Aggies Host In-State Lions in Nonconference Finale COLLEGE STATION, Texas (Interstat) — Texas A&M looks to carry momentum from a dominant offensive performance into its final nonconference tune-up when it hosts Texas A&M-Commerce on Sunday at Reed Arena. The Aggies (8-3) are coming off a 112-75 rout of Jacksonville on Dec. 14, where they shot 58.7% from the field. Guard Rylan Griffen was efficient in that win, scoring 19 points in just 17 minutes. He is averaging 12.3 points per game over his last three contests. Texas A&M-Commerce (6-5) arrives after a narrow 70-69 road win at Southeastern Louisiana on Monday. The Lions have shown resilience, winning three of their last five, but also absorbed a 102-66 loss at McNeese State on Dec. 12. Lions guard Ronnie Harrison has been a consistent scorer, reaching double figures in five of his last six games. He led the team with 16 points in the win over Southeastern Louisiana and had 15 in a loss at then-Connecticut on Dec. 5. This game marks the first meeting between the programs. For the Lions, it is a final major test before opening Southland Conference play. The Aggies, whose three losses have come against SMU, UCF and Oklahoma State, begin Southeastern Conference action on Jan. 3 against LSU. Texas A&M has been strong at home, boasting a 6-1 record at Reed Arena this season. The Aggies’ offense averages 89.5 points per game in College Station. Commerce is 3-4 on the road. The matchup features a contrast in tempo. The Aggies rank among national leaders in pace and scoring, while the Lions will aim to control the game after holding their last two opponents under 70 points. Tipoff is scheduled for 6 p.m. CST. Texas A&M concludes its nonconference slate Dec. 29 against Prairie View. Texas A&M-Commerce plays next on Dec. 29 against Stephen F. Austin.