Preview: Mississippi Rebels at Texas A&M Aggies COLLEGE STATION, Texas (Interstat) — The Texas A&M Aggies look to steady themselves after a recent skid when they host the struggling Mississippi Rebels in a Southeastern Conference men’s basketball matchup Wednesday night at Reed Arena. Texas A&M (17-8) has lost four straight games, including a 82-69 defeat at Vanderbilt on Saturday. The Aggies had previously won seven of eight, but the current slide has highlighted defensive inconsistencies. Guard Marcus Hill has been a bright spot, averaging 15.4 points during the losing streak, including a 20-point performance against the Commodores. Mississippi (11-14) arrives in deeper turmoil, having lost eight consecutive games. The Rebels are coming off a 90-78 home loss to Mississippi State on Saturday. Their last win was a 76-69 victory over Missouri on Jan. 10. The game features two of the SEC’s top individual scorers in recent weeks. Mississippi’s Malik Dia is averaging 18.0 points over his last five games, erupting for a career-high 32 points in 30 minutes against Mississippi State. His production will be critical for a Rebels offense that has struggled to find consistent support. For Texas A&M, Hill’s scoring pace will be equally vital. The Aggies have allowed an average of 88.5 points during their four losses, a figure they must reduce to avoid an upset. Forward Rashaun Agee provides an interior presence, coming off an 11-rebound game at Vanderbilt. Historically, Texas A&M has dominated the series at home, winning the last five meetings in College Station. The Aggies won both matchups last season, including a 86-60 rout at Reed Arena. With both teams seeking to reverse negative momentum, the contest hinges on which can impose its will. Texas A&M will rely on its home court and more balanced roster to break its streak, while Mississippi hopes Dia’s offensive outbursts can spark an unlikely road victory. The game is scheduled for an 8 p.m. EST tipoff Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2026.