Updated Jan. 23, 2026, 9:34 a.m. ET
The Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders (11-7, 5-2 CUSA) square off against the Jacksonville State Gamecocks (9-9, 4-3 CUSA) on Friday at 7 p.m. ET in CUSA action, aiting on ESPN+.
Middle Tennessee beat Missouri State 90-87 at home last time out, and were led by Torey Alston (22 PTS, 9 REB, 3 BLK, 50.00 FG%) and Kamari Lands (21 PTS, 3 BLK, 50.00 FG%, 7-13 from 3PT). In its most recent game, Jacksonville State beat Louisiana Tech 64-60 at home, with Mostapha El Moutaouakkil (18 PTS, 35.71 FG%, 2-5 from 3PT) and Anthony Bryant (15 PTS, 2 STL, 41.67 FG%, 4-8 from 3PT) the standout performers.
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Jacksonville State vs. Middle Tennessee: How to watch on TV or live streamGame day: Friday, January 23, 2026Game time: 7 p.m. ETLocation: Jacksonville, AlabamaArena: Pete Mathews ColiseumTV Channel: ESPN+Live Stream: ESPN+ – Watch NOWNeed a news break? Check out the all new PLAY hub with puzzles, games and more!Watch college basketball on ESPN+!Blue Raiders vs. Gamecocks odds and spreadSpread Favorite: Blue Raiders (-1.5)Moneyline: Middle Tennessee (-125), Jacksonville State (+105)Total: 134.5 points
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