Texas State Bobcats Defeat Texas Southern Tigers 77-67
Saturday, November 15, 2025, 5:00 PM ET · Strahan Arena at the University Events Center
Texas State Bobcats 77, Texas Southern Tigers 67, 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 State Bobcats?
Texas State Bobcats beat Texas Southern Tigers 77-67 at Strahan Arena at the University Events Center on November 15, 2025.
In a decisive matchup, the Texas State Bobcats secured a 77-67 victory over the Texas Southern Tigers at Strahan Arena on November 15, 2025. This win marked an important moment for the Bobcats, who improved their record to 4-2 for the season, while the Tigers fell to 0-5, continuing their struggles.
The Bobcats entered the game with a recent form of 5-5 over their last ten games, riding a one-game winning streak after defeating the UTSA Roadrunners 80-69 just two days prior. Texas State has averaged 78.3 points per game while allowing 74.2, showcasing their offensive capabilities. In contrast, the Tigers were on a four-game losing streak, having lost their last match against the Samford Bulldogs 90-93. Texas Southern's recent performances have seen them average 70.6 points scored per game, with an average of 73.3 points allowed.
When examining home versus away performances, the Bobcats have a strong home record of 5-2, while the Tigers have struggled on the road with an away record of 0-4. This trend continued in their latest encounter, as Texas State capitalized on their home-court advantage.
In their previous meeting on December 1, 2024, Texas State also emerged victorious, winning 72-59 against Texas Southern, which added to the Bobcats' confidence heading into this game.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any players missing from either team, indicating both sides were likely at full strength for this contest.
The market had priced the Bobcats favorably, reflecting their stronger form and home advantage. According to the betting lines provided by an unnamed provider, Texas State was seen as the clear favorite in this matchup.
The conditions at Strahan Arena were conducive to a competitive game, with the Bobcats controlling the pace and rhythm throughout. As the game progressed, Texas State maintained a lead, with key scoring plays in the second half solidifying their advantage. DJ Hall made significant contributions, including a layup that pushed the score to 73-61, and Zaire Hayes added crucial free throws to extend the lead to 77-67 in the closing moments of the game.
Overall, the Bobcats demonstrated their offensive prowess and ability to capitalize on their home-court advantage, while the Tigers will need to regroup as they continue to search for their first win of the season.
Leaders
- PointsMark Drone19Texas State Bobcats
- AssistsMark Drone3Texas State Bobcats
- ReboundsDJ Hall7Texas State Bobcats
- PointsTroy Hupstead19Texas Southern Tigers
- AssistsCameron Patterson3Texas Southern Tigers
- ReboundsTroy Hupstead9Texas Southern Tigers
Recent form
Texas State Bobcats
Last 10: 5-5Streak W178.3 scored · 74.2 allowed per game5-2 at home
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Texas Southern Tigers
Last 10: 4-6Streak L470.6 scored · 73.3 allowed per game2-4 away
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- W75-59at Alcorn State BravesMar 4
- L52-67at Jackson State TigersMar 1
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- L57-66at Southern JaguarsFeb 18
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 | Texas State Bobcats |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 23-54 | 24-45 |
| Field goal % | 43 | 53 |
| Three-pointers | 3-12 | 5-15 |
| Three-point % | 25 | 33 |
| Free throws | 18-29 | 24-32 |
| Free throw % | 62 | 75 |
| Rebounds | 28 | 35 |
| Offensive rebounds | 11 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 17 | 27 |
| Assists | 5 | 12 |
| Steals | 11 | 10 |
| Blocks | 3 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 16 | 17 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 10 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 13 | 6 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 36 |
| Fouls | 20 | 21 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 24 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half32-54Alex Anderson made Jumper.
- 2nd Half34-54Alex Anderson made Dunk.
- 2nd Half37-54Zaire Hayes made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Cameron Patterson.
- 2nd Half39-54Zaire Hayes made Jumper. Assisted by Cameron Patterson.
- 2nd Half39-55Tay Knox made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half39-56Tay Knox made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half39-57Tay Knox made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half40-57Jaylen Wysinger made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half41-57Jaylen Wysinger made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half41-59DJ Hall made Layup.
- 2nd Half44-59Zaire Hayes made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Cameron Patterson.
- 2nd Half44-61DJ Hall made Layup. Assisted by Kaden Gumbs.
- 2nd Half45-61Zaire Hayes made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half45-62Mark Drone made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half45-63Mark Drone made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-63Zaire Hayes made Jumper.
- 2nd Half49-63Zaire Hayes made Layup.
- 2nd Half49-65Tay Knox made Dunk. Assisted by Kaden Gumbs.
- 2nd Half50-65Alex Anderson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-65Alex Anderson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-65Zytarious Mortle made Layup.
- 2nd Half54-65Troy Hupstead made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-65Troy Hupstead made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-65Troy Hupstead made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half57-66Mark Drone made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-66Troy Hupstead made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-66Troy Hupstead made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-68Mark Drone made Layup.
- 2nd Half59-69Mark Drone made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-69Alex Anderson made Layup.
- 2nd Half61-70Mark Drone made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-71Mark Drone made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-73DJ Hall made Layup.
- 2nd Half63-73Zytarious Mortle made Layup.
- 2nd Half63-75Mark Drone made Layup.
- 2nd Half64-75Troy Hupstead made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-75Troy Hupstead made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-77DJ Hall made Layup. Assisted by Makai Willis.
- 2nd Half66-77Zaire Hayes made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-77Zaire Hayes made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Texas State Bobcats, below favours Texas Southern Tigers.
Venue
- Strahan Arena at the University Events CenterSan Marcos, TX
- Attendance1236
- OfficialsGarrick Shannon, K.B. Burdett Jr., Jarrett Howell
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