Texas A&M Dominates Texas Southern in Season Opener
Thursday, November 6, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · Reed Arena
Texas A&M Aggies 104, Texas Southern Tigers 70, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Texas Southern Tigers vs Texas A&M Aggies?
Texas A&M Aggies beat Texas Southern Tigers 104-70 at Reed Arena on November 6, 2025.
In a decisive victory, the Texas A&M Aggies defeated the Texas Southern Tigers with a final score of 104-70 at Reed Arena. This match showcased the Aggies' strong start to the season, improving their record to 3-0, while the Tigers fell to 0-3. Texas A&M's performance was marked by an impressive offensive display, scoring an average of 75.1 points per game over their last ten contests, and significantly exceeding that average in this game.
The Aggies came into this game with a recent form of 5-5 over their last ten games, but they were riding a one-game winning streak after a commanding 98-68 victory against Northwestern State Demons just days prior. Their home record stood at 2-0 for the season, demonstrating their effectiveness at Reed Arena. In contrast, the Texas Southern Tigers were struggling, having lost their last two games, including a heavy defeat against Gonzaga Bulldogs, where they were outscored 98-43.
In terms of scoring averages, Texas Southern managed only 69.0 points per game in their last ten outings, which is significantly lower than Texas A&M's average. The Tigers' recent form included a mix of wins and losses, but their away record of 0-2 at this point in the season highlighted their challenges on the road.
Historically, the Aggies and Tigers have faced each other in the past, but this game marked a continuation of Texas A&M's dominance in recent matchups. The Aggies’ home advantage was evident, as they capitalized on their familiarity with the venue and the support of their home crowd.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any key players missing for either team, suggesting both squads were at full strength for this matchup. The conditions in Reed Arena were favorable for basketball, with a lively atmosphere contributing to Texas A&M's performance.
Betting lines from the market indicated a strong probability of a Texas A&M victory, with odds reflecting their status as the favorite. The home win probability was listed at 1.0, underscoring the confidence in their ability to secure the win.
Throughout the game, viewers witnessed a series of scoring plays that highlighted Texas A&M's offensive prowess. Key moments included multiple three-point shots and layups that helped build a substantial lead. Notable plays included Ali Dibba's three-point jumper and Noah Shelby's contribution from beyond the arc, both of which were pivotal in extending the Aggies' lead in the second half.
As the game progressed, Texas Southern struggled to keep pace, unable to match the Aggies' scoring and defensive intensity. The final score reflected the gap in performance, with Texas A&M outscoring Texas Southern by a significant margin. This game not only showcased the Aggies' capabilities but also highlighted the challenges facing the Tigers as they seek to turn their season around.
Leaders
- PointsRashaun Agee16Texas A&M Aggies
- AssistsRylan Griffen5Texas A&M Aggies
- ReboundsFederiko Federiko6Texas A&M Aggies
- PointsCameron Patterson18Texas Southern Tigers
- AssistsCameron Patterson3Texas Southern Tigers
- ReboundsTroy Hupstead9Texas Southern Tigers
Recent form
Texas A&M Aggies
Last 10: 5-5Streak W175.1 scored · 72.2 allowed per game4-3 at home
- W98-68vs Northwestern State DemonsNov 4
- L89-94vs Texas LonghornsMar 13
- W66-52at LSU TigersMar 8
- W83-72vs Auburn TigersMar 5
- L70-89at Florida GatorsMar 2
- L84-86vs Vanderbilt CommodoresFeb 27
- L69-77vs Tennessee VolunteersFeb 22
- L54-70at Mississippi State BulldogsFeb 19
- W69-61vs Arkansas RazorbacksFeb 15
- W69-53vs Georgia BulldogsFeb 12
Texas Southern Tigers
Last 10: 5-5Streak L269 scored · 67.6 allowed per game3-3 away
- L43-98at Gonzaga BulldogsNov 4
- L79-84vs Alabama State HornetsMar 13
- W80-68at Prairie View A&M PanthersMar 8
- W75-59at Alcorn State BravesMar 4
- L52-67at Jackson State TigersMar 1
- W81-56vs Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden LionsFeb 25
- W79-38vs Mississippi Valley State Delta DevilsFeb 22
- L57-66at Southern JaguarsFeb 18
- W67-60at Grambling TigersFeb 15
- L77-80vs Bethune-Cookman WildcatsFeb 11
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 |
| 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 Southern Tigers | Texas A&M Aggies |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-49 | 33-61 |
| Field goal % | 51 | 54 |
| Three-pointers | 5-15 | 12-32 |
| Three-point % | 33 | 38 |
| Free throws | 15-25 | 26-37 |
| Free throw % | 60 | 70 |
| Rebounds | 33 | 28 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 24 | 21 |
| Assists | 17 | 23 |
| Steals | 3 | 14 |
| Blocks | 1 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 23 | 8 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 5 | 32 |
| Fast-break points | 5 | 18 |
| Points in the paint | 32 | 36 |
| Fouls | 24 | 24 |
| Largest lead | 6 | 36 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half42-66Zach Clemence made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half44-66Zytarious Mortle made Layup.
- 2nd Half46-66Cameron Patterson made Layup.
- 2nd Half46-67Marcus Hill made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half46-69Josh Holloway made Layup.
- 2nd Half46-72Ali Dibba made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Federiko Federiko.
- 2nd Half46-74Ali Dibba made Layup.
- 2nd Half48-74Cameron Patterson made Layup. Assisted by Jaylen Wysinger.
- 2nd Half48-77Jacari Lane made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Rylan Griffen.
- 2nd Half48-78Jamie Vinson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-79Jamie Vinson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-79Cameron Patterson made Jumper. Assisted by Troy Hupstead.
- 2nd Half50-80Jamie Vinson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-80Duane Posey made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-80Duane Posey made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-80Jaylen Wysinger made Layup. Assisted by Cameron Patterson.
- 2nd Half54-82Zach Clemence made Jumper. Assisted by Rylan Griffen.
- 2nd Half55-82Alex Anderson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-82Alex Anderson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-84Rylan Griffen made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half56-85Rylan Griffen made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-85Troy Hupstead made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Cameron Patterson.
- 2nd Half60-85Cameron Patterson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-85Alex Anderson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half62-85Alex Anderson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half62-88Rubén Dominguez made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Josh Holloway.
- 2nd Half62-90Marcus Hill made Layup.
- 2nd Half62-91Marcus Hill made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half62-93Rylan Griffen made Layup.
- 2nd Half62-94Josh Holloway made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half62-95Josh Holloway made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-95Alex Anderson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-95Alex Anderson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-97Marcus Hill made Layup. Assisted by Ali Dibba.
- 2nd Half66-97Cameron Patterson made Jumper. Assisted by Duane Posey.
- 2nd Half66-98Ali Dibba made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-98Alex Anderson made Layup.
- 2nd Half68-101Ali Dibba made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Chris McDermott.
- 2nd Half68-104Noah Shelby made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jeremiah Green.
- 2nd Half70-104Troy Hupstead made Layup. Assisted by Alex Anderson.
Win probability
Above the line favours Texas A&M Aggies, below favours Texas Southern Tigers.
Venue
- Reed ArenaCollege Station, TX
- Attendance6821
- OfficialsJoe Lindsay, Courtney Green, Michael Swoboda
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