Tarleton State rallies past Abilene Christian in OT

Kade Douglas and Jordan Mizell lead Tarleton State to 65-62 victory

Published on Feb. 18, 2026

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Kade Douglas scored 24 points and Jordan Mizell hit a game-winning three-point play with 8 seconds left in overtime to lead Tarleton State to a 65-62 victory over Abilene Christian on Monday night.

Why it matters

This was an important conference matchup between two Texas-based Division I basketball programs. Tarleton State was able to overcome a late deficit and pull out the win in overtime, showcasing their resilience and ability to make clutch plays down the stretch.

The details

Tarleton State trailed by 3 points late in regulation but forced overtime with a strong defensive stand. In the extra period, Mizell's three-point play in the final seconds gave the Texans the victory over their in-state rival Abilene Christian.

  • The game was played on Monday, February 10, 2026.
  • Tarleton State and Abilene Christian went to overtime tied at 62-62.

The players

Kade Douglas

A Tarleton State player who scored a team-high 24 points in the victory.

Jordan Mizell

A Tarleton State player who hit the game-winning three-point play in overtime to lead his team to the win.

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What they’re saying

“We showed a lot of heart and determination to battle back and get this win. I'm proud of the way our team fought until the end.”

— Kade Douglas, Tarleton State Player

What’s next

Tarleton State will look to build on this conference win as they continue their season, while Abilene Christian will aim to bounce back in their next game.

The takeaway

Tarleton State demonstrated their ability to win close games and overcome deficits, a valuable trait for any college basketball team looking to make a postseason run.