Prairie View A&M Tops Texas Southern in Close Contest
Saturday, January 31, 2026, 5:30 PM ET · William J. Nicks Building
Prairie View A&M Panthers 85, Texas Southern Tigers 78, 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 Prairie View A&M Panthers?
Prairie View A&M Panthers beat Texas Southern Tigers 85-78 at William J. Nicks Building on January 31, 2026.
Who was favored in Texas Southern Tigers vs Prairie View A&M Panthers?
Texas Southern Tigers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -122 (about 55% implied). The underdog won.
In an exciting matchup, the Prairie View A&M Panthers triumphed over the Texas Southern Tigers with a final score of 85-78. This victory is significant for the Panthers, as it marks a break from their recent struggles against the Tigers, who had defeated them in their previous two encounters. The game took place at the William J. Nicks Building, where the Panthers have shown a slightly better record at home compared to their overall performance this season.
Entering this game, Prairie View A&M had a home record of 9-13 and had struggled recently, holding a record of 3-6-1 in their last ten games, with an average of 70.9 points scored and 75.9 points allowed. Their recent form included a draw against Alabama A&M Bulldogs, a loss to Alabama State Hornets, and victories over Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions and Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils. In contrast, Texas Southern came into the game with a record of 6-14 and had shown signs of improvement, winning their last two games and holding a 5-5 record over their last ten. The Tigers averaged 78.4 points scored and allowed 72.7 points during this stretch.
The Panthers' home performance has been crucial, as they recorded a 2-1 home record in their last three games. However, they had been struggling away, with a 1-5 record in their last six games. Texas Southern's away record was less favorable, with a 1-3 mark in their last four away games, but they had recently secured a convincing win against Alabama State Hornets, showcasing their potential.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but the overall health of the teams can often influence the outcome of such close contests. The market had priced Texas Southern as slight favorites with a spread of 1.5 points, according to DraftKings, indicating a competitive matchup. The total for the game was set at 157.5, reflecting expectations for a high-scoring affair.
The conditions during the game were conducive to scoring, and both teams showcased their offensive capabilities. Prairie View A&M's scoring plays in the second half included crucial free throws by Cory Wells and Zytarious Mortle, along with a significant layup by Tai'Reon Joseph. The Panthers maintained their lead through consistent scoring, including a 23-foot three-point jumper by Jaylen Wysinger that helped solidify their advantage.
Overall, the game was a testament to Prairie View A&M's resilience and ability to perform under pressure, especially in light of their recent form against Texas Southern. The Panthers' victory not only boosts their confidence but also alters the narrative of their rivalry with the Tigers, who will need to regroup after this defeat.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | TXSO -1.5 | 157.5 o -115 / u -105 | Texas Southern Tigers -122 · Prairie View A&M Panthers +102 |
Leaders
- PointsTai'Reon Joseph31Prairie View A&M Panthers
- AssistsDontae Horne5Prairie View A&M Panthers
- ReboundsDontae Horne8Prairie View A&M Panthers
- PointsTroy Hupstead19Texas Southern Tigers
- AssistsZaire Hayes1Texas Southern Tigers
- ReboundsTroy Hupstead18Texas Southern Tigers
Recent form
Prairie View A&M Panthers
Last 10: 3-6-1Streak D170.9 scored · 75.9 allowed per game2-1 at home
- D0-0vs Alabama A&M BulldogsJan 27
- L80-95vs Alabama State HornetsJan 24
- L75-76at Alcorn State BravesJan 19
- L78-82at Jackson State TigersJan 17
- W73-61vs Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden LionsJan 13
- W70-69vs Mississippi Valley State Delta DevilsJan 10
- W89-85at Southern JaguarsJan 6
- L72-76at Grambling TigersJan 3
- L82-111at Texas A&M AggiesDec 30
- L90-104at LSU TigersDec 23
Texas Southern Tigers
Last 10: 5-5Streak W278.4 scored · 72.7 allowed per game1-3 away
- 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
- W80-56vs Huston Tillotson RamsDec 31
- L68-75vs Abilene Christian WildcatsDec 22
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 | Prairie View A&M Panthers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 27-59 | 28-65 |
| Field goal % | 46 | 43 |
| Three-pointers | 7-18 | 9-27 |
| Three-point % | 39 | 33 |
| Free throws | 17-27 | 20-25 |
| Free throw % | 63 | 80 |
| Rebounds | 44 | 29 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 31 | 20 |
| Assists | 3 | 12 |
| Steals | 6 | 7 |
| Blocks | 4 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 7 |
| Team turnovers | 4 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 2 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 2 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 6 | 19 |
| Fast-break points | 12 | 19 |
| Points in the paint | 38 | 32 |
| Fouls | 19 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 5 | 13 |
| Lead changes | 9 | 9 |
| Time in front | 30 | 57 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half46-44Dontae Horne makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half46-47Tai'Reon Joseph makes 25-foot three point jumper (Keeshawn Mason assists)
- 2nd Half48-47Troy Hupstead makes layup
- 2nd Half48-49Joey Madimba makes layup
- 2nd Half51-49Troy Hupstead makes 25-foot three point jumper (Bryce Roberts assists)
- 2nd Half51-50Dontae Horne makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-51Dontae Horne makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-53Dontae Horne makes 11-foot jumper
- 2nd Half53-53Jaylen Wysinger makes layup
- 2nd Half53-55Dontae Horne makes 11-foot jumper (Lance Williams assists)
- 2nd Half55-55Zaire Hayes makes layup (Jordan Gorecki assists)
- 2nd Half57-55Jaylen Wysinger makes layup
- 2nd Half57-56Cory Wells makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-58Dontae Horne makes 10-foot jumper
- 2nd Half57-61Tai'Reon Joseph makes 22-foot three point jumper (Dontae Horne assists)
- 2nd Half58-61Troy Hupstead makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-61Troy Hupstead makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-64Joey Madimba makes 22-foot three point jumper (Cory Wells assists)
- 2nd Half61-64Jaylen Wysinger makes layup
- 2nd Half61-66Tai'Reon Joseph makes layup
- 2nd Half64-66Zaire Hayes makes 26-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half64-69Tai'Reon Joseph makes 24-foot three point jumper (Dontae Horne assists)
- 2nd Half64-71Joey Madimba makes 5-foot jumper
- 2nd Half64-73Tai'Reon Joseph makes layup (Dontae Horne assists)
- 2nd Half64-75Tai'Reon Joseph makes layup
- 2nd Half64-77Joey Madimba makes layup (Tai'Reon Joseph assists)
- 2nd Half65-77Zaire Hayes makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-77Zaire Hayes makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-77Zaire Hayes makes layup
- 2nd Half68-79Cory Wells makes layup
- 2nd Half70-79Duane Posey makes 8-foot jumper
- 2nd Half73-79Jaylen Wysinger makes 25-foot three point jumper (Zaire Hayes assists)
- 2nd Half73-80Cory Wells makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half73-81Cory Wells makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-83Tai'Reon Joseph makes layup
- 2nd Half74-83Zytarious Mortle makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-83Zytarious Mortle makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-84Dontae Horne makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half78-84Jaylen Wysinger makes 23-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half78-85Lance Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Prairie View A&M Panthers, below favours Texas Southern Tigers.
Venue
- William J. Nicks BuildingPrairie View, TX
- Attendance3040
- OfficialsDamien Richard, David Howard, Jarrett Howell
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