- Matchup: Memphis Tigers vs USF Bulls
- Date: Thursday, February 19, 2026
- Venue: Yuengling Center, Tampa, FL
- Broadcast: ESPN2
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The USF Bulls (18-8) are set to face the Memphis Tigers (12-13) at the Yuengling Center on Thursday.
In their previous game, the Memphis Tigers suffered a defeat against Utah State, ending with a score of 99-75. Memphis recorded a field goal percentage of 36.7% (22 of 60) and converted 4 of their 18 attempts from beyond the arc. From the free-throw line, the Tigers successfully made 27 out of 34 attempts, achieving a percentage of 79.4%. On the boards, they collected 32 rebounds, including 15 offensive. Additionally, they facilitated 7 assists, forced 9 turnovers, and made 6 steals. Defensively, Memphis allowed Utah State to shoot 52.5% from the field, yielding 31 baskets out of 59 attempts. Utah State registered 22 assists and recorded 7 steals. They accrued a total of 29 rebounds (10 offensive and 19 defensive) without any blocks. At the free-throw line, Utah State shot 75.0%, hitting 27 of 36 attempts, while making 10 of 28 three-point shots. The foul count concluded with Memphis at 23 and Utah State at 21.
Sincere Parker played a pivotal role in the matchup, shooting 35.7% from the field with 21 points on 5 of 14 shooting. He logged 30 minutes on the floor and grabbed 10 rebounds, but did not contribute any assists.
As they approach this matchup, Memphis holds a record of 12-13 for the season. The Tigers average 74.8 points per game (221st in the nation) and have a field goal shooting percentage of 43.5%. Their three-point shooting stands at 31.9% (170 of 533), while they convert 72.4% at the free-throw line. Collectively, Memphis averages 37.2 rebounds per game and has achieved 342 assists on the season, which places them 251st in the nation for assists. They commit 14.2 turnovers per contest and average 20.1 fouls nightly.
Defensively, the Tigers force an average of 14.1 turnovers per game while committing 17.9 personal fouls. They rank 144th in Division I for assists allowed, with 341 surrendered this season. The Tigers’ defense permits an opponent field goal percentage of 41.4% (604 of 1,459) while conceding an average of 36.4 rebounds per game. They restrict opponents to 29.7% shooting from three-point range and rank 186th nationwide in points allowed per game (73.8).
In their last game, the USF Bulls secured a close victory against Florida Atlantic with a final score of 83-81. The Bulls allowed Florida Atlantic to secure 36 rebounds (7 offensive). USF shot 32.0% from the three-point line, successfully landing 8 of 25 shots, and finished the game hitting 9 out of 13 free-throw attempts (69.2%). Florida Atlantic made 32 of 69 attempts from the floor, resulting in a shooting percentage of 46.4%. The Bulls managed to shoot 31 out of 73 field goals for 42.5%. They converted 10 out of 24 three-point attempts (41.7%) and achieved 11 free throws for a rate of 64.7%. Florida Atlantic committed 11 personal fouls in the contest, giving the Bulls 17 free-throw attempts. They turned over the ball 9 times while popping up 5 steals, and amassed 39 total rebounds (27 defensive, 12 offensive).
Wes Enis was a significant contributor for the Bulls in this match. He shot 10 of 17 for a percentage of 58.8%, securing 1 rebound and totalled 27 points in 43 minutes on the court, along with 1 assist.
South Florida records a current season standing of 18-8. The Bulls average 20.0 personal fouls per game and enjoy a 73.2% free-throw shooting percentage. They dish out 17.2 assists per game (ranking 33rd nationally) and average 11.6 turnovers. South Florida has tallied 2,308 points for the season (88.8 per game) and retrieves 42.7 rebounds each game. Their offensive efficiency rates at 44.4% from the floor, placing them 234th in college basketball.
On the defensive side, the Bulls sit at 300th in Division I by allowing 78.5 points per game. They force their opponents into 14.0 turnovers each game while allowing 42.2% shooting from the field (79th in college). The Bulls’ defense allows 35.1% from three-point territory (222 of 632) and gives up 70.2% from the charity stripe. They’re relinquishing an average of 13.3 assists and 38.0 rebounds per game, ranking 176th and 339th, respectively, in college basketball.
Who will triumph in tonight’s NCAA showdown against the spread?
Prediction: Back Memphis
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