Preview: Tennessee State Tigers at Morehead State Eagles HALDEMAN, Ky. (Interstat) — A pivotal Ohio Valley Conference men’s basketball matchup awaits Saturday as the Tennessee State Tigers visit the Morehead State Eagles at E.T. Johnson Arena. The Tigers (17-8) enter on a strong run, having won five of their last six games, including a 73-71 road victory at Southern Indiana on Thursday. They currently sit near the top of the conference standings. Morehead State (14-12) has been inconsistent but is coming off a 73-66 home win over Tennessee Tech, snapping a two-game skid. This contest is a quick rematch of a thrilling overtime game from Jan. 15, which Tennessee State won 105-100 at home. The high-scoring affair suggests another competitive battle is likely. A key player to watch for Tennessee State is guard Travis Harper, who is coming off a 22-point performance in the win at Southern Indiana. Over his last eight games, Harper has averaged 17.8 points, including a 30-point outburst at Lindenwood on Jan. 24. His scoring punch will be central to the Tigers’ attack. Morehead State will counter with Jon Carroll, who led the Eagles with 22 points in their most recent victory. Carroll has provided scoring sparks off the bench, reaching double figures in three of his last five appearances. Tennessee State’s recent success has been built on efficient offense, averaging 80.6 points during their 5-1 stretch. Morehead State will need to leverage its home court advantage, where it has won three of its last four, to slow down the Tigers’ momentum. The outcome will have significant implications for seeding in the upcoming OVC tournament. Tipoff is scheduled for Saturday, February 14, 2026. Next Games: Tennessee State hosts Lindenwood on Feb. 19. Morehead State travels to Eastern Illinois on Feb. 19.