Texas Longhorns Basketball Faces Missouri Tigers in Key SEC Matchup

Texas looks to extend winning streak against Missouri's NCAA Tournament bubble squad

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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The Texas Longhorns basketball team will travel to Columbia, Missouri to take on the Missouri Tigers in a key SEC matchup on Saturday, February 14, 2026. Texas (15-9, 6-5 SEC) is looking to extend its winning streak to four games, while Missouri (17-7, 7-4 SEC) is fighting to secure its spot in the NCAA Tournament as one of the First Four squads in the latest projections.

Why it matters

This game is crucial for both teams' NCAA Tournament hopes, as they are currently on the bubble. A win for Texas would help solidify its position, while a victory for Missouri could go a long way in securing its spot in the Big Dance.

The details

Texas will be without reserve forward Lassina Traore, who was listed as out in Friday's injury report. Missouri is led by 6-foot-9 Duke transfer Mark Mitchell, who is averaging 17.2 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 3.4 assists per game. The Tigers enter the contest on a three-game winning streak, including an 86-85 victory over Texas A&M on Wednesday.

  • The game is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, February 14, 2026.
  • Texas last played on February 7, 2026, defeating Ole Miss 79-68 at home.
  • Missouri last played on February 12, 2026, defeating Texas A&M 86-85 on the road.

The players

Mark Mitchell

A 6-foot-9 Duke transfer, Mitchell is leading Missouri with averages of 17.2 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 3.4 assists per game.

Lassina Traore

The Texas Longhorns reserve forward has been listed as out for this game due to injury.

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What’s next

The winner of this game will take a significant step towards securing a spot in the NCAA Tournament, while the loser will have some work to do to improve its resume.

The takeaway

This matchup between Texas and Missouri is a high-stakes affair, with both teams fighting for their NCAA Tournament lives. The outcome could have major implications for the postseason aspirations of these two bubble squads.