Tennessee Volunteers Edge Texas A&M in Double Overtime Thriller
Tuesday, January 13, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Food City Center
Tennessee Volunteers 87, Texas A&M Aggies 82, 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 Texas A&M Aggies vs Tennessee Volunteers?
Tennessee Volunteers beat Texas A&M Aggies 87-82 at Food City Center on January 13, 2026.
Who was favored in Texas A&M Aggies vs Tennessee Volunteers?
Tennessee Volunteers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -650 (about 87% implied). The favorite won.
In a gripping contest that extended into double overtime, the Tennessee Volunteers triumphed over the Texas A&M Aggies with a final score of 87-82. This matchup at the Food City Center showcased both teams' competitive spirit, with Tennessee managing to secure the win despite a closely fought battle.
Tennessee entered the game with a home record of 12-5, while Texas A&M boasted a slightly better away record of 13-4. The Volunteers had been experiencing a mixed run of form, holding a 5-5 record in their last ten games and coming off a loss against the Florida Gators, where they were defeated 67-91 on January 10. In contrast, Texas A&M had been in excellent form, winning nine of their last ten games, including a six-game winning streak leading into this matchup. Their last game saw them beat the Oklahoma Sooners 83-76 on January 10.
At home, Tennessee had a record of 4-2 in their last six games, averaging 85.2 points scored and allowing 70.8 points per game. Texas A&M, while performing well overall, had a mixed away record of 3-1 in their last four away games, averaging 95.4 points scored and allowing 79.0 points. This contrast in scoring averages highlighted the offensive prowess of Texas A&M, which they would need to leverage against a resilient Tennessee defense.
The previous meeting between these two teams took place on February 22, 2025, where Tennessee came out on top with a 77-69 victory. This history added an extra layer of intensity to the encounter, as both teams were eager to assert dominance in their rivalry.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but the impact of player availability can often influence the dynamics of such tightly contested games. The betting market, provided by DraftKings, had Tennessee favored by 11.5 points, with a total set at 159.5. This indicated that the market expected a high-scoring affair, reflective of both teams' offensive capabilities.
The conditions for the game were not detailed in the block, but the atmosphere in the Food City Center was likely electric, given the stakes of the matchup and the passionate fanbases of both teams. Viewers were treated to a display of skill, strategy, and determination as the game unfolded.
As the game progressed into the second overtime, key moments defined the outcome. Jaylen Carey made critical free throws that helped Tennessee maintain their lead, while Jacari Lane also contributed significantly to the scoring for Texas A&M. Ultimately, Tennessee's ability to execute under pressure and capitalize on free throw opportunities proved decisive in sealing the victory.
This thrilling encounter not only highlighted the competitive nature of college basketball but also set the stage for both teams as they move forward in the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | TENN -11.5 | 159.5 o -108 / u -112 | Texas A&M Aggies +470 · Tennessee Volunteers -650 |
Leaders
- PointsNate Ament23Tennessee Volunteers
- AssistsJa'Kobi Gillespie5Tennessee Volunteers
- ReboundsFelix Okpara12Tennessee Volunteers
- PointsJacari Lane20Texas A&M Aggies
- AssistsJacari Lane9Texas A&M Aggies
- ReboundsRashaun Agee9Texas A&M Aggies
Recent form
Tennessee Volunteers
Last 10: 5-5Streak L178.3 scored · 70.7 allowed per game4-2 at home
- L67-91at Florida GatorsJan 10
- W85-71vs Texas LonghornsJan 7
- L75-86at Arkansas RazorbacksJan 3
- W105-54vs South Carolina State BulldogsDec 31
- W94-52vs Gardner-Webb Runnin' BulldogsDec 21
- W83-62vs Louisville CardinalsDec 17
- L62-75vs Illinois Fighting IlliniDec 7
- L60-62at Syracuse OrangeDec 3
- L76-81vs Kansas JayhawksNov 27
- W76-73at Houston CougarsNov 25
Texas A&M Aggies
Last 10: 9-1Streak W696.5 scored · 77.9 allowed per game3-1 away
- W83-76vs Oklahoma SoonersJan 10
- W90-88at Auburn TigersJan 7
- W75-72vs LSU TigersJan 3
- W111-82vs Prairie View A&M PanthersDec 30
- W118-77vs East Texas A&M LionsDec 21
- W112-75vs Jacksonville DolphinsDec 15
- L80-93at SMU MustangsDec 7
- W81-73at Pittsburgh PanthersDec 3
- W95-59at Florida State SeminolesNov 28
- W120-84vs Mississippi Valley State Delta DevilsNov 26
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 | Tennessee Volunteers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-66 | 25-67 |
| Field goal % | 36 | 37 |
| Three-pointers | 13-43 | 6-24 |
| Three-point % | 30 | 25 |
| Free throws | 21-32 | 31-42 |
| Free throw % | 66 | 74 |
| Rebounds | 35 | 60 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 24 |
| Defensive rebounds | 25 | 36 |
| Assists | 16 | 12 |
| Steals | 12 | 10 |
| Blocks | 6 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 19 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 3 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 20 | 18 |
| Fast-break points | 6 | 10 |
| Points in the paint | 22 | 34 |
| Fouls | 30 | 23 |
| Largest lead | 11 | 5 |
| Lead changes | 11 | 11 |
| Time in front | 72 | 15 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half58-57Rubén Dominguez makes 26-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half58-59Nate Ament makes 12-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half60-59Zach Clemence makes 6-foot hook shot (Jacari Lane assists)
- 2nd Half60-60Felix Okpara makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-60Jacari Lane makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-60Jacari Lane makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-61Bishop Boswell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-61Pop Isaacs makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half63-63Ja'Kobi Gillespie makes layup
- 2nd Half63-64Ja'Kobi Gillespie makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half66-64Rylan Griffen makes 23-foot three point jumper (Pop Isaacs assists)
- 2nd Half66-65Bishop Boswell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-66Bishop Boswell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-66Rashaun Agee makes layup (Pop Isaacs assists)
- 2nd Half68-69Troy Henderson makes 25-foot three point jumper (Bishop Boswell assists)
- 2nd Half69-69Jacari Lane makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-69Jacari Lane makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-69Pop Isaacs makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-70Nate Ament makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-71Bishop Boswell makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT71-73Nate Ament makes 7-foot turnaround jump shot
- OT72-73Rylan Griffen makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT73-73Rylan Griffen makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT73-74Nate Ament makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT73-75Nate Ament makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT75-75Rashaun Agee makes layup (Pop Isaacs assists)
- 2OT75-77Nate Ament makes layup (Ja'Kobi Gillespie assists)
- 2OT76-77Rashaun Agee makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2OT79-77Pop Isaacs makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jacari Lane assists)
- 2OT79-79Nate Ament makes layup
- 2OT79-80Bishop Boswell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2OT79-81Bishop Boswell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2OT79-83Jaylen Carey makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2OT80-83Jacari Lane makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2OT80-84Jaylen Carey makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2OT81-84Jacari Lane makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2OT82-84Jacari Lane makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2OT82-85Nate Ament makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2OT82-86Nate Ament makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2OT82-87Jaylen Carey makes free throw 1 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Tennessee Volunteers, below favours Texas A&M Aggies.
Venue
- Food City CenterKnoxville, TN
- Attendance17808
- OfficialsDoug Shows, Chuck Jones, Wil Howard
Elsewhere
- Carson Crawford, No. 46 in '27 class, commits to Arizona St.
- Tennessee's Ralph Scott to have knee surgery, out at least 6 months
- Men's NCAA basketball 2026-27 Way-Too-Early Top 25 rankings
- Transfers, recruits and roster moves for key men's NCAA basketball teams
- Michigan 5-star freshman Brandon McCoy Jr. (knee) to miss season
- With $6.5 million left on deal, UCLA fires AD Martin Jarmond