| MATCHUP | Texas Longhorns | Texas A&M Aggies |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 17-11 | 19-9 |
| Spread | +3.5 -110 | -3.5 -110 |
| Moneyline | +145 | -175 |
| Total | Over 162.5 (-105) | Under 162.5 (-115) |
| Where | Reed Arena, College Station, TX | |
| When | Saturday, February 28, 2026 | |
| Time | 04:00 PM EST | |
| TV | ESPN2 | |
Texas Longhorns Betting Preview
The Texas Longhorns enter Saturday’s contest with a 17–11 overall win‑loss record, including an 8–7 mark in conference play and a 4-5 record on the road. The Longhorns have compiled wins over Maryland Eastern Shore, Southern, North Carolina State and the Fairleigh Dickinson Knights, while dropping games to Mississippi State and the Duke Blue Devils.In the Texas Longhorns 88–85 win over the LSU Tigers ten days ago, Texas sophomore guard Dailyn Swain amassed 21 points (7 of 12 shooting from the field), 10 rebounds and 2 assists demonstrating his ability to lead the Longhorns backcourt.
The Texas Longhorns average 83.3 points (30th in nation) on 49 percent shooting from the field and 35.1 percent from three‑point range per game. Through 28 games played this season, the Longhorns are allowing opponents 75.6 points per contest.
Sophomore guard Dailyn Swain leads the Texas Longhorns with 17.9 points, 7.3 rebounds, 3.3 assists and 1.8 steals per game, while senior guard Jordan Pope contributes 13 points, 3.5 rebounds and 2 assists per contest providing the Longhorns additional backcourt depth. Sophomore center Matas Vokietaitis averages 15.7 points, 6.9 rebounds and 1 block per game.
Texas A&M Aggies Betting Preview
The Texas A&M Aggies enter Saturday’s matchup with a 19–9 record, including a 9–6 mark in conference play and a 13-3 record at home. The Aggies have amassed recent wins over Oklahoma, Georgia, South Carolina, Mississippi State and the LSU Tigers, while losing games to Arkansas, Missouri, Florida and Alabama.It is noteworthy that these two teams met earlier this season. Who won? Last month, the Texas A&M Aggies defeated the Texas Longhorns 74-70.
The Texas A&M Aggies average 88.7 points (5th in country) on 46.6 percent shooting from the field and 36.7 percent shooting from beyond the arc per game. Shifting our focus to the defensive side of the basketball, the Aggies are allowing opponents 79 points per contest.
Senior forward Rashaun Agee leads the Texas A&M Aggies averaging 14.1 points, 8.8 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 1 steal per game. Senior guard Marcus Hill averages 11.1 points, 3 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 1.1 steals per contest providing the Aggies with further backcourt stability. Junior forward Mackenzie Mgbako contributes 10.4 points, 4.9 rebounds and 1.3 assists per game.
Why the Texas Longhorns Will Win
• Quality offense. The Texas Longhorns average 83.3 points (30th in nation) on 49 percent shooting from the field per game.• Defensive edge. Through 28 games played this season, the Longhorns are allowing opponents 75.6 points per contest.
• Guard play. Sophomore guard Dailyn Swain leads the Texas Longhorns with 17.9 points, 7.3 rebounds, 3.3 assists and 1.8 steals per game.
Why the Texas A&M Aggies Will Win
• Home court edge. The Texas A&M Aggies have compiled a 13-3 record at home this season.• Elite offense. The Texas A&M Aggies average 88.7 points (5th in country) on 46.6 percent shooting from the field per game.
• Confidence. The Texas A&M Aggies defeated the Texas Longhorns 74-70 earlier this season.