Texas A&M Aggies vs Saint Mary’s Gaels Picks and Predictions for Thursday March 19 2026

By: Kim Smith Published 03/19/2026, 01:20 AM ET

The Texas A&M Aggies face the Saint Mary’s Gaels at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, with tip-off set for 7:35 PM on truTV. Saint Mary’s comes in as a -162 favorite while Texas A&M is +136, with the total set at 147.5 and the Gaels favored by 3.5 points. Be sure to check out our free college basketball picks for more tournament insights and daily plays.

Aggies Bring High-Scoring Attack

Texas A&M enters this matchup with a 21-11 record and mixed recent form, recently winning over LSU and Kentucky while recently losing to Oklahoma, Texas, and Arkansas. Their inconsistency has been a factor heading into this game.

The Aggies are averaging 87.7 points per game while allowing 79.6, shooting 46% from the field. They also contribute 37.7 rebounds and 18.1 assists per game, showing a strong offensive approach with excellent ball movement.

One concern for Texas A&M is their defense, as they allow nearly 80 points per game. While they can score at a high level, their ability to get stops will be tested in this matchup.

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Gaels Lean on Defense and Discipline

Saint Mary’s comes into this game with a strong 27-5 record and solid recent play, recently winning over Gonzaga, Santa Clara, Washington State, and Seattle U while recently losing to Santa Clara. Their consistency has been a key factor this season.

The Gaels are averaging 78.2 points per game while allowing just 64.6, shooting 46% from the field. They also dominate the glass with 40.3 rebounds and contribute 15.5 assists per game.

Saint Mary’s biggest strength is their defense and ability to control tempo. They limit scoring opportunities and force opponents into half-court sets, which can be a major advantage against high-scoring teams.

Texas A&M vs Saint Mary’s Pick

Saint Mary’s -3.5

Saint Mary’s defensive strength and ability to control tempo give them the edge in this matchup. While Texas A&M can score, the Gaels’ discipline and consistency should allow them to dictate the pace and cover the spread.

Texas A&M vs Saint Mary’s Total Pick

Under 147.5

I’m leaning toward the under here because Saint Mary’s will likely slow the pace and limit possessions. Their defensive style should make it difficult for Texas A&M to get into a high-scoring rhythm.

Final Score Prediction: Saint Mary’s 74, Texas A&M 68

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