Houston Dominates Texas A&M in NCAAB Clash
Saturday, March 21, 2026, 6:10 PM ET · Paycom Center
Houston Cougars 88, Texas A&M Aggies 57, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Texas A&M Aggies vs Houston Cougars?
Houston Cougars beat Texas A&M Aggies 88-57 at Paycom Center on March 21, 2026.
Who was favored in Texas A&M Aggies vs Houston Cougars?
Houston Cougars were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -520 (about 84% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Houston Cougars triumphed over the Texas A&M Aggies with a final score of 88-57. This game showcased Houston's strength, particularly in the second half, where they effectively pulled away from their opponents. The Cougars have now solidified their status with a home record of 30-6, while the Aggies conclude their season with a 22-12 record.
Houston entered the game with a mixed recent form, holding a 6-4 record over their last ten games, but had been on a one-game losing streak prior to this contest. They averaged 74.4 points scored while allowing 66.9 points in those games. Their last five games saw them perform slightly better, with a record of 4-1 and scoring an average of 75.0 points while conceding 66.2. At home, they have been particularly strong, with a 5-1 record in their last six home games.
On the other hand, Texas A&M has struggled in their recent outings, finishing with a 4-6 record in their last ten games and also on a one-game losing streak. The Aggies averaged 78.3 points scored but allowed a concerning 83.6 points during that stretch. Their last five games reflected this inconsistency, as they managed a 2-3 record with an average of 81.4 points scored but allowed 86.8 points.
The game took place at the Paycom Center, where Houston has been formidable. The odds provided by DraftKings indicated Houston as the favorite, with a spread of -10.5 and a total set at 142.5. The moneyline odds showed Houston at -520 and Texas A&M at 390, further emphasizing the expectation of a Houston victory.
In terms of scoring, Houston's performance was highlighted by significant contributions in the second half, where they outscored Texas A&M decisively. The scoring plays included a series of free throws and a notable three-point jumper from Chase McCarty, which helped extend their lead. Texas A&M struggled to keep pace, unable to respond effectively to Houston's offensive execution.
The injury picture was not detailed in the provided facts, but both teams fielded their rosters as they aimed for a strong performance in this pivotal game. The conditions of the game were not specified, but the venue’s atmosphere likely played a role in Houston's commanding performance.
Overall, this matchup was a testament to Houston's capabilities as they dominated Texas A&M, showcasing their scoring prowess and defensive strength throughout the game.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | HOU -10.5 | 142.5 o -112 / u -108 | Texas A&M Aggies +390 · Houston Cougars -520 |
Leaders
- PointsEmanuel Sharp18Houston Cougars
- AssistsMilos Uzan4Houston Cougars
- ReboundsChris Cenac Jr.9Houston Cougars
- PointsJosh Holloway12Texas A&M Aggies
- AssistsJosh Holloway3Texas A&M Aggies
- ReboundsJamie Vinson6Texas A&M Aggies
Recent form
Houston Cougars
Last 10: 6-4Streak L174.4 scored · 66.9 allowed per game5-1 at home
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Texas A&M Aggies
Last 10: 4-6Streak L178.3 scored · 83.6 allowed per game2-2 away
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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 |
| Arizona | 36-3 | - | 16-2 |
| Houston | 30-7 | 2 | 14-4 |
| Iowa State | 29-8 | 4 | 12-6 |
| Kansas | 24-11 | 4 | 12-6 |
| Texas Tech | 23-11 | 4 | 12-6 |
| TCU | 23-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| BYU | 23-12 | 7 | 9-9 |
| UCF | 21-12 | 7 | 9-9 |
| West Virginia | 21-14 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Cincinnati | 18-15 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Colorado | 17-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Arizona State | 17-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Oklahoma State | 20-15 | 10 | 6-12 |
| Baylor | 17-17 | 10 | 6-12 |
| Kansas State | 12-20 | 13 | 3-15 |
| Utah | 10-22 | 14 | 2-16 |
Box score
| Stat | Texas A&M Aggies | Houston Cougars |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 18-52 | 30-68 |
| Field goal % | 35 | 44 |
| Three-pointers | 6-24 | 8-31 |
| Three-point % | 25 | 26 |
| Free throws | 15-19 | 20-25 |
| Free throw % | 79 | 80 |
| Rebounds | 29 | 46 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 19 |
| Defensive rebounds | 20 | 27 |
| Assists | 9 | 14 |
| Steals | 4 | 4 |
| Blocks | 0 | 7 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 7 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 5 | 9 |
| Fast-break points | 7 | 7 |
| Points in the paint | 20 | 32 |
| Fouls | 21 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 4 | 31 |
| Lead changes | 4 | 4 |
| Time in front | 7 | 92 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half28-54Chris Cenac Jr. makes 12-foot jumper (Joseph Tugler assists)
- 2nd Half30-54Rylan Griffen makes layup
- 2nd Half31-54Rashaun Agee makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half33-54Rashaun Agee makes driving layup
- 2nd Half33-56Chris Cenac Jr. makes 10-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half34-56Josh Holloway makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half35-56Josh Holloway makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half35-59Milos Uzan makes 23-foot three point jumper (Mercy Miller assists)
- 2nd Half37-59Josh Holloway makes 13-foot pullup jump shot (Zach Clemence assists)
- 2nd Half37-61Mercy Miller makes 11-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half38-61Ali Dibba makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half39-61Ali Dibba makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half39-64Mercy Miller makes 24-foot three point jumper (Kingston Flemings assists)
- 2nd Half39-67Milos Uzan makes 24-foot three point jumper (Kingston Flemings assists)
- 2nd Half41-67Ali Dibba makes driving layup
- 2nd Half42-67Ali Dibba makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half43-67Ali Dibba makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half43-69Mercy Miller makes 10-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half43-71Joseph Tugler makes 2-foot dunk (Milos Uzan assists)
- 2nd Half44-71Pop Isaacs makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-71Josh Holloway makes 11-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half46-72Chris Cenac Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-73Chris Cenac Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half49-73Zach Clemence makes 23-foot three point jumper (Josh Holloway assists)
- 2nd Half49-75Joseph Tugler makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half51-75Chris McDermott makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half53-75Rylan Griffen makes driving layup
- 2nd Half53-76Chris Cenac Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-77Emanuel Sharp makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-78Mercy Miller makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-78Rubén Dominguez makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-78Rubén Dominguez makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-80Kalifa Sakho makes 1-foot dunk
- 2nd Half56-80Pop Isaacs makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-80Pop Isaacs makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-81Mercy Miller makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-82Mercy Miller makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-85Chase McCarty makes 26-foot three point jumper (Ramon Walker Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half57-87Mercy Miller makes 11-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half57-88Ramon Walker Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Houston Cougars, below favours Texas A&M Aggies.
Venue
- Paycom CenterOklahoma City, OK
- Attendance14887
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