Updated March 12, 2026, 11:13 p.m. CT

Texas A&M’s lack of effort and inconsistent shooting led to a disappointing 83-63 result against the Oklahoma Sooners in the second round of the SEC Tournament at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn., on Thursday night.

The Aggies opened the game going 0-of-4 from 3-point range, while the Sooners wasted no time jumping out to an early lead and maintaining it throughout the first half. Texas A&M’s lack of effort in attacking the glass and putting up bad shots from beyond the arc led to a 22-point deficit entering the half.

Aggie guard Pop Isaacs helped the Maroon and White begin to climb back into the contest in the opening minutes of the second half, as Texas A&M went on an 8-0 run and closed Oklahoma’s lead to just 14 points with plenty of time remaining, but the Sooners fired back and sent Bucky McMillan’s squad home early with an 83-63 victory in the third game between the two programs this season.

While the outcome of Thursday night’s contest did not put Texas A&M out of contention for locking a bid into the NCAA Tournament, it did help boost Oklahoma’s odds tremendously. If the Aggies had made a run in Nashville, the opportunity to receive a No. 9 seed or No. 8 seed was still in reach. Dependent upon the results elsewhere, the Maroon and White should be a solidified No. 10 seed in the postseason.

Without more consistent shooting and effort, it could be a short-lived appearance in the Big Dance, however. When the Aggies are at their best, ‘Bucky Ball’ is very difficult to stop, but teams like Oklahoma, who can establish a physical presence inside and force inconsistent shots, can prevent the explosive style of basketball from taking over the game. That is where Texas A&M must continue to improve as it enters the first NCAA Tournament with McMillan at the helm.

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Next up, Texas A&M will await the results of conference tournaments across college basketball, including the SEC Tournament, to discover its seeding for March Madness. The Aggies are hosting a Selection Sunday watch party in Bryan-College Station on March 15, when the NCAA is set to release its official bracket.

FINAL: Oklahoma 83 | Texas A&M 63

The Sooners sent the Aggies back to Bryan-College Station with an embarrassing loss in the second round of the SEC Tournament. Texas A&M struggled to find any consistency and could not stop Oklahoma from attacking the glass and scoring at will. The Sooners had four players reach double-digits in their win over the Aggies, while Agee and Griffen tied for 13 points apiece in the effort.

Poor effort from Texas A&M leads to a 19-point deficit against red-hot Sooners

The Aggies are being out-rebounded by the Sooners 40-27, as poor effort and shooting have led to a disappointing performance against Oklahoma tonight. Texas A&M trails, 75-54, with 5:58 remaining in the contest.

Oklahoma holds a 70-54 lead over Texas A&M with 7:22 remaining

Isaacs, Griffen and Agee have all reached double-digits, but Texas A&M hasn’t been able to stop Oklahoma’s offensive onslaught. The Sooners are shooting 46% from the field and 31% from 3-point range, with four players in double-digits against the Aggies.

Texas A&M’s momentum goes short-lived, as Oklahoma takes a 61-44 lead with 11:50 remaining in the first half

The Aggies’ 8-0 run against the Sooners coming out of the locker room was cut short, as Oklahoma has taken back over due to Texas A&M’s struggles shooting the basketball. It has been a massive issue for the Aggies in Nashville, shooting just 36% from the field and 29% from 3-point range.

Aggies start second half on 8-0 run

Texas A&M has much work to do, but two 3-pointers from Isaacs and one from Clemence cut Oklahoma’s lead to just 54-50 with 15 minutes remaining in the contest.

HALF: Oklahoma 49 | Texas A&M 27

The Sooners are dominating the Aggies in Nashville, shooting an impressive 59% from the field and 40% from 3-point range as a unit with Brown and Pack in double-digits in the first half. Meanwhile, it has been extremely challenging for Texas A&M to buy a bucket, as the team continues to struggle with finding any consistency. The Aggies enter the first half of the second-round matchup facing a 22-point deficit.

Aggies trail Sooners, 38-18, with 3:23 remaining in the first half

Texas A&M is trying to climb its way back into the contest, but poor shooting has plagued the Aggies against the Sooners, who are shooting 52% from the field with six made 3-pointers. Griffen leads Texas A&M with five points so far.

Oklahoma’s 15-3 run provides a 32-14 lead over the Aggies with 8:12 remaining in the half

The Sooners are shooting 57% from the field and 46% from beyond the arc, while the Maroon and White continue to struggle finding any consistency shooting the basketball. Griffen and Dominguez have the two lone 3-pointers made of 14 attempted shots from range against Oklahoma.

Aggies’ inconsistent shooting gives Sooners a 25-11 lead with 11 minutes remaining in the first half

Texas A&M has made none of its last eight shots from the field and is shooting just 22% through the first nine minutes. The Aggies are just 11% from 3-point range. Agee leads the team with four points so far.

Oklahoma leads 14-6 over Texas A&M with 15:06 remaining in the first half

The Aggies have struggled to knock down shots, going 0-of-4 from 3-point range in the first five minutes. Meanwhile, the Sooners are on an 8-0 run and shooting 75% from the field.

Starting lineups

Texas A&M:

G, Marcus HillG, Pop IsaacsG, Rylan GriffenF, Zach ClemenceF, Rashaun Agee

Oklahoma:

G, Xzayvier BrownG, Nijel PackF, Mohamed WagueF, Tae DavisF, Derrion Reid Aggies getting in the mindset for a Music City showdown A look at the scenery as the Aggies enter Bridgestone Arena 12th Man send off The stage is set in the Music CityTeam Leaders – Texas A&MPoints Per Game: Rashaun Agee (14.7)Assist Per Game: Jacari Lane (3.2)Rebounds Per Game: Rashaun Agee (8.8)Steals Per Game: Rylan Griffen (1.6)Team Leaders – OklahomaPoints Per Game: Nijel Pack (16.1)Assist Per Game: Xzayvier Brown (3.1)Rebounds Per Game: Mohamed Wague (6.7)Steals Per Game: Xzayvier Brown (1.4)What channel is Texas A&M vs. Oklahoma on today?TV Channel: SEC NetworkLivestream: Fubo (free trial) & ESPN App

The Texas A&M vs. Oklahoma game will be broadcast nationally on the SEC Network. Tom Hart and Dane Bradshaw will be on the call inside Bridgestone Arena. Streaming options for the game include the ESPN App and FuboTV, which offers a free trial to new subscribers.

Texas A&M vs. Oklahoma time todayDate: Thursday, March 12Start time: 8:30 p.m. CT (subject to change)

The Texas A&M vs Oklahoma game starts at 8:30 p.m. CT from inside Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn.