Tarleton State Texans vs Southern Utah Thunderbirds predictions, Feb 19, 2026

Feb 19, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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The upcoming NCAA basketball clash on February 19, 2026, features the Tarleton State Texans hosting the Southern Utah Thunderbirds in what promises to be a tightly contested matchup. Both teams enter the game with a similar recent form, having each secured 2 wins in their last 5 outings, indicating a level of competitiveness.

The Texans have established a solid home-court advantage, which is reflected in the bookmaker odds favoring them at 1.41. Their tactical strengths often lie in an aggressive defense and an ability to capitalize on turnovers, which could be pivotal against a Thunderbirds squad that has shown occasional vulnerability in maintaining possession.

Conversely, Southern Utah will look to leverage their fast-paced offensive play to keep the Texans’ defense on its toes. They possess the capability to break down defenses with quick ball movement, so identifying defensive lapses early could be their key to success.

Model predictions suggest a 56.3% likelihood of a home victory for Tarleton State, while the Thunderbirds stand at 43.7% for an away win. With both teams displaying resilience recently, fans can expect a competitive encounter with no guaranteed outcomes.

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Tarleton State
66.5%		 Southern Utah
33.5%

Prediction (the most likely score): 76:70

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Betting Odds

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Latest Results

16.02.26 Tarleton State Texans basketball – Abilene Christian Wildcats basketball – 65:62 OT
14.02.26 Abilene Christian Wildcats basketball – Tarleton State Texans basketball – 73:59
07.02.26 Southern Utah Thunderbirds basketball – Tarleton State Texans basketball – 59:62
05.02.26 California Baptist Lancers basketball – Tarleton State Texans basketball – 56:55
31.01.26 Tarleton State Texans basketball – Utah Tech Trailblazers basketball – 59:65		 14.02.26 Texas-Arlington Mavericks basketball – Southern Utah Thunderbirds basketball – 73:78
12.02.26 Southern Utah Thunderbirds basketball – California Baptist Lancers basketball – 66:83
07.02.26 Southern Utah Thunderbirds basketball – Tarleton State Texans basketball – 59:62
31.01.26 Abilene Christian Wildcats basketball – Southern Utah Thunderbirds basketball – 76:79
29.01.26 Texas-Arlington Mavericks basketball – Southern Utah Thunderbirds basketball – 80:61

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Tarleton State won 4.
  • Both teams have been playing unpredictably.
  • Southern Utah may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • Tarleton State will hold a modest advantage in this match.
  • In the last 8 head-to-head matches, Tarleton State won 5 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 604:582. (average 75.5:72.8).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Tarleton State won 2 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 213:196. (average 71:65.3).

    Latest Head To Head

    07.02.26 Southern Utah Thunderbirds basketball – Tarleton State Texans basketball – 59:62
    15.01.26 Southern Utah Thunderbirds basketball – Tarleton State Texans basketball – 106:105 OT
    01.02.25 Tarleton State Texans basketball – Southern Utah Thunderbirds basketball – 75:58
    09.01.25 Southern Utah Thunderbirds basketball – Tarleton State Texans basketball – 66:74
    02.03.24 Southern Utah Thunderbirds basketball – Tarleton State Texans basketball – 83:88

    Standings

    NCAA College Basketball Outrights

    1. Michigan Wolverines: 4.25 (17%)

    2. Arizona Wildcats: 6 (12.04%)

    3. Duke Blue Devils: 7.5 (9.63%)

    4. Houston Cougars: 8.5 (8.5%)

    5. Iowa State: 13 (5.56%)

    6. Florida Gators: 14 (5.16%)

    7. Illinois Fighting Illini: 14 (5.16%)

    8. Connecticut Huskies: 16 (4.51%)

    9. Purdue Boilermakers: 20 (3.61%)

    10. Kansas Jayhawks: 21 (3.44%)

    11. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 36 (2.01%)

    12. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 41 (1.76%)

    13. Texas Tech: 51 (1.42%)

    14. Michigan State: 51 (1.42%)

    15. Vanderbilt Commodores: 51 (1.42%)

    16. Arkansas Razorbacks: 51 (1.42%)

    17. Tennessee Volunteers: 67 (1.08%)

    18. Louisville: 67 (1.08%)

    19. Alabama Crimson Tide: 67 (1.08%)

    20. St. Johns Red Storm: 67 (1.08%)

    21. Virginia Cavaliers: 81 (0.89%)

    22. North Carolina: 81 (0.89%)

    23. Kentucky Wildcats: 81 (0.89%)

    24. Wisconsin Badgers: 101 (0.72%)

    25. Iowa Hawkeyes: 101 (0.72%)

    26. St. Louis Billikens: 101 (0.72%)

    27. Clemson: 126 (0.57%)

    28. Brigham Young: 126 (0.57%)

    29. Auburn Tigers: 151 (0.48%)

    30. NC State: 151 (0.48%)

    31. UCF Knights: 201 (0.36%)

    32. Texas A&M: 201 (0.36%)

    33. Villanova Wildcats: 251 (0.29%)

    34. Indiana Hoosiers: 251 (0.29%)

    35. SMU Mustangs: 251 (0.29%)

    36. Miami (FL): 251 (0.29%)

    37. Texas Longhorns: 251 (0.29%)

    38. UCLA: 251 (0.29%)

    39. Ohio State Buckeyes: 351 (0.21%)

    40. Georgia Bulldogs: 351 (0.21%)

    41. USC Trojans: 351 (0.21%)

    42. Virginia Tech: 501 (0.14%)

    43. Baylor Bears: 501 (0.14%)

    44. Seton Hall Pirates: 501 (0.14%)

    45. New Mexico: 501 (0.14%)

    46. San Diego State: 501 (0.14%)

    47. Oklahoma State: 501 (0.14%)

    48. Missouri Tigers: 751 (0.1%)

    49. Santa Clara: 751 (0.1%)

    50. Miami (Ohio): 751 (0.1%)

    51. California Golden Bears: 1001 (0.07%)

    52. Ole Miss Rebels: 1001 (0.07%)

    53. TCU: 1001 (0.07%)

    54. West Virginia: 1001 (0.07%)

    55. Syracuse Orange: 1001 (0.07%)

    56. Oklahoma Sooners: 1001 (0.07%)

    57. Stanford Cardinal: 1001 (0.07%)

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