San Antonio, February 8, 2026
The Texas Longhorns achieved a 79-68 victory over the Ole Miss Rebels, concluding the game with a 14-0 run. Matas Vokietaitis starred with 27 points as Texas marked their third consecutive win in Southeastern Conference play. The Longhorns went into halftime with a solid lead but faced a resilient Ole Miss team that managed to tie the game at 68-68 before Texas pulled away in the final moments.
San Antonio, Texas – February 7, 2026
The Texas Longhorns secured a 79-68 victory over the Ole Miss Rebels, concluding the game with a decisive 14-0 run. This win marks Texas’s third consecutive triumph in Southeastern Conference play.
Key Performances
Matas Vokietaitis led the Longhorns with 27 points, shooting 9 of 11 from the field and 9 of 12 from the free-throw line, just one point shy of his career high. Tramon Mark contributed 19 points, while Jordan Pope added 13 points, including a crucial four-point play that gave Texas a 69-68 lead with 2:43 remaining. Dailyn Swain’s three-point play extended the lead to 72-68, and Simeon Wilcher’s 3-pointer with 41 seconds left sealed the win. For Ole Miss, Eduardo Klafke scored 16 points, and Kezza Giffa added 10 points, making 10 of 12 free throws. The Rebels have now lost five straight games.
Game Highlights
Texas established an early advantage with an 18-point lead in the first half, highlighted by a 16-0 run sparked by Camden Heide’s 3-pointer, giving the Longhorns a 29-11 lead with about seven minutes left in the first half. However, Ole Miss closed the first half with a 9-4 surge, reducing the deficit to 37-25 at halftime. The Rebels shot 27% overall and missed 10 of their 12 3-point attempts in the first half. In the second half, Ole Miss managed to tie the game at 68-68 before Texas’s late surge secured the victory.
Team Records
With this win, Texas improves to 15-9 overall and 6-5 in the Southeastern Conference. Ole Miss falls to 11-12 overall and 3-7 in the SEC.
Upcoming Games
Texas will travel to Missouri on Saturday, February 14, for their next game. Ole Miss will host Alabama on Wednesday, February 11.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the final score of the Texas vs. Ole Miss game on February 7, 2026?
The Texas Longhorns defeated the Ole Miss Rebels 79-68 on February 7, 2026.
Who were the top performers in the Texas vs. Ole Miss game?
Matas Vokietaitis led Texas with 27 points, Tramon Mark added 19 points, and Jordan Pope contributed 13 points. For Ole Miss, Eduardo Klafke scored 16 points, and Kezza Giffa added 10 points.
What are the current records of Texas and Ole Miss after the game?
Texas now has a record of 15-9 overall and 6-5 in the Southeastern Conference. Ole Miss’s record stands at 11-12 overall and 3-7 in the SEC.
When is Texas’s next game?
Texas will play against Missouri on Saturday, February 14, 2026.
When is Ole Miss’s next game?
Ole Miss will host Alabama on Wednesday, February 11, 2026.
Key Features of the Game
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Final Score | Texas 79, Ole Miss 68 |
| Top Scorer for Texas | Matas Vokietaitis with 27 points |
| Top Scorer for Ole Miss | Eduardo Klafke with 16 points |
| Texas’s Record After Game | 15-9 overall, 6-5 in SEC |
| Ole Miss’s Record After Game | 11-12 overall, 3-7 in SEC |
| Texas’s Next Game | At Missouri on February 14, 2026 |
| Ole Miss’s Next Game | Hosting Alabama on February 11, 2026 |
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