COLLEGE STATION, Texas (AP) — Thomas Haugh scored 22 points and No. 17 Florida beat Texas A&M 86-67 on Saturday night in a showdown for the Southeastern Conference lead. The Gators (17-6, 8-2) started three players 6-foot-9 or taller against the Aggies’ four-guard lineup.

The top-ranked SEC team in the AP Top 25 is now Florida basketball after beating Texas A&M on the road Saturday night.

Follow along with the action as Texas A&M welcomes the reigning national champions to Reed Arena.

Texas A&M hosts the No. 17 Florida Gators after Rashaun Agee scored 21 points in Texas A&M's 100-97 loss to the Alabama Crimson Tide.

Florida basketball has sole possession of first-place in the SEC after defeating Texas A&M. Here's a look back at the Gators' win over the Aggies.

Texas A&M basketball plays Florida on Jan. 7, 2026 at Reed Arena. Find score-by-score updates, TV info and more here.

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