Abilene Christian Defeats Tarleton State 73-59 in NCAAB Clash
Saturday, February 14, 2026, 4:00 PM ET · Moody Coliseum (Abilene)
Abilene Christian Wildcats 73, Tarleton State Texans 59, 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 Tarleton State Texans vs Abilene Christian Wildcats?
Abilene Christian Wildcats beat Tarleton State Texans 73-59 at Moody Coliseum (Abilene) on February 14, 2026.
Who was favored in Tarleton State Texans vs Abilene Christian Wildcats?
Abilene Christian Wildcats were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -192 (about 66% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Abilene Christian Wildcats secured a 73-59 victory over the Tarleton State Texans at Moody Coliseum on February 14, 2026. This win marks an important moment for both teams, both of which entered the game with identical records of 12-13. The Wildcats' recent form had been challenging, with a record of 2-7-1 over their last ten games, but they managed to snap a streak of losses with this victory, improving their home record to 1-3 in that stretch.
Abilene Christian's scoring average in their last ten games was 59.7 points, while they allowed an average of 66.1 points. In contrast, Tarleton State had a slightly lower scoring average of 63.2 points over the same period, with an average of 67.5 points allowed. Both teams had struggled in their recent outings, but Abilene Christian's win against UT Arlington Mavericks just a day prior likely provided a much-needed boost in confidence.
The Wildcats' last five games had shown a record of 1-4, with an average of 66.2 points scored and 70.2 points allowed. The Texans, on the other hand, had a record of 1-3 in their last five, with a significantly lower scoring average of 46.2 points and an average of 52.6 points allowed. This disparity in recent performance was evident in the game, as Abilene Christian's offense found a rhythm that had been elusive in previous contests.
In terms of head-to-head matchups, the Wildcats had a slight edge over the Texans, holding a record of 2-1-1 in their last four encounters. Their previous meeting earlier in the season had ended in a draw, but Abilene Christian had won the earlier contest on January 9, 2026, with a score of 84-80. The Wildcats also secured a victory against Tarleton State in their last home game on January 24, 2025, winning 67-56.
Injury reports were not detailed in the provided facts, but the overall performance of both teams suggested that they were fielding their regular lineups. The betting market reflected a close contest, with DraftKings setting the odds at ACU -3.5 and a total of 134.5 points for the game, indicating expectations for a competitive matchup.
The conditions at Moody Coliseum were likely favorable for the home team, contributing to their performance. Abilene Christian's ability to control the game and execute their plays effectively was evident as they built a lead that Tarleton State struggled to overcome.
Key moments in the game included a series of free throws from Cbo Newton, who contributed significantly to the Wildcats' scoring in the second half. His ability to capitalize on free throw opportunities helped extend Abilene Christian's lead as the game progressed. The Texans, while showing flashes of competitiveness, were unable to mount a sustained challenge against the Wildcats' defense.
Overall, the victory for Abilene Christian not only improves their standing in the league but also serves as a crucial confidence booster as they look to build momentum going forward. The Wildcats' performance, particularly in the second half, showcased their potential to compete effectively against their rivals.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | ACU -3.5 | 134.5 o -110 / u -110 | Tarleton State Texans +160 · Abilene Christian Wildcats -192 |
Leaders
- PointsBradyn Hubbard19Abilene Christian Wildcats
- AssistsYaniel Rivera6Abilene Christian Wildcats
- ReboundsJoseph Venzant7Abilene Christian Wildcats
- PointsKade Douglas13Tarleton State Texans
- AssistsDJ Dormu6Tarleton State Texans
- ReboundsKade Douglas3Tarleton State Texans
Recent form
Abilene Christian Wildcats
Last 10: 2-7-1Streak W159.7 scored · 66.1 allowed per game1-3 at home
- W67-63vs UT Arlington MavericksFeb 13
- L63-65at California Baptist LancersFeb 8
- L55-68at Utah Valley WolverinesFeb 6
- L76-79vs Southern Utah ThunderbirdsJan 31
- L70-76vs Utah Tech TrailblazersJan 30
- D0-0at Tarleton State TexansJan 27
- L52-74at Southern Utah ThunderbirdsJan 18
- L58-74vs California Baptist LancersJan 16
- L72-82at UT Arlington MavericksJan 10
- W84-80at Tarleton State TexansJan 9
Tarleton State Texans
Last 10: 2-7-1Streak W163.2 scored · 67.5 allowed per game1-4 away
- W62-59at Southern Utah ThunderbirdsFeb 8
- L55-56at California Baptist LancersFeb 6
- L59-65vs Utah Tech TrailblazersJan 31
- L55-83vs Utah Valley WolverinesJan 30
- D0-0vs Abilene Christian WildcatsJan 27
- L64-71at UT Arlington MavericksJan 22
- L71-75at Utah Tech TrailblazersJan 18
- L105-106at Southern Utah ThunderbirdsJan 16
- L80-84vs Abilene Christian WildcatsJan 9
- W81-76vs California Baptist LancersJan 3
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utah Valley | 25-9 | - | 14-4 |
| California Baptist | 25-9 | 1 | 13-5 |
| Utah Tech | 19-15 | 2 | 11-7 |
| UT Arlington | 18-14 | 5 | 9-9 |
| Southern Utah | 10-22 | 7 | 6-12 |
| Tarleton State | 14-18 | 9 | 5-13 |
| Abilene Christian | 14-19 | 9 | 5-13 |
Box score
| Stat | Tarleton State Texans | Abilene Christian Wildcats |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 22-47 | 20-47 |
| Field goal % | 47 | 43 |
| Three-pointers | 4-12 | 8-23 |
| Three-point % | 33 | 35 |
| Free throws | 11-20 | 25-31 |
| Free throw % | 55 | 81 |
| Rebounds | 24 | 37 |
| Offensive rebounds | 7 | 14 |
| Defensive rebounds | 17 | 23 |
| Assists | 11 | 13 |
| Steals | 9 | 10 |
| Blocks | 6 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 21 | 22 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 18 | 24 |
| Fast-break points | 16 | 20 |
| Points in the paint | 32 | 22 |
| Fouls | 21 | 18 |
| Largest lead | 12 | 14 |
| Lead changes | 4 | 4 |
| Time in front | 59 | 26 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half41-30Freddy Hicks makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half41-33Cbo Newton makes 25-foot three point jumper (Yaniel Rivera assists)
- 2nd Half42-33Andy Sigiscar makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half42-34Zy Wright makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half42-35Zy Wright makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half42-36Zy Wright makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half45-36DJ Dormu makes 26-foot three point jumper (Freddy Hicks assists)
- 2nd Half45-38Joseph Venzant makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half47-38Jordan Mizell makes 17-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half47-39Zy Wright makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half47-40Zy Wright makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-40Kade Douglas makes 33-foot three point jumper (Ocypher Owens assists)
- 2nd Half50-41Zy Wright makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-42Zy Wright makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-45Bradyn Hubbard makes 25-foot three point jumper (Yaniel Rivera assists)
- 2nd Half50-47Cade Hornecker makes driving layup (Yaniel Rivera assists)
- 2nd Half52-47Jordan Mizell makes 11-foot jumper (DJ Dormu assists)
- 2nd Half52-49Bradyn Hubbard makes layup
- 2nd Half52-51Cade Hornecker makes layup (Yaniel Rivera assists)
- 2nd Half53-51Andy Sigiscar makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-52Zy Wright makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-53Zy Wright makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-54Ma'Shy Hill makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-55Ma'Shy Hill makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-58Cbo Newton makes 27-foot three point jumper (Yaniel Rivera assists)
- 2nd Half55-58Kade Douglas makes layup
- 2nd Half55-61Bradyn Hubbard makes 25-foot three point jumper (Yaniel Rivera assists)
- 2nd Half55-62Bradyn Hubbard makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-64Cbo Newton makes 2-foot dunk (Joseph Venzant assists)
- 2nd Half55-65Bradyn Hubbard makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-66Bradyn Hubbard makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-66DJ Dormu makes layup
- 2nd Half57-67Cbo Newton makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-68Cbo Newton makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-69Cbo Newton makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-70Cbo Newton makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-71Cbo Newton makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-71Cameron Thomas makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half59-72Cbo Newton makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-73Cbo Newton makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Abilene Christian Wildcats, below favours Tarleton State Texans.
Venue
- Moody Coliseum (Abilene)Abilene, TX
- Attendance1196
- OfficialsNate Melson, Wesley Ford, Grant Jeffres
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