Cam Heide: The X-Factor for Texas Basketball

Longhorns' elite shooter has become a key piece in SEC play

Feb. 1, 2026 at 2:55pm

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Texas men's basketball topped Oklahoma yesterday behind Dailyn Swain and Cam Heide. Heide's elite shooting has become an x-factor in SEC play, as he has shot 10/14 from deep over the last three games, helping the Longhorns to a 3rd-best 34.8% three-point shooting mark in conference.

Why it matters

With the Longhorns' defense struggling during SEC play, Heide's three-point shooting has become a crucial component of their offense. His ability to heat up from downtown will be a massive x-factor in determining Texas' title hopes.

The details

Cam Heide went 5/6 from the field, including 3/4 from three-point range, scoring 13 points in Texas' 79-69 win over Oklahoma yesterday. That performance came on the heels of a 17-point game against Auburn on Wednesday. In games where Heide has taken six or more shots in SEC play, he's averaged 13.5 points per game and is 13/22 from range.

  • Texas topped Oklahoma on February 1, 2026.
  • Heide scored 17 points against Auburn on January 29, 2026.

The players

Cam Heide

A 6'7" forward for the Texas Longhorns men's basketball team, known for his elite three-point shooting ability.

Dailyn Swain

A player for the Texas Longhorns men's basketball team who contributed to their win over Oklahoma.

Tramon Mark

A player for the Texas Longhorns men's basketball team who Heide's shooting can help free up to take over games.

Jordan Pope

A player for the Texas Longhorns men's basketball team who Heide's shooting can help free up to take over games.

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What they’re saying

“On way or another, Cam Heide's ability to heat up from downtown will be a massive x-factor when it comes to the Longhorns title hopes.”

— Tommy Bresee, Author

What’s next

Texas will face South Carolina on Tuesday, where Heide will have another chance to showcase his shooting prowess and help the Longhorns in their title chase.

The takeaway

Cam Heide's elite three-point shooting has become a crucial x-factor for the Texas Longhorns, as their defense has struggled during SEC play. His ability to get hot from beyond the arc could be the difference in determining the Longhorns' championship aspirations.