Texas A&M Edges Ole Miss in Close Contest
Wednesday, February 18, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Reed Arena
Texas A&M Aggies 80, Ole Miss Rebels 77, 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 Ole Miss Rebels vs Texas A&M Aggies?
Texas A&M Aggies beat Ole Miss Rebels 80-77 at Reed Arena on February 18, 2026.
Who was favored in Ole Miss Rebels vs Texas A&M Aggies?
Texas A&M Aggies were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -550 (about 85% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Texas A&M Aggies narrowly defeated the Ole Miss Rebels with a final score of 80-77 at Reed Arena. This victory marks a crucial win for Texas A&M, who had been struggling with a four-game losing streak prior to this game. The Aggies, with a home record of 18-8, faced an Ole Miss team that has struggled throughout the season, holding an away record of 11-15.
Both teams came into this game with significant recent struggles. Texas A&M had a record of 5-5 over their last ten games, but they had lost their last four matches, averaging 82.9 points scored while allowing 80.1 points per game. In contrast, Ole Miss had a record of 3-7 in their last ten games, currently on a seven-game losing streak, scoring an average of 72.4 points and allowing 79.8 points per game. The Aggies' recent form included a mix of close games, but they were unable to secure victories, which added pressure as they faced Ole Miss.
At home, Texas A&M had a record of 3-2 in their last five games, while Ole Miss struggled with a 1-3 record in their recent away games. The Aggies had previously faced Ole Miss in the 2025 season, winning that encounter 63-62, giving them a 1-0 advantage in their head-to-head matchups.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but it is essential to consider how player availability might have impacted both teams' performances. The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had Texas A&M favored by 9.5 points, with a total set at 157.5. The home moneyline was listed at -550.0, while Ole Miss was at 410.0.
Conditions in Reed Arena were likely conducive to a competitive atmosphere, with both teams needing a win to bolster their confidence. The Aggies were under pressure to end their losing streak, while Ole Miss sought to break free from their own recent woes.
Throughout the game, key plays were pivotal in determining the outcome. Notable moments included Rubén Dominguez making critical free throws, and Rashaun Agee contributing significantly with a driving layup and subsequent free throws that helped seal the victory for Texas A&M. The Aggies managed to come back from a deficit in the second half, showcasing resilience and determination.
As the game concluded, Texas A&M's win probability was reported at 1.0, indicating a complete turnaround from their previous performances. This victory could serve as a turning point for the Aggies as they look to regain momentum heading into the final stretch of the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | TA&M -9.5 | 157.5 o -108 / u -112 | Ole Miss Rebels +410 · Texas A&M Aggies -550 |
Leaders
- PointsRashaun Agee17Texas A&M Aggies
- AssistsRashaun Agee5Texas A&M Aggies
- ReboundsRashaun Agee10Texas A&M Aggies
- PointsAJ Storr21Ole Miss Rebels
- AssistsKoren Johnson6Ole Miss Rebels
- ReboundsMalik Dia5Ole Miss Rebels
Recent form
Texas A&M Aggies
Last 10: 5-5Streak L482.9 scored · 80.1 allowed per game3-2 at home
- L69-82at Vanderbilt CommodoresFeb 14
- L85-86vs Missouri TigersFeb 12
- L67-86vs Florida GatorsFeb 8
- L97-100at Alabama Crimson TideFeb 5
- W92-77at Georgia BulldogsJan 31
- W92-69vs South Carolina GamecocksJan 24
- W88-68vs Mississippi State BulldogsJan 22
- W74-70at Texas LonghornsJan 17
- L82-87at Tennessee VolunteersJan 14
- W83-76vs Oklahoma SoonersJan 10
Ole Miss Rebels
Last 10: 3-7Streak L772.4 scored · 79.8 allowed per game2-4 away
- L78-90vs Mississippi State BulldogsFeb 14
- L74-93vs Alabama Crimson TideFeb 12
- L68-79at Texas LonghornsFeb 7
- L66-84at Tennessee VolunteersFeb 4
- L68-71at Vanderbilt CommodoresJan 31
- L63-72at Kentucky WildcatsJan 24
- L66-78vs Auburn TigersJan 21
- W68-67at Mississippi State BulldogsJan 18
- W97-95at Georgia BulldogsJan 15
- W76-69vs Missouri TigersJan 10
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida | 27-8 | - | 16-2 |
| Arkansas | 28-9 | 3 | 13-5 |
| Alabama | 25-10 | 3 | 13-5 |
| Vanderbilt | 27-9 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Tennessee | 25-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Texas A&M | 22-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Georgia | 22-11 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Kentucky | 22-14 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Missouri | 20-13 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Texas | 21-15 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Auburn | 22-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Oklahoma | 21-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Mississippi State | 13-19 | 11 | 5-13 |
| Ole Miss | 15-20 | 12 | 4-14 |
| South Carolina | 13-19 | 12 | 4-14 |
| LSU | 15-17 | 13 | 3-15 |
Box score
| Stat | Ole Miss Rebels | Texas A&M Aggies |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 29-55 | 30-62 |
| Field goal % | 53 | 48 |
| Three-pointers | 7-25 | 5-20 |
| Three-point % | 28 | 25 |
| Free throws | 12-15 | 15-20 |
| Free throw % | 80 | 75 |
| Rebounds | 23 | 37 |
| Offensive rebounds | 4 | 16 |
| Defensive rebounds | 19 | 21 |
| Assists | 17 | 18 |
| Steals | 8 | 3 |
| Blocks | 3 | 0 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 3 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 20 | 6 |
| Fast-break points | 23 | 0 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 50 |
| Fouls | 18 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 13 | 6 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 70 | 25 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half45-38Rashaun Agee makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half48-38Travis Perry makes 23-foot three point jumper (Ilias Kamardine assists)
- 2nd Half48-40Zach Clemence makes layup (Rashaun Agee assists)
- 2nd Half51-40AJ Storr makes 27-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half51-42Josh Holloway makes driving layup
- 2nd Half51-44Ali Dibba makes driving layup
- 2nd Half52-44AJ Storr makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-44AJ Storr makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-46Rashaun Agee makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half55-46Malik Dia makes 9-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half55-48Pop Isaacs makes 13-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half58-48AJ Storr makes 28-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half58-50Federiko Federiko makes layup (Rubén Dominguez assists)
- 2nd Half60-50Ilias Kamardine makes 11-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half61-50Ilias Kamardine makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half63-50Malik Dia makes 2-foot dunk (Ilias Kamardine assists)
- 2nd Half63-53Rylan Griffen makes 28-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half65-53Malik Dia makes 18-foot step back jumpshot (Koren Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half65-55Josh Holloway makes driving layup
- 2nd Half65-57Marcus Hill makes layup (Rylan Griffen assists)
- 2nd Half66-57AJ Storr makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-57AJ Storr makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-59Rashaun Agee makes layup (Rubén Dominguez assists)
- 2nd Half69-59Malik Dia makes layup
- 2nd Half69-61Rashaun Agee makes layup
- 2nd Half71-61Malik Dia makes 2-foot alley oop dunk (AJ Storr assists)
- 2nd Half71-64Rubén Dominguez makes 26-foot three point jumper (Rylan Griffen assists)
- 2nd Half71-66Zach Clemence makes 2-foot dunk (Rylan Griffen assists)
- 2nd Half73-66AJ Storr makes 17-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half73-68Zach Clemence makes layup (Rylan Griffen assists)
- 2nd Half75-68Ilias Kamardine makes layup (Koren Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half75-69Rubén Dominguez makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half75-70Rubén Dominguez makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half75-71Rubén Dominguez makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half77-71AJ Storr makes driving layup (Malik Dia assists)
- 2nd Half77-74Rubén Dominguez makes 23-foot three point jumper (Rashaun Agee assists)
- 2nd Half77-76Zach Clemence makes 5-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half77-78Rashaun Agee makes driving layup (Josh Holloway assists)
- 2nd Half77-79Rashaun Agee makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half77-80Rashaun Agee makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Texas A&M Aggies, below favours Ole Miss Rebels.
Venue
- Reed ArenaCollege Station, TX
- Attendance8594
- OfficialsJason Baker, Keith Kimble, Courtney Green
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