Sam Houston Bearkats Defeat Texas Southern Tigers 82-70
Saturday, December 6, 2025, 5:00 PM ET · H&PE Arena
Sam Houston Bearkats 82, Texas Southern Tigers 70, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Sam Houston Bearkats vs Texas Southern Tigers?
Sam Houston Bearkats beat Texas Southern Tigers 82-70 at H&PE Arena on December 6, 2025.
Who was favored in Sam Houston Bearkats vs Texas Southern Tigers?
Sam Houston Bearkats were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -325 (about 76% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup at the H&PE Arena, the Sam Houston Bearkats emerged victorious against the Texas Southern Tigers with a final score of 82-70. This game showcased the contrasting fortunes of both teams, with Sam Houston boasting a solid away record of 6-3 compared to Texas Southern's struggling home record of 1-6. The Bearkats entered the contest with a recent form of 6-4 over their last ten games, although they were on a one-game losing streak after falling to the Oklahoma State Cowboys just days prior. In contrast, Texas Southern had a record of 3-7 in their last ten outings, coming off a strong win against the College of Biblical Studies Ambassadors, where they dominated with a score of 102-44.
The Bearkats, known for their offensive prowess, averaged 83.6 points per game while allowing 75.6 in their recent stretch. Their scoring was highlighted by a strong performance in the second half, where they built on their lead with crucial layups from Isaiah Manning and Po'Boigh King. Manning contributed significantly to the Bearkats' offense, with key assists that led to scoring opportunities. On the other hand, Texas Southern averaged 73.2 points per game but struggled defensively, allowing an average of 80.3 points in their last ten games.
Historically, this fixture has seen Sam Houston take the upper hand, winning their previous encounter 87-71 earlier in the season. This trend continued as they outperformed Texas Southern again, demonstrating their ability to capitalize on the Tigers’ defensive lapses. The game was marked by a series of scoring plays in the second half that extended the Bearkats' lead, including a notable layup by King that pushed the score to 78-68.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but both teams were expected to field their key players. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Sam Houston favored by a spread of 7.5 points, with a money line of -325 for the Bearkats and +260 for the Tigers. The total points line was set at 158.5, reflecting expectations for a high-scoring affair, which ultimately played out as both teams engaged in a competitive battle.
The game conditions were typical for a college basketball matchup, with a lively atmosphere in the H&PE Arena, adding to the intensity of the contest. Fans were treated to a display of athleticism and skill, particularly from the Bearkats, who executed their game plan effectively.
Viewers should have noted the Bearkats' ability to maintain pressure on the Tigers, especially in the second half, where they consistently found ways to score and extend their lead. Texas Southern, despite their struggles, showcased moments of resilience, but ultimately could not keep pace with Sam Houston's offensive onslaught. The final score of 82-70 not only reflects the Bearkats' dominance in this matchup but also highlights the ongoing challenges faced by the Tigers as they seek to improve their performance moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SHSU -7.5 | 158.5 o -108 / u -112 | Sam Houston Bearkats -325 · Texas Southern Tigers +260 |
Leaders
- PointsTroy Hupstead18Texas Southern Tigers
- AssistsBryce Roberts4Texas Southern Tigers
- ReboundsTroy Hupstead13Texas Southern Tigers
- PointsKashie Natt22Sam Houston Bearkats
- AssistsVeljko Ilic4Sam Houston Bearkats
- ReboundsJaxson Ford7Sam Houston Bearkats
Recent form
Texas Southern Tigers
Last 10: 3-7Streak W173.2 scored · 80.3 allowed per game1-2 at home
- W102-44vs College of Biblical Studies AmbassadorsNov 27
- L74-109at Vanderbilt CommodoresNov 21
- L67-77at Texas State BobcatsNov 15
- L90-93vs Samford BulldogsNov 13
- L70-104at Texas A&M AggiesNov 7
- L43-98at Gonzaga BulldogsNov 4
- L79-84vs Alabama State HornetsMar 13
- W80-68at Prairie View A&M PanthersMar 8
- W75-59at Alcorn State BravesMar 4
- L52-67at Jackson State TigersMar 1
Sam Houston Bearkats
Last 10: 6-4Streak L183.6 scored · 75.6 allowed per game2-4 away
- L83-93at Oklahoma State CowboysDec 3
- W94-68at Idaho VandalsNov 29
- W84-81at Idaho State BengalsNov 26
- W105-54vs Schreiner MountaineersNov 22
- W78-70vs Wyoming CowboysNov 20
- L79-85at Utah UtesNov 16
- L77-98at Texas Tech Red RaidersNov 8
- W95-59vs LeTourneau Yellow JacketsNov 4
- L65-79at UTEP MinersMar 11
- W76-69vs New Mexico State AggiesMar 8
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 |
| 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 | Sam Houston Bearkats | Texas Southern Tigers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 27-63 | 22-66 |
| Field goal % | 43 | 33 |
| Three-pointers | 5-22 | 5-24 |
| Three-point % | 23 | 21 |
| Free throws | 23-32 | 21-28 |
| Free throw % | 72 | 75 |
| Rebounds | 48 | 40 |
| Offensive rebounds | 14 | 14 |
| Defensive rebounds | 34 | 26 |
| Assists | 15 | 7 |
| Steals | 10 | 7 |
| Blocks | 3 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 15 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 18 | 10 |
| Fast-break points | 31 | 11 |
| Points in the paint | 42 | 30 |
| Fouls | 22 | 25 |
| Largest lead | 16 | 8 |
| Lead changes | 3 | 3 |
| Time in front | 71 | 27 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half55-41Zaire Hayes made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-42Zaire Hayes made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-44Zaire Hayes made Layup.
- 2nd Half56-44Jacobe Coleman made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-44Jacobe Coleman made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-46Alex Anderson made Layup.
- 2nd Half59-46Justin Begg made Layup.
- 2nd Half59-47Duane Posey made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-48Duane Posey made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-50Duane Posey made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half59-51Troy Hupstead made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-52Troy Hupstead made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-54Bryce Roberts made Layup.
- 2nd Half60-54Po'Boigh King made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-56Bryce Roberts made Jumper.
- 2nd Half61-56Jacob Walker made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half62-56Jacob Walker made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half62-58Troy Hupstead made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half64-58Damon Nicholas Jr. made Layup.
- 2nd Half66-58Po'Boigh King made Layup. Assisted by Jaxson Ford.
- 2nd Half66-59Bryce Roberts made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-60Bryce Roberts made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-61Troy Hupstead made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-61Isaiah Manning made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-61Isaiah Manning made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-64Troy Hupstead made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Bryce Roberts.
- 2nd Half69-64Kashie Natt made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half70-64Kashie Natt made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half70-65Bryce Roberts made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half70-66Bryce Roberts made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half72-66Kashie Natt made Layup.
- 2nd Half74-66Isaiah Manning made Layup.
- 2nd Half76-66Isaiah Manning made Layup. Assisted by Po'Boigh King.
- 2nd Half76-68Alex Anderson made Layup.
- 2nd Half78-68Po'Boigh King made Layup. Assisted by Isaiah Manning.
- 2nd Half79-68Po'Boigh King made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half80-68Damon Nicholas Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half81-68Damon Nicholas Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half81-70Zytarious Mortle made Layup.
- 2nd Half82-70Justin Begg made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Texas Southern Tigers, below favours Sam Houston Bearkats.
Venue
- H&PE ArenaHouston, TX
- Attendance567
- OfficialsJoe Wilbert III, Rodrick Dixon, Winston Trotter
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