South Alabama Tops Southern Miss in Close Contest
Thursday, February 12, 2026, 8:30 PM ET · Reed Green Coliseum
South Alabama Jaguars 84, Southern Miss Golden Eagles 78, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won South Alabama Jaguars vs Southern Miss Golden Eagles?
South Alabama Jaguars beat Southern Miss Golden Eagles 84-78 at Reed Green Coliseum on February 12, 2026.
Who was favored in South Alabama Jaguars vs Southern Miss Golden Eagles?
Southern Miss Golden Eagles were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -125 (about 56% implied). The underdog won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the South Alabama Jaguars emerged victorious against the Southern Miss Golden Eagles with a final score of 84-78. This game, held at Reed Green Coliseum, showcased the Jaguars' ability to perform under pressure, extending their winning streak to two games while Southern Miss faced another setback in their season.
The Jaguars, boasting an 18-7 record, have shown strong form lately, winning seven of their last ten games. Their recent performance includes a notable victory against the Buffalo Bulls, where they won 81-69 on February 7. In their last five games, South Alabama has averaged 70.0 points scored and allowed 66.4 points, indicating a solid offensive and defensive balance. They have a home record of 5-1 and an away record of 2-2, demonstrating their capability to compete both at home and on the road.
Conversely, the Southern Miss Golden Eagles, with a record of 13-14, have struggled in their recent outings, managing only four wins in their last ten games. Their latest victory came against the Kent State Golden Flashes, where they edged out a narrow 66-65 win on February 7. In their last five games, they averaged 69.2 points scored while allowing 73.2 points, highlighting defensive vulnerabilities. Southern Miss has a home record of 4-1, but their away record is concerning at 0-5, reflecting their challenges when playing outside of their home venue.
Historically, the Jaguars have had the upper hand in their previous meetings with the Golden Eagles, winning both encounters in the 2025 season. In their latest matchup on February 27, 2025, South Alabama defeated Southern Miss 88-82, and they also secured a 75-62 victory earlier that season on January 16.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but both teams' recent performances suggest they have managed their rosters effectively to maintain competitiveness. The betting lines from DraftKings indicated that Southern Miss was favored by 1.5 points, with a total set at 135.5. The odds for the home team to win straight up were -125, while the away team had +105.
The conditions during the game were typical for a college basketball matchup, with both teams looking to capitalize on their strengths. Fans and viewers were treated to a display of skill, with key moments including free throws that sealed the game for South Alabama in the closing minutes. Jayden Cooper was instrumental for the Jaguars, making crucial free throws that contributed to their lead late in the second half.
As the game progressed, Southern Miss attempted to mount a comeback, but South Alabama's composure in the final moments proved decisive. The scoring plays highlighted the Jaguars' ability to maintain their advantage, with players like Tylik Weeks also contributing to the scoreline with important free throws.
Overall, this matchup not only showcased the competitive spirit of both teams but also emphasized the ongoing rivalry in the Sun Belt Conference. With South Alabama continuing to build momentum, Southern Miss will need to regroup and address their defensive issues as they move forward in the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | USM -1.5 | 135.5 o -115 / u -105 | South Alabama Jaguars +105 · Southern Miss Golden Eagles -125 |
Leaders
- PointsTylik Weeks25Southern Miss Golden Eagles
- AssistsTylik Weeks7Southern Miss Golden Eagles
- ReboundsDjahi Binet12Southern Miss Golden Eagles
- PointsJayden Cooper34South Alabama Jaguars
- AssistsChaze Harris4South Alabama Jaguars
- ReboundsRandy Brady6South Alabama Jaguars
Recent form
Southern Miss Golden Eagles
Last 10: 4-6Streak W169 scored · 73 allowed per game4-1 at home
- W66-65vs Kent State Golden FlashesFeb 7
- L77-81at Marshall Thundering HerdFeb 5
- W73-65vs James Madison DukesJan 31
- L63-70vs App State MountaineersJan 30
- L67-85at Coastal Carolina ChanticleersJan 24
- L62-69at Georgia State PanthersJan 23
- L67-74at Texas State BobcatsJan 17
- L65-91at Troy TrojansJan 15
- W70-60vs UL Monroe WarhawksJan 10
- W80-70vs Texas State BobcatsJan 9
South Alabama Jaguars
Last 10: 7-3Streak W169.6 scored · 66.6 allowed per game2-2 away
- W81-69vs Buffalo BullsFeb 7
- L57-65at App State MountaineersFeb 4
- W69-67vs Georgia State PanthersFeb 1
- W53-48vs Coastal Carolina ChanticleersJan 30
- W90-83at James Madison DukesJan 23
- L56-59vs Louisiana Ragin' CajunsJan 17
- W91-87vs Arkansas State Red WolvesJan 16
- W87-71vs Georgia Southern EaglesJan 10
- L49-59at Troy TrojansJan 3
- W63-58at Louisiana Ragin' CajunsDec 31
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Troy | 22-12 | - | 12-6 |
| South Alabama | 21-12 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Arkansas State | 20-12 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Texas State | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Marshall | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Coastal Carolina | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| App State | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| James Madison | 18-15 | 3 | 9-9 |
| Southern Miss | 19-16 | 3 | 9-9 |
| Georgia Southern | 21-16 | 4 | 8-10 |
| Old Dominion | 12-21 | 5 | 7-11 |
| Louisiana | 11-22 | 5 | 7-11 |
| Georgia State | 10-22 | 5 | 7-11 |
| UL Monroe | 4-28 | 11 | 1-17 |
Box score
| Stat | South Alabama Jaguars | Southern Miss Golden Eagles |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 27-50 | 24-50 |
| Field goal % | 54 | 48 |
| Three-pointers | 9-23 | 8-20 |
| Three-point % | 39 | 40 |
| Free throws | 21-37 | 22-28 |
| Free throw % | 57 | 79 |
| Rebounds | 26 | 36 |
| Offensive rebounds | 4 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 22 | 28 |
| Assists | 9 | 13 |
| Steals | 13 | 7 |
| Blocks | 3 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 21 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 28 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 21 | 22 |
| Points in the paint | 32 | 32 |
| Fouls | 19 | 23 |
| Largest lead | 17 | 0 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 97 | 0 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half52-44Stephen Williams makes 2-foot dunk (Chaze Harris assists)
- 2nd Half55-44Hantz Louis-Jeune makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jayden Cooper assists)
- 2nd Half58-44Jayden Cooper makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half60-44Chaze Harris makes layup
- 2nd Half60-45Tylik Weeks makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-46Tylik Weeks makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-46Jayden Cooper makes 27-foot three point jumper (JJ Wheat assists)
- 2nd Half63-49Tylik Weeks makes 25-foot three point jumper (Chiante' Tramble assists)
- 2nd Half63-52Dalyn Brandon makes 23-foot three point jumper (Tylik Weeks assists)
- 2nd Half63-55Curt Lewis makes 24-foot three point jumper (Djahi Binet assists)
- 2nd Half64-55Chaze Harris makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-56Dalyn Brandon makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-58Tylik Weeks makes layup
- 2nd Half65-58Chaze Harris makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-60Djahi Binet makes layup (Tylik Weeks assists)
- 2nd Half65-61Djahi Binet makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half67-61Jayden Cooper makes 21-foot jumper
- 2nd Half67-63Djahi Binet makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half68-63Chaze Harris makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-63Chaze Harris makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-63Chaze Harris makes 10-foot jumper
- 2nd Half71-64Tylik Weeks makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-65Tylik Weeks makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-65Jayden Cooper makes 25-foot three point jumper (Chaze Harris assists)
- 2nd Half74-67Tylik Weeks makes layup
- 2nd Half77-67Jayden Cooper makes 31-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half77-69Isaac Taveras makes layup
- 2nd Half77-70Isaac Taveras makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half77-72Dylan Brumfield makes layup (Isaac Taveras assists)
- 2nd Half78-72Jayden Cooper makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half78-74Isaac Taveras makes layup
- 2nd Half79-74Jayden Cooper makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half80-74Jayden Cooper makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half80-76Djahi Binet makes layup (Tylik Weeks assists)
- 2nd Half81-76Jayden Cooper makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half82-76Jayden Cooper makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half83-76Randy Brady makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half84-76Randy Brady makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half84-77Tylik Weeks makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half84-78Tylik Weeks makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Southern Miss Golden Eagles, below favours South Alabama Jaguars.
Venue
- Reed Green ColiseumHattiesburg, MS
- Attendance2846
- OfficialsJoe Lindsay, Garrick Shannon, Michael Wallace
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