | 13 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half34-31Emondrek Erkins-Ford makes 8-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half34-33KJ Thomas makes driving layup
- 2nd Half34-35Jamal West Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half34-37Jamal West Jr. makes 15-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half35-37Jacoby Hill makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half36-37Jacoby Hill makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half36-38Jamal West Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half36-39Jamal West Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half38-39AC Bryant makes layup
- 2nd Half40-39Emondrek Erkins-Ford makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half43-39Marcus Fitzgerald Jr. makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half44-39Mostapha El Moutaouakkil makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half45-39Mostapha El Moutaouakkil makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half47-39Jacoby Hill makes driving layup
- 2nd Half48-39Mostapha El Moutaouakkil makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half49-39Mostapha El Moutaouakkil makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-39Emondrek Erkins-Ford makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-40LA Hayes makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-40Mostapha El Moutaouakkil makes 9-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half52-41KJ Thomas makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-42KJ Thomas makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-45Elijah Jones makes 27-foot three point jumper (Trey Horton III assists)
- 2nd Half52-47KJ Thomas makes layup
- 2nd Half52-48Kaseem Watson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-49Kaseem Watson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-49Jamar Franklin makes 27-foot three pointer (Jacoby Hill assists)
- 2nd Half55-50LA Hayes makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-52Elijah Jones makes 9-foot jumper
- 2nd Half56-52Mostapha El Moutaouakkil makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-53Jamal West Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-55Caleb Blackwell makes 12-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half59-55Mostapha El Moutaouakkil makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jacoby Hill assists)
- 2nd Half59-56Jamal West Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-57Elijah Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-57Mostapha El Moutaouakkil makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-59LA Hayes makes 19-foot jumper
- 2nd Half61-59Jacoby Hill makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-60Jamal West Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-61Jamal West Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-61Mostapha El Moutaouakkil makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jaye Nash assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours UTEP Miners, below favours Jacksonville State Gamecocks.
Venue
- Don Haskins CenterEl Paso, TX
- Attendance4115
- OfficialsTucson Grigg, Michael Swoboda, Allen Sutton
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