South Alabama Hosts Texas State in Key Sun Belt Conference Matchup
MOBILE, Alabama – The South Alabama Jaguars will look to bounce back from a recent road loss as they host the Texas State Bobcats on Thursday, February 19, 2026, at Mitchell Center. The game, scheduled for an 8:00 p.m. ET tip-off, will be broadcast live on ESPN+.
South Alabama (19-8, 9-5 Sun Belt) is aiming to continue its winning streak at home, having secured victories in their last three contests at Mitchell Center. However, they are coming off an 84-80 defeat at Marshall, a game where Chaze Harris led the team with 28 points, 8 assists, and a field goal percentage of 55%, while Adam Olsen contributed 21 points, shooting 53.33% from the field and 5-9 from beyond the three-point line.
Texas State (17-11, 9-6 Sun Belt) enters the matchup having defeated UL Monroe 95-84 in their most recent game. DJ Hall spearheaded the Bobcats’ attack with an impressive performance, scoring 27 points, grabbing 9 rebounds, dishing out 5 assists, and recording 2 steals, all while shooting 64.71% from the field. Mark Drone added 16 points, shooting 58.33% from the field and 2-3 from three-point range.
The Jaguars are currently favored by 3.5 points in the contest, with a moneyline of -190, while the Bobcats are at +154. The over/under for total points is set at 137.5, according to BetMGM Sportsbook as of Thursday at 9:35 p.m. ET.
This game represents a crucial opportunity for both teams as they navigate the Sun Belt Conference standings. A win for South Alabama would further solidify their position in the league, while a victory for Texas State would keep them firmly in contention.
Fans can stream the game live on ESPN+. Access to ESPN+ is required to watch the matchup.
