Bethune-Cookman Tops Texas Southern in Overtime Thriller
Monday, February 9, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Moore Gymnasium (FL)
Bethune-Cookman Wildcats 79, Texas Southern Tigers 69, 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 Southern Tigers vs Bethune-Cookman Wildcats?
Bethune-Cookman Wildcats beat Texas Southern Tigers 79-69 at Moore Gymnasium (FL) on February 9, 2026.
Who was favored in Texas Southern Tigers vs Bethune-Cookman Wildcats?
Bethune-Cookman Wildcats were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -360 (about 78% implied). The favorite won.
In a gripping overtime contest, the Bethune-Cookman Wildcats emerged victorious against the Texas Southern Tigers, finishing the game with a score of 79-69. The match, held at Moore Gymnasium in Florida, showcased the Wildcats' resilience and ability to perform under pressure, particularly in the extra period where they outscored their opponents 10-1. This victory extends Bethune-Cookman's impressive home record to 14-11, as they continue to build momentum in their season.
Bethune-Cookman entered the game with a strong recent form, boasting a record of 9-1 over their last ten games, including a seven-game winning streak. Their scoring average during this stretch was an impressive 79.8 points per game, while they allowed an average of 68.3 points. Their last five games have seen them maintain a record of 5-0, scoring an average of 79.6 points and allowing just 62.6 points per game. In contrast, Texas Southern had a record of 5-5 in their last ten games, with a recent win against Florida A&M, which broke a streak of losses. The Tigers averaged 77.6 points scored and 73.8 points allowed during this period.
At home, the Wildcats have been particularly formidable, holding a home record of 5-1 in their last six games. Texas Southern, on the other hand, has struggled on the road with a 2-4 away record in their last six games. The two teams had previously met in the 2025 season, where Bethune-Cookman secured a narrow win with a score of 80-77.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but both teams have had their share of challenges throughout the season. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, favored Bethune-Cookman, giving them a spread of -7.5 and a moneyline of -360, while Texas Southern was listed at +285 on the moneyline. The total points for the game were set at 152.5, indicating expectations for a competitive scoring affair.
The conditions during the game were conducive to a high-paced matchup, with both teams showcasing their offensive capabilities. Viewers were treated to a display of free-throw shooting in the overtime period, where several key players stepped up to secure the victory for Bethune-Cookman. Notably, Arterio Morris played a crucial role in the overtime, making multiple free throws that contributed to the Wildcats' final score.
As the game concluded, Bethune-Cookman solidified their position in the league with this win, while Texas Southern will look to regroup and address their inconsistencies as they move forward in the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | BCU -7.5 | 152.5 o -108 / u -112 | Texas Southern Tigers +285 · Bethune-Cookman Wildcats -360 |
Leaders
- PointsTyler Andrews17Bethune-Cookman Wildcats
- AssistsArterio Morris5Bethune-Cookman Wildcats
- ReboundsTyler Andrews7Bethune-Cookman Wildcats
- PointsBryce Roberts16Texas Southern Tigers
- AssistsJaylen Wysinger3Texas Southern Tigers
- ReboundsTroy Hupstead15Texas Southern Tigers
Recent form
Bethune-Cookman Wildcats
Last 10: 9-1Streak W779.8 scored · 68.3 allowed per game5-1 at home
- W82-76vs Prairie View A&M PanthersFeb 7
- W80-62at Alabama A&M BulldogsFeb 3
- W69-54at Alabama State HornetsJan 31
- W82-73vs Alcorn State BravesJan 27
- W85-48vs Jackson State TigersJan 24
- W87-82at Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden LionsJan 19
- W79-63at Mississippi Valley State Delta DevilsJan 17
- L73-77vs Southern JaguarsJan 13
- W74-65vs Grambling TigersJan 10
- W87-83vs Florida A&M RattlersJan 3
Texas Southern Tigers
Last 10: 5-5Streak W177.6 scored · 73.8 allowed per game2-4 away
- W62-57at Florida A&M RattlersFeb 7
- L78-85at Prairie View A&M PanthersJan 31
- W96-64vs Alabama State HornetsJan 27
- W89-74vs Alabama A&M BulldogsJan 24
- L89-94at Jackson State TigersJan 20
- W72-71at Alcorn State BravesJan 17
- W84-51vs Mississippi Valley State Delta DevilsJan 13
- L66-74vs Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden LionsJan 10
- L67-84at Grambling TigersJan 6
- L73-84at Southern JaguarsJan 3
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bethune-Cookman | 17-15 | - | 14-4 |
| Southern | 17-17 | 3 | 11-7 |
| Florida A&M | 15-16 | 3 | 11-7 |
| Alabama A&M | 18-15 | 4 | 10-8 |
| Arkansas-Pine Bluff | 13-19 | 4 | 10-8 |
| Texas Southern | 12-18 | 4 | 10-8 |
| Jackson State | 12-21 | 4 | 10-8 |
| Prairie View A&M | 19-18 | 5 | 9-9 |
| Grambling | 14-19 | 7 | 7-11 |
| Alabama State | 10-22 | 7 | 7-11 |
| Alcorn State | 9-23 | 7 | 7-11 |
| Mississippi Valley State | 3-30 | 12 | 2-16 |
Box score
| Stat | Texas Southern Tigers | Bethune-Cookman Wildcats |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 21-60 | 24-62 |
| Field goal % | 35 | 39 |
| Three-pointers | 5-23 | 8-22 |
| Three-point % | 22 | 36 |
| Free throws | 22-29 | 23-35 |
| Free throw % | 76 | 66 |
| Rebounds | 37 | 47 |
| Offensive rebounds | 11 | 17 |
| Defensive rebounds | 26 | 30 |
| Assists | 7 | 14 |
| Steals | 6 | 7 |
| Blocks | 3 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 3 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 7 | 13 |
| Fast-break points | 6 | 13 |
| Points in the paint | 24 | 30 |
| Fouls | 27 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 13 | 10 |
| Lead changes | 5 | 5 |
| Time in front | 55 | 29 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half50-39Arterio Morris makes driving layup
- 2nd Half50-41Jakobi Heady makes driving layup (Seneca Willoughby assists)
- 2nd Half50-42Jakobi Heady makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half50-43Jakobi Heady makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half51-43Troy Hupstead makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-43Troy Hupstead makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-45Tyler Andrews makes driving layup
- 2nd Half53-45Alex Anderson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-47Ariel Bland makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half53-48Ariel Bland makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half54-48Bryce Roberts makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-48Bryce Roberts makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-50Arterio Morris makes driving layup
- 2nd Half55-53Tyler Andrews makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jakobi Heady assists)
- 2nd Half55-54Jakobi Heady makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-57Jakobi Heady makes 24-foot three point jumper (Arterio Morris assists)
- 2nd Half56-57Zaire Hayes makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-57Zaire Hayes makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-57Jaylen Wysinger makes 17-foot jumper
- 2nd Half59-59Ariel Bland makes layup (Arterio Morris assists)
- 2nd Half61-59Jaylen Wysinger makes driving layup
- 2nd Half61-61Ariel Bland makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half62-61Jaylen Wysinger makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-61Jaylen Wysinger makes 20-foot jumper
- 2nd Half64-64Seneca Willoughby makes 23-foot three point jumper (Arterio Morris assists)
- OT65-64Jordan Gorecki makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT65-65Tyler Andrews makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT65-67Daniel Rouzan makes layup
- OT65-69Jakobi Heady makes layup (Tyler Andrews assists)
- OT65-71Daniel Rouzan makes 7-foot jumper (Arterio Morris assists)
- OT65-73Arterio Morris makes layup (Seneca Willoughby assists)
- OT67-73Troy Hupstead makes driving layup
- OT68-73Troy Hupstead makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT68-74Arterio Morris makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT68-75Arterio Morris makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT69-75Zaire Hayes makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT69-76Arterio Morris makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT69-77Arterio Morris makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT69-78Seneca Willoughby makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT69-79Seneca Willoughby makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Bethune-Cookman Wildcats, below favours Texas Southern Tigers.
Venue
- Moore Gymnasium (FL)Daytona Beach, FL
- OfficialsAdam James, Felix Fuerte, Charles Howell Jr
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