Southern Jaguars Secure Win Over Texas Southern Tigers
Saturday, January 3, 2026, 6:00 PM ET · F.G. Clark Activity Center
Southern Jaguars 84, Texas Southern Tigers 73, 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 Southern Jaguars?
Southern Jaguars beat Texas Southern Tigers 84-73 at F.G. Clark Activity Center on January 3, 2026.
Who was favored in Texas Southern Tigers vs Southern Jaguars?
Southern Jaguars were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -310 (about 76% implied). The favorite won.
The Southern Jaguars triumphed over the Texas Southern Tigers with a final score of 84-73 in a hard-fought NCAAB matchup at the F.G. Clark Activity Center. This victory marks a continuation of the Jaguars' dominance over the Tigers, extending their head-to-head record to 2-0 for the season, having previously defeated Texas Southern 67-58 on January 4 and 66-57 on February 18.
Entering this game, the Jaguars had a home record of 5-9 and were struggling with a recent form of 3-7 over their last ten games, including a five-game losing streak. Their scoring average during this stretch was 80.5 points per game, but they also allowed an average of 82.1 points, indicating defensive vulnerabilities. In their last five games, they averaged 68.2 points scored while conceding an alarming 91.4 points.
On the other side, the Texas Southern Tigers came into the game with a record of 2-10, having won only two of their last ten games, with their most recent match resulting in a victory against Huston Tillotson Rams, where they won 80-56. Their scoring average over this stretch was 74.6 points, while they allowed an average of 83.7 points. The Tigers have struggled particularly on the road, with an away record of 0-5.
The market had priced the Jaguars as 6.5-point favorites according to DraftKings, with a moneyline of -310 for Southern and +250 for Texas Southern. The total for the game was set at 153.5, reflecting expectations for a relatively high-scoring affair.
In terms of conditions, the game was played at home for the Jaguars, who have shown a better performance at their venue compared to their away games. The Jaguars had a home record of 2-0 in their last two home games prior to this matchup, while the Tigers had not secured a win in their last five away games.
Injuries were not detailed in the block, but both teams faced challenges with their recent performances. The Jaguars' scoring was highlighted by key plays in the second half, including a 9-foot floating jump shot by Alex Anderson, which contributed to their scoring surge. The game featured several free throws from both teams, with Michael Jacobs and Alex Anderson making crucial shots that helped the Jaguars maintain their lead.
As the game progressed, the Jaguars managed to pull away, demonstrating their ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities, particularly in the second half. The final moments saw the Jaguars secure their victory with free throws, including a significant one from Ashton Magee, which sealed the game at 84-73.
Overall, this matchup showcased the Jaguars' resilience and ability to perform at home, while the Tigers continue to seek consistency in their game as they navigate a challenging season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SOU -6.5 | 153.5 o -108 / u -112 | Texas Southern Tigers +250 · Southern Jaguars -310 |
Leaders
- PointsMichael Jacobs27Southern Jaguars
- AssistsCam Amboree8Southern Jaguars
- ReboundsMalek Abdelgowad7Southern Jaguars
- PointsAlex Anderson18Texas Southern Tigers
- AssistsBryce Roberts5Texas Southern Tigers
- ReboundsTroy Hupstead11Texas Southern Tigers
Recent form
Southern Jaguars
Last 10: 3-7Streak L580.5 scored · 82.1 allowed per game2-0 at home
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Texas Southern Tigers
Last 10: 2-8Streak W174.6 scored · 83.7 allowed per game0-5 away
- W80-56vs Huston Tillotson RamsDec 31
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- L70-104at Texas A&M AggiesNov 7
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 | Southern Jaguars |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 22-53 | 28-55 |
| Field goal % | 42 | 51 |
| Three-pointers | 4-19 | 7-19 |
| Three-point % | 21 | 37 |
| Free throws | 25-32 | 21-34 |
| Free throw % | 78 | 62 |
| Rebounds | 32 | 33 |
| Offensive rebounds | 6 | 5 |
| Defensive rebounds | 26 | 28 |
| Assists | 10 | 20 |
| Steals | 7 | 11 |
| Blocks | 2 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 17 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 16 | 21 |
| Fast-break points | 15 | 10 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 38 |
| Fouls | 24 | 18 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 21 |
| Lead changes | 6 | 6 |
| Time in front | 2 | 92 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half41-56Brandon Hardy makes 2-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half43-56Zytarious Mortle makes driving layup
- 2nd Half43-57Michael Jacobs makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half43-60Cam Amboree makes 27-foot three point jumper (DaMariee Jones assists)
- 2nd Half43-62Malek Abdelgowad makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half43-64Malek Abdelgowad makes 10-foot jumper (Cam Amboree assists)
- 2nd Half44-64Alex Anderson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half45-64Bryce Roberts makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-64Bryce Roberts makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half47-64Josh Akpovwa makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-64Troy Hupstead makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half49-64Troy Hupstead makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-64Zaire Hayes makes 14-foot jumper (Bryce Roberts assists)
- 2nd Half54-64Bryce Roberts makes 23-foot three point jumper (Troy Hupstead assists)
- 2nd Half54-65Malek Abdelgowad makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-66Cam Amboree makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-67Cam Amboree makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-67Alex Anderson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half59-67Zaire Hayes makes 23-foot three point jumper (Bryce Roberts assists)
- 2nd Half59-69Michael Jacobs makes driving layup
- 2nd Half61-69Zaire Hayes makes 8-foot floating jump shot (Bryce Roberts assists)
- 2nd Half61-70DaMariee Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-72Brandon Hardy makes layup (Michael Jacobs assists)
- 2nd Half62-72Alex Anderson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-73Michael Jacobs makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-73Alex Anderson makes 8-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half64-75Malek Abdelgowad makes 1-foot dunk (DaMariee Jones assists)
- 2nd Half64-76Michael Jacobs makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-77Michael Jacobs makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-77Troy Hupstead makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-77Troy Hupstead makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-79Ashton Magee makes 1-foot dunk
- 2nd Half68-79Alex Anderson makes 9-foot floating jump shot (Troy Hupstead assists)
- 2nd Half68-80Michael Jacobs makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-80Alex Anderson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-80Alex Anderson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-82Malek Abdelgowad makes 19-foot pullup jump shot (Joe Manning assists)
- 2nd Half70-83Michael Jacobs makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-83Zaire Hayes makes 26-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half73-84Ashton Magee makes free throw 1 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Southern Jaguars, below favours Texas Southern Tigers.
Venue
- F.G. Clark Activity CenterBaton Rouge, LA
- Attendance4357
- OfficialsDamien Richard, Kael Saloy, Jeremy Campbell
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