Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Dominates Houston Christian
Monday, January 5, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · Sharp Gymnasium
Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders 81, Houston Christian Huskies 65, 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-Corpus Christi Islanders vs Houston Christian Huskies?
Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders beat Houston Christian Huskies 81-65 at Sharp Gymnasium on January 5, 2026.
Who was favored in Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders vs Houston Christian Huskies?
Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -185 (about 65% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders defeated the Houston Christian Huskies with a final score of 81-65. This game showcased the Islanders' strong performance, extending their winning streak to three games while the Huskies faced their sixth consecutive loss.
The Islanders entered this game with a record of 8-7, having won six of their last ten games, and they averaged 79.3 points scored while allowing 66.1 points. Their recent form included victories over UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros and LSU New Orleans Privateers, both of which contributed to their current momentum. In contrast, the Huskies struggled with a 5-10 record and had only managed to win two of their last ten games, averaging 68.3 points scored and allowing 76.5 points. Their last five games were particularly challenging, with an average of just 64.0 points scored and 78.6 points allowed.
The game took place at Sharp Gymnasium, where the Huskies have struggled, holding a home record of 0-2 in their last ten games. On the other hand, the Islanders have performed well on the road, with a 2-3 away record in their last five games. Previous meetings between these two teams had seen the Islanders leading the series 2-1, with the Huskies' only victory coming in January 2025.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any affected players, but the performance of both teams indicated that the Islanders were in better shape heading into this contest. The odds provided by DraftKings indicated that the Islanders were favored by 3.5 points, with a total set at 132.5. The moneyline reflected this confidence in the Islanders, priced at -185, while the Huskies were at +154.
The conditions for the game were typical for indoor basketball, allowing both teams to focus on their strategies without external weather influences. As the game unfolded, viewers witnessed a variety of scoring plays, including a notable 24-foot three-point jumper by Sheldon Williams, which highlighted the Islanders' offensive capabilities.
As the final buzzer sounded, the Islanders' comprehensive victory emphasized their offensive strength and defensive resilience, while the Huskies faced the reality of their ongoing struggles. This game not only showcased the current state of both teams but also set the stage for future matchups in the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | AMCC -3.5 | 132.5 o -110 / u -110 | Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders -185 · Houston Christian Huskies +154 |
Leaders
- PointsKylin Green15Houston Christian Huskies
- AssistsKylin Green4Houston Christian Huskies
- ReboundsD'Aundre Samuels5Houston Christian Huskies
- PointsSheldon Williams16Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders
- AssistsLeo Torbor4Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders
- ReboundsSheldon Williams7Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders
Recent form
Houston Christian Huskies
Last 10: 2-8Streak L568.3 scored · 76.5 allowed per game0-2 at home
- L56-73at Incarnate Word CardinalsJan 3
- L61-89at Iowa State CyclonesDec 30
- L64-79at Nicholls ColonelsDec 18
- L68-78vs McNeese CowboysDec 16
- L71-74vs SE Louisiana LionsDec 13
- W85-76at LSU New Orleans PrivateersDec 6
- L75-77at North Texas Mean GreenDec 3
- L62-80at Georgia Southern EaglesNov 29
- W72-65at The Citadel BulldogsNov 27
- L69-74at Bellarmine KnightsNov 26
Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders
Last 10: 6-4Streak W279.3 scored · 66.1 allowed per game2-3 away
- W63-59at UT Rio Grande Valley VaquerosJan 3
- W83-69vs LSU New Orleans PrivateersDec 31
- L71-76vs Nicholls ColonelsDec 30
- W93-36vs Southwestern Adventist KnightsDec 21
- L60-69at Stephen F. Austin LumberjacksDec 18
- W108-55vs Dallas Christian CrusadersDec 13
- W57-49at Lamar CardinalsDec 7
- L67-88at Xavier MusketeersNov 28
- W122-75vs Howard Payne Yellow JacketsNov 22
- L69-85at Oklahoma State CowboysNov 16
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stephen F. Austin | 28-6 | - | 20-2 |
| McNeese | 28-6 | 1 | 19-3 |
| UT Rio Grande Valley | 19-14 | 6 | 14-8 |
| Texas A&M-Corpus Christi | 18-15 | 7 | 13-9 |
| LSU New Orleans | 15-18 | 8 | 12-10 |
| Nicholls | 14-19 | 8 | 12-10 |
| Houston Christian | 12-20 | 12 | 8-14 |
| Northwestern State | 10-22 | 12 | 8-14 |
| Incarnate Word | 12-19 | 13 | 7-15 |
| Lamar | 12-19 | 13 | 7-15 |
| East Texas A&M | 11-21 | 14 | 6-16 |
| SE Louisiana | 9-22 | 14 | 6-16 |
Box score
| Stat | Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders | Houston Christian Huskies |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 32-65 | 23-55 |
| Field goal % | 49 | 42 |
| Three-pointers | 6-20 | 5-23 |
| Three-point % | 30 | 22 |
| Free throws | 11-15 | 14-19 |
| Free throw % | 73 | 74 |
| Rebounds | 38 | 29 |
| Offensive rebounds | 15 | 11 |
| Defensive rebounds | 23 | 18 |
| Assists | 14 | 15 |
| Steals | 12 | 7 |
| Blocks | 3 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 17 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 28 | 7 |
| Fast-break points | 11 | 2 |
| Points in the paint | 46 | 36 |
| Fouls | 15 | 11 |
| Largest lead | 20 | 2 |
| Lead changes | 11 | 11 |
| Time in front | 80 | 10 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half48-35Kylin Green makes layup (Mambourou Mara assists)
- 2nd Half48-36Kylin Green makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half48-39Trent Johnson makes 24-foot three point jumper (Ryan Bartley assists)
- 2nd Half50-39Sheldon Williams makes layup (Franck Yetna assists)
- 2nd Half52-39D'Avian Houston makes layup
- 2nd Half52-41Demari Williams makes layup (Trent Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half54-41Leo Torbor makes 9-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half54-42Ryan Bartley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-43Ryan Bartley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-43Sheldon Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-43Sheldon Williams makes layup
- 2nd Half58-43Mason Gibson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-44Kylin Green makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-45Kylin Green makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-45Mason Gibson makes 12-foot jumper
- 2nd Half60-46Demarco Bethea makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-47Demarco Bethea makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-48Trent Johnson makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half62-48Sheldon Williams makes 2-foot dunk (Jaden Haire assists)
- 2nd Half64-48Franck Yetna makes 1-foot dunk
- 2nd Half64-49Mambourou Mara makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-49Kobi Pearson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-52D'Aundre Samuels makes 24-foot three point jumper (Ryan Bartley assists)
- 2nd Half65-54Kylin Green makes layup
- 2nd Half66-54Daniel Michelini-Jackson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-54Sheldon Williams makes layup
- 2nd Half69-54Franck Yetna makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-54Franck Yetna makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-56Demari Williams makes 6-foot jumper
- 2nd Half70-57Demari Williams makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half72-57Nick Shogbonyo makes 21-foot jumper (Leo Torbor assists)
- 2nd Half74-57Franck Yetna makes layup (D'Avian Houston assists)
- 2nd Half77-57Sheldon Williams makes 24-foot three point jumper (Franck Yetna assists)
- 2nd Half77-58Ryan Bartley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half77-59Ryan Bartley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half77-61Demarco Bethea makes layup
- 2nd Half77-64Trent Johnson makes 28-foot three point jumper (Demarco Bethea assists)
- 2nd Half79-64Trenton Pane makes layup
- 2nd Half81-64Trenton Pane makes 11-foot jumper
- 2nd Half81-65Caleb Gaston makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Houston Christian Huskies, below favours Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders.
Venue
- Sharp GymnasiumHouston, TX
- Attendance473
- OfficialsShaun Seales, Eric Kronebusch, John Johnson
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