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Texas Tops South Carolina 84-75 Behind Swain's Double-Double

2/4/2026

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Summary

Texas Triumphs Again

Texas defeated South Carolina 84-75 on February 3, 2026, improving to 14-9.
Dailyn Swain led Texas with 22 points and 10 rebounds for second straight double-double.
Tramon Mark scored 18 points, and Camden Heide added 12, including two second-half threes.
Meechie Johnson scored 35 points for South Carolina, but his teammates offered little support.
Texas overcame a slow start and will host Ole Miss next after a 40-25 rebounding edge.

Summary

Texas A&M Soars

As of February 2026, Texas A&M has revived its tournament hopes, leading the SEC with a 17-4 record and a projected average seed of 7.77.
Texas holds multiple Quad 1A wins but has the weakest résumé metrics among contenders.
Cal's recent victory at Miami has bolstered its chances for tournament inclusion.
Indiana and Purdue face critical matchups that could significantly impact their seeding.

History

Historical Context

The 1985 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament marked a pivotal moment in college sports, featuring 64 teams and culminating in Villanova's stunning 66-64 victory over Georgetown on April 1. This upset, regarded as one of the greatest in tournament history, established a competitive framework that continues to influence team strategies and fan engagement in college basketball today.

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Texas Triumphs Again

Texas defeated South Carolina 84-75 on February 3, 2026, improving to 14-9.
Dailyn Swain led Texas with 22 points and 10 rebounds for second straight double-double.
Tramon Mark scored 18 points, and Camden Heide added 12, including two second-half threes.
Meechie Johnson scored 35 points for South Carolina, but his teammates offered little support.
Texas overcame a slow start and will host Ole Miss next after a 40-25 rebounding edge.

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