Texas Longhorns Dominate Southern Jaguars in Convincing Win
Monday, December 8, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · Moody Center
Texas Longhorns 95, Southern Jaguars 69, 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 Southern Jaguars vs Texas Longhorns?
Texas Longhorns beat Southern Jaguars 95-69 at Moody Center on December 8, 2025.
Who was favored in Southern Jaguars vs Texas Longhorns?
Texas Longhorns were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -4500 (about 98% implied). The favorite won.
The Texas Longhorns showcased their strength in a decisive victory over the Southern Jaguars, winning 95-69 at the Moody Center. This matchup was particularly notable as it highlighted the disparity in recent form between the two teams, with Texas looking to bounce back after a recent loss and Southern riding a two-game winning streak. The Longhorns entered the game with a home record of 7-3, while the Jaguars had a record of 4-5 on the season.
In their last ten games, Texas had a record of 6-4, but they had struggled recently, losing their last game against the Virginia Cavaliers with a score of 69-88. Their scoring average stood at an impressive 86.8 points per game, but they had also allowed an average of 74.6 points, indicating some defensive vulnerabilities. In contrast, Southern had a record of 5-5 in their last ten games, with their recent form bolstered by a two-game winning streak that included a significant 101-48 victory against the Louisiana Christian Wildcats.
At home, Texas boasted a 5-2 record, while Southern struggled on the road with a 1-4 record. This trend continued in the game, as Texas effectively utilized their home-court advantage. The Longhorns' scoring prowess was evident, particularly in the second half, where they maintained control and extended their lead significantly.
The matchup also featured a spread of -22.5 in favor of Texas, as set by DraftKings, indicating the market's expectation of a strong performance from the Longhorns. The total for the game was set at 158.5, reflecting an anticipated high-scoring affair, which ultimately proved accurate given the final score.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but the overall performance of both teams suggested that they were fielding their key players. The conditions in the Moody Center were favorable for a basketball game, with the atmosphere likely contributing to Texas's strong showing.
As the game progressed, Texas's offensive strategy became increasingly effective, with players like AJ Barnes making significant contributions, including multiple free throws and layups. The Longhorns' ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities allowed them to pull away in the second half, effectively sealing the game.
Overall, this fixture served as a reminder of Texas's capabilities, particularly at home, and highlighted the challenges Southern faces on the road. The Longhorns' performance not only showcased their offensive strength but also emphasized the importance of home advantage in college basketball.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | TEX -22.5 | 158.5 o -108 / u -112 | Southern Jaguars +1700 · Texas Longhorns -4500 |
Leaders
- PointsMatas Vokietaitis28Texas Longhorns
- AssistsDailyn Swain5Texas Longhorns
- ReboundsMatas Vokietaitis6Texas Longhorns
- PointsMalek Abdelgowad17Southern Jaguars
- AssistsMichael Jacobs3Southern Jaguars
- ReboundsDaMariee Jones5Southern Jaguars
Recent form
Texas Longhorns
Last 10: 6-4Streak L186.8 scored · 74.6 allowed per game5-2 at home
- L69-88vs Virginia CavaliersDec 4
- W102-97vs NC State WolfpackNov 27
- W119-78at Chaminade SilverswordsNov 26
- L86-87vs Arizona State Sun DevilsNov 25
- W99-65vs Rider BroncsNov 19
- W71-55vs Kansas City RoosNov 15
- W93-58vs Fairleigh Dickinson KnightsNov 13
- W97-60vs Lafayette LeopardsNov 8
- L60-75at Duke Blue DevilsNov 5
- L72-83at Tennessee VolunteersMar 14
Southern Jaguars
Last 10: 5-5Streak W287.1 scored · 74.6 allowed per game1-4 away
- W101-48vs Louisiana Christian WildcatsDec 1
- W75-73at Northwestern State DemonsNov 29
- L66-80at San José State SpartansNov 22
- L93-99at Washington HuskiesNov 19
- W129-64vs Champion Christian TigersNov 16
- W115-51vs Ecclesia RoyalsNov 10
- L82-100at Marquette Golden EaglesNov 6
- L77-109at Arkansas RazorbacksNov 4
- L62-65vs Grambling TigersMar 12
- W71-57vs Alabama A&M BulldogsMar 8
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 |
| 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 | Southern Jaguars | Texas Longhorns |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-59 | 29-51 |
| Field goal % | 41 | 57 |
| Three-pointers | 5-12 | 8-20 |
| Three-point % | 42 | 40 |
| Free throws | 16-25 | 29-32 |
| Free throw % | 64 | 91 |
| Rebounds | 27 | 37 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 15 | 28 |
| Assists | 10 | 17 |
| Steals | 7 | 5 |
| Blocks | 1 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 16 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 15 | 15 |
| Points in the paint | 32 | 32 |
| Fouls | 24 | 23 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 31 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 94 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half40-65Matas Vokietaitis made Layup.
- 2nd Half40-68Jordan Pope made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tramon Mark.
- 2nd Half42-68Terrance Dixon Jr. made Layup. Assisted by DaMariee Jones.
- 2nd Half42-70Camden Heide made Layup. Assisted by Tramon Mark.
- 2nd Half42-72Dailyn Swain made Layup.
- 2nd Half43-72Malek Abdelgowad made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half44-72Malek Abdelgowad made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half44-73Matas Vokietaitis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half44-74Matas Vokietaitis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half46-74Cam Amboree made Layup.
- 2nd Half46-76Jordan Pope made Jumper.
- 2nd Half49-76Malek Abdelgowad made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half51-76DaMariee Jones made Layup. Assisted by Keith Lamar.
- 2nd Half52-76DaMariee Jones made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-76DaMariee Jones made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-77Tramon Mark made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-78Tramon Mark made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-79Simeon Wilcher made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-80Simeon Wilcher made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-80Cam Amboree made Layup.
- 2nd Half57-80AJ Barnes made Layup.
- 2nd Half57-81Simeon Wilcher made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-82Simeon Wilcher made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-83Simeon Wilcher made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-84Simeon Wilcher made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-84Ashton Magee made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-85Matas Vokietaitis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-86Matas Vokietaitis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-86AJ Barnes made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half60-88Jordan Pope made Layup.
- 2nd Half60-89Matas Vokietaitis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-90Matas Vokietaitis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half62-90Joe Manning made Jumper.
- 2nd Half64-90AJ Barnes made Layup. Assisted by Keith Lamar.
- 2nd Half64-92Simeon Wilcher made Jumper.
- 2nd Half64-95Jordan Pope made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half65-95AJ Barnes made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-95AJ Barnes made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-95AJ Barnes made Layup.
- 2nd Half69-95Joe Manning made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Texas Longhorns, below favours Southern Jaguars.
Venue
- Moody CenterAustin, TX
- Attendance10410
- OfficialsJeb Hartness, Keith Kimble, Steven Anderson
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