Texas A&M Tops Oklahoma in Close Contest
Saturday, February 21, 2026, 8:30 PM ET · Lloyd Noble Center
Texas A&M Aggies 75, Oklahoma Sooners 71, 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 Oklahoma Sooners?
Texas A&M Aggies beat Oklahoma Sooners 75-71 at Lloyd Noble Center on February 21, 2026.
Who was favored in Texas A&M Aggies vs Oklahoma Sooners?
Texas A&M Aggies were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -122 (about 55% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Texas A&M Aggies defeated the Oklahoma Sooners 75-71 at the Lloyd Noble Center. This victory marks Texas A&M's continued dominance over Oklahoma, extending their head-to-head record to 4-0 in recent meetings. The Aggies have proven to be a challenging opponent for the Sooners, having won all three previous encounters this season and last, with scores of 76-83, 68-75, and 78-80.
Entering the game, Oklahoma had a home record of 13-14, struggling with a recent form of 2-8 over their last ten games, including a one-game losing streak. They averaged 80.1 points scored but allowed a concerning 86.6 points per game during this stretch. Their last five games saw them average 79.8 points scored while conceding 86.2 points. The Sooners' most recent game resulted in a loss against the Tennessee Volunteers, where they fell 66-89 on February 19.
On the other hand, Texas A&M came into the game with a stronger away record of 19-8 and a more balanced recent form of 5-5. They were riding a one-game winning streak after defeating the Ole Miss Rebels 80-77 on February 19. The Aggies averaged 82.6 points scored and allowed 80.2 points over their last ten games. Their last five games reflected an average of 79.6 points scored and 86.2 points allowed.
The betting lines from DraftKings indicated Texas A&M as a slight favorite, with a spread of 1.5 points and a moneyline of -122, while Oklahoma was priced at +102. The total for the game was set at 165.5, with both the over and under at -110.
In terms of player performance, Dayton Forsythe was pivotal for Texas A&M, contributing significantly in the second half with multiple scoring plays, including a driving layup that helped push the Aggies ahead. Rylan Griffen also made critical shots, including a 6-foot jumper that extended Texas A&M's lead. The Aggies' ability to convert free throws in the closing moments of the game proved crucial, as they capitalized on their opportunities to secure the win.
The game was played under competitive conditions, with both teams eager to secure a victory to bolster their standings. The atmosphere at the Lloyd Noble Center was charged, reflecting the stakes of the matchup.
Overall, this game highlighted Texas A&M's resilience and ability to perform under pressure, while Oklahoma continues to face challenges in their quest for consistency. The Aggies' victory not only adds to their momentum but also raises questions about Oklahoma's ability to turn their season around as they head deeper into the schedule.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | TA&M -1.5 | 165.5 o -110 / u -110 | Texas A&M Aggies -122 · Oklahoma Sooners +102 |
Leaders
- PointsDayton Forsythe14Oklahoma Sooners
- AssistsDayton Forsythe6Oklahoma Sooners
- ReboundsMohamed Wague13Oklahoma Sooners
- PointsRashaun Agee18Texas A&M Aggies
- AssistsZach Clemence4Texas A&M Aggies
- ReboundsRashaun Agee7Texas A&M Aggies
Recent form
Oklahoma Sooners
Last 10: 2-8Streak L180.1 scored · 86.6 allowed per game1-4 at home
- L66-89at Tennessee VolunteersFeb 19
- W94-78vs Georgia BulldogsFeb 14
- W92-91at Vanderbilt CommodoresFeb 7
- L78-94at Kentucky WildcatsFeb 5
- L69-79vs Texas LonghornsJan 31
- L79-83vs Arkansas RazorbacksJan 28
- L87-88at Missouri TigersJan 24
- L76-85at South Carolina GamecocksJan 21
- L81-83vs Alabama Crimson TideJan 17
- L79-96vs Florida GatorsJan 14
Texas A&M Aggies
Last 10: 5-5Streak W182.6 scored · 80.2 allowed per game2-3 away
- W80-77vs Ole Miss RebelsFeb 19
- L69-82at Vanderbilt CommodoresFeb 14
- L85-86vs Missouri TigersFeb 12
- L67-86vs Florida GatorsFeb 8
- L97-100at Alabama Crimson TideFeb 5
- W92-77at Georgia BulldogsJan 31
- W92-69vs South Carolina GamecocksJan 24
- W88-68vs Mississippi State BulldogsJan 22
- W74-70at Texas LonghornsJan 17
- L82-87at Tennessee VolunteersJan 14
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 |
Box score
| Stat | Texas A&M Aggies | Oklahoma Sooners |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 27-62 | 20-61 |
| Field goal % | 44 | 33 |
| Three-pointers | 10-25 | 11-30 |
| Three-point % | 40 | 37 |
| Free throws | 11-20 | 20-24 |
| Free throw % | 55 | 83 |
| Rebounds | 39 | 44 |
| Offensive rebounds | 14 | 18 |
| Defensive rebounds | 25 | 26 |
| Assists | 14 | 11 |
| Steals | 6 | 3 |
| Blocks | 4 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 5 | 8 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 15 | 8 |
| Fast-break points | 2 | 1 |
| Points in the paint | 32 | 12 |
| Fouls | 20 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 9 | 1 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 95 | 0 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half43-38Marcus Hill makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 1st Half43-41Jadon Jones makes 25-foot three point jumper (Derrion Reid assists)
- 2nd Half43-44Nijel Pack makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half46-44Rylan Griffen makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jacari Lane assists)
- 2nd Half48-44Rubén Dominguez makes layup (Ali Dibba assists)
- 2nd Half50-44Ali Dibba makes driving layup
- 2nd Half50-45Mohamed Wague makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-46Mohamed Wague makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-46Rubén Dominguez makes 27-foot three point jumper (Zach Clemence assists)
- 2nd Half53-48Tae Davis makes 7-foot jumper
- 2nd Half56-48Rylan Griffen makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jacari Lane assists)
- 2nd Half56-49Derrion Reid makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-50Derrion Reid makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-50Marcus Hill makes driving layup
- 2nd Half58-53Derrion Reid makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jadon Jones assists)
- 2nd Half60-53Jacari Lane makes driving layup
- 2nd Half61-53Jacari Lane makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half61-56Nijel Pack makes 24-foot three point jumper (Dayton Forsythe assists)
- 2nd Half62-56Zach Clemence makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-58Xzayvier Brown makes 13-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half64-58Ali Dibba makes layup (Federiko Federiko assists)
- 2nd Half66-58Rashaun Agee makes layup (Zach Clemence assists)
- 2nd Half66-59Dayton Forsythe makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-60Dayton Forsythe makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-60Rashaun Agee makes layup
- 2nd Half68-61Mohamed Wague makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-61Jacari Lane makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-61Jacari Lane makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-62Tae Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-63Tae Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-64Kirill Elatontsev makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-65Kirill Elatontsev makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-67Dayton Forsythe makes driving layup
- 2nd Half72-67Rylan Griffen makes 6-foot jumper
- 2nd Half72-69Dayton Forsythe makes 13-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half72-71Dayton Forsythe makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-70Dayton Forsythe makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half73-71Rashaun Agee makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-71Rashaun Agee makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-71Rylan Griffen makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Oklahoma Sooners, below favours Texas A&M Aggies.
Venue
- Lloyd Noble CenterNorman, OK
- Attendance8265
- OfficialsDon Daily, Vladimir Voyard-Tadal, Mike Nance
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