Updated Feb. 25, 2026, 11:07 p.m. CT
Texas A&M battled until the final buzzer, but Arkansas’ defense forced 16 turnovers and captured a 99-84 victory over the Aggies at Bud Walton Arena on Wednesday night.
The Aggies came out throwing haymakers against the Hogs with a 9-2 lead early, as graduate forward Rashaun Agee drained a 3-pointer and slammed one home to put the Maroon and White in front. Arkansas quickly snatched the game away from Texas A&M, however, with starting forward Billy Richmond III dropping 15 points and leading his squad to an 11-point lead at the half.
Through the first three minutes of the second half, the Razorbacks had extended their lead to 15 points and showed no signs of slowing down. Texas A&M guard Zach Clemence had other ideas, as he notched a career-high 29 points to allow the Aggies to close the gap, 61-57, with 11 minutes remaining. Turnovers and fouls plagued the Maroon and White, which ultimately was the dagger in the hopes of taking the lead back from the Hogs.
One massive positive in Bucky McMillan’s unit’s performance was their defensive outing against Arkansas guard Darius Acuff Jr., who entered Wednesday’s contest leading the SEC in scoring and had secured eight consecutive games with 20-plus points. He also ranked first in the conference with 6.2 assists and 34.6 minutes played per contest, but Texas A&M held him to 7-of-19 from the field and 1-of-6 from 3-point range. He still managed to record 22 points, while starting forward Billy Richmond III led the Hogs with 23 points.
Next up, the Aggies will return to Reed Arena on Saturday for a matchup against in-state rival Texas. Tipoff against the Longhorns is set for 3 p.m. CT and will be broadcast live on ESPN2.
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The Aggies’ comeback attempt was short-lived, as the Razorbacks pulled away in Fayetteville to hand Texas A&M its sixth SEC loss. Clemence led the Aggies with a season-high 29 points, while also grabbing two rebounds and one steal in the effort.
Razorbacks hold 81-70 lead over the Aggies with five minutes remaining
Texas A&M continues to show fight in the closing minutes of the contest, but the Razorbacks have forced 15 turnovers and drawn 10 fouls this half. Acuff has hit his stride, recording 14 points against the Aggies.
Arkansas extends lead, 76-64, with seven minutes remaining
The Aggies were showing fight, but the Hogs capitalized on turnovers and fouls to extend their lead. Texas A&M is shooting 50% as a unit and 33% from 3-point range.
Texas A&M closes the gap to 61-57 against Arkansas with 11 minutes remaining
Clemence is on fire with 17 points in the contests, as the Aggies charge back into the contest. Texas A&M trailed by 15 points at one point in the second half, but the tables have quickly turned.
Razorbacks come out swinging in the second half, holding a 50-35 lead over the Aggies
Arkansas has three players in double digits, as the Hogs continue to add to their lead in Fayetteville.
HALF: Texas A&M 28 | No. 20 Arkansas 37
The Aggies held an early lead, but couldn’t maintain it through the first half. Texas A&M is shooting 42% from the field and just 20% from 3-point range in the contest. 13 turnovers and eight fouls have given the Razorbacks opportunities to capitalize and hold a nine-point lead over the Maroon and White entering the half.
Agee is Texas A&M’s leading scorer with 13 points and six rebounds, followed by Zach Clemence with seven points.
Texas A&M’s 10 turnovers give the Hogs an 11-point lead with two minutes remaining in the first half
Richmond III leads Arkansas with 15 points, as the Hogs continue to apply pressure and force the Aggies into turnover and foul trouble.
Arkansas goes on a 7-0 run for a double-digit lead over Texas A&M
The Aggies are just 17% from beyond the arc against the Razorbacks in the first half, as Arkansas holds a firm 29-18 lead with six minutes to play.
Aggies trail Hogs, 22-18, with 7:56 remaining in the half
Texas A&M is shooting 44% from the field, but the Aggies have turned the ball over six times. Arkansas continues to capitalize on the Maroon and White’s errors. Acuff has been kept quiet so far, shooting just 1-for-7 from the field and 0-for-3 from 3-point range.
Razorbacks retake lead, 14-11, with 12-0 run over last 2:26
Arkansas’ dangerous shooters have fought back into the contest after trailing early. The Razorbacks are 4-of-4 from the free-throw line so far.
Texas A&M wastes no time jumping out to an early 9-2 over Arkansas
Agee knocks down a 3-pointer and jams one home for an Aggie 9-0 run over the Hogs in the opening minutes of the contest.
Texas A&M Aggies:
G, Marcus HillG, Rylan GriffenG, Jacari LaneG, Rubén DominguezF, Rashaun Agee
G, Meleek ThomasG, Darius Acuff Jr.F, Trevon BrazileF, Nick PringleF, Billy Richmond III Where to watch tonight’s action The Maroon and White getting warmed up for a tough road testAggies vs. EverybodyWhat channel is Texas A&M vs. Arkansas on today?TV Channel: ESPN2Livestream: Fubo (free trial) & ESPN App
The Texas A&M vs. Arkansas game will be broadcast nationally on ESPN2. Dave O’Brien, Jimmy Dykes and Alyssa Lang will be on the call inside the Bud Walton Arena. Streaming options for the game include the ESPN App and FuboTV, which offers a free trial to new subscribers.
Texas A&M vs. Arkansas time todayDate: Wednesday, February 25Start time: 8 p.m. CT
The Texas A&M vs. Arkansas game starts at 8 p.m. CT from the Bud Walton Arena in Fayetteville, Ark.
Team Leaders – Texas A&MPoints Per Game: Rashaun Agee (14.0)Assist Per Game: Jacari Lane (3.5)Rebounds Per Game: Rashaun Agee (8.9)Steals Per Game: Rylan Griffen (1.5)Team Leaders – ArkansasPoints Per Game: Darius Acuff Jr. (22.2)Assist Per Game: Darius Acuff Jr. (6.2)Rebounds Per Game: Trevon Brazile (7.1)Steals Per Game: Trevon Brazile (1.5)Texas A&M vs Arkansas predictions, picks, odds
Odds courtesy of BetMGM as of Tuesday, February 24
Texas A&M, Arkansas:Spread: Arkansas by 7.5Over/under: 170.5Moneyline: A&M +280 / Arkansas +102
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