New Mexico State Aggies vs Jacksonville State Gamecocks Picks and Prediction for Saturday, February 14, 2026
The New Mexico State Aggies travel to face the Jacksonville State Gamecocks on Saturday. New Mexico State is 11-13 overall and 4-10 in CUSA play after a 91-88 overtime loss at UTEP, dropping four of its last five games. Jacksonville State is 13-11 overall and 8-5 in conference action following a 69-64 home loss to UTEP. Get a betting edge with our free college basketball picks.
Game Information
- Date: Saturday, February 14
- Time: 5:00 PM ET
- Location: Pete Mathews Coliseum, Jacksonville, AL
- Where to Watch: ESPN+
New Mexico State Aggies Preview
New Mexico State averages 75.7 points per game and allows 71.2, relying on guard play to generate offense. Jemel Jones leads the Aggies with an average of 17.0 points per game while shooting 43.3% from the field and 83.8% from the line, giving the backcourt a consistent scoring option. Julius Mims is averaging 11.0 points and a team-best 8.7 rebounds per game, which helps New Mexico State create second-chance opportunities and control the defensive boards. Gabe Pickens leads the team in assists at 2.9 per game.
Defensively, the Aggies force 7.0 steals per game, with Jones contributing 1.5 steals to pressure opposing ball handlers. Mims adds 0.7 blocks per game to protect the rim, and the team averages 37.4 rebounds. New Mexico State does not have any players on its injury report.
Key Stats – Per Game
- Points: 75.7
- Points Allowed: 71.2
- Rebounds: 37.4
- Assists: 13.5
- Steals: 7.0
- Blocks: 3.3
- Turnovers: 10.8
Jacksonville State Gamecocks Preview
Jacksonville State scores 73.1 points per game and allows 66.4, relying on defense to control tempo. Mostapha El Moutaouakkil leads the Gamecocks with averages of 18.4 points and 7.4 rebounds per game, giving the offense a reliable interior presence. AC Bryant adds 12.5 points per game and 1.3 steals. Jaye Nash averages 4.0 assists per game as Jacksonville State posts 12.2 assists and commits 12.1 turnovers per contest.
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On the defensive end, the Gamecocks record 6.3 steals per game and get 1.4 blocks per game from Iaroslav Niagu. Jacksonville State averages 37.7 rebounds per game, allowing it to close defensive possessions and create second-looks on offense. Bencao Vungo is out.
Key Stats – Per Game
- Points: 73.1
- Points Allowed: 66.4
- Rebounds: 37.7
- Assists: 12.1
- Steals: 6.3
- Blocks: 3.3
- Turnovers: 12.1
New Mexico State Aggies vs Jacksonville State Gamecocks Prediction
Jacksonville State’s defensive consistency and rebounding balance create an advantage for the Gamecocks in this matchup. El Moutaouakkil’s scoring presence inside will force defensive attention, while Bryant’s perimeter shooting will stretch the defense. New Mexico State depends heavily on Jones for offense, and the Jacksonville defense will force the Aggies to find other scorers by containing Jones. Final Score Prediction: Jacksonville State Gamecocks win and cover ATS, 72-66.
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