Texas A&M Triumphs Over Texas in Renewed Basketball Rivalry
The Aggies secure an 80-60 victory in their first on-campus matchup with the Longhorns since 2012, extending their win streak to eight games.
- No. 13 Texas A&M defeated Texas 80-60 in the SEC opener, marking the first on-campus meeting between the two since 2012.
- The Aggies pulled away with a decisive 15-2 run early in the second half, led by Zhuric Phelps' 18 points and Pharrel Payne's 15 points.
- Texas A&M's defense held Texas to below 70 points for the seventh consecutive game, continuing their dominance on the defensive end.
- The Longhorns, playing their first SEC basketball game, struggled despite a strong first-half performance and now face a challenging stretch against top-ranked SEC opponents.
- The Aggies, now 12-2, showcased their rebounding strength, leading the nation in offensive boards, while extending their home record to 8-0 this season.