Wichita State Shockers vs Memphis Tigers Picks and Predictions for Thursday February 26 2026
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The Wichita State Shockers travel to the FedExForum on Thursday, February 26, 2026, to take on the Memphis Tigers. Tip-off is scheduled for 9:00 PM ET, and the game will be televised on ESPN2. This American Athletic Conference matchup features a Wichita State team climbing the standings and a Memphis squad trying to stop a prolonged slide. At the time of this writing, the odds were not released. Be sure to check out our free college basketball picks for today’s action.
Shockers Bringing Momentum Into Memphis
Wichita State enters this contest at 18-10 overall and 10-5 in AAC play. The Shockers have been playing strong basketball recently, winning over Temple 69-57, East Carolina 92-89 in double overtime, Tulsa 81-77, and Tulane 75-61, with their only recent loss coming against South Florida 66-58. That 4-1 stretch shows a team that can grind out wins in both defensive battles and high-scoring affairs.
On the season, Wichita State is averaging 77.4 points per game while allowing 70.3. They shoot 44% from the field and pull down an impressive 40.6 rebounds per contest. However, they average just 11.7 assists per game, indicating that much of their scoring comes from individual creation rather than heavy ball movement. Defensively, they contribute 3.9 blocks and 6.1 steals per game.
What stands out about the Shockers is their rebounding advantage. Averaging over 40 boards per game gives them extra possessions, which can be critical in close conference matchups. If they control the glass, they can dictate tempo and limit Memphis’ transition opportunities.
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Tigers Searching for Answers
Memphis comes into this matchup at 12-15 overall and 7-7 in conference play. The Tigers have struggled recently, losing to UAB 78-67, South Florida 87-66, Utah State 99-75, and North Texas 76-69, with their lone recent win coming against Charlotte 77-54. That 1-4 stretch has exposed defensive issues and inconsistency on offense.
The Tigers are averaging 74.2 points per game while allowing 74.4. They shoot 43% from the field and average 37.0 rebounds per game. Memphis distributes the ball reasonably well at 13.5 assists per contest and creates turnovers with 8.9 steals per game, one of the stronger defensive stats in this matchup. They also average 4.3 blocks per game, providing interior resistance.
The challenge for Memphis has been defensive consistency. Allowing nearly 75 points per game makes it difficult to control games, especially against a Wichita State team that thrives on second-chance opportunities.
Wichita State Shockers vs Memphis Tigers Pick
Shockers vs Tigers Pick
- Pick: Wichita State Shockers Moneyline
Wichita State’s recent momentum and rebounding edge give them the advantage in this matchup. Memphis’ defensive struggles over the last five games make it difficult to trust them, even at home.
Wichita State has shown the ability to win tight games, including a double-overtime road victory. Their consistency on the glass should translate into extra possessions and second-chance points, which could be the deciding factor.
Shockers vs Tigers Total Pick
- Pick: Over 150 Points
I’m leaning toward the over in this contest. Wichita State has scored at least 75 points in four of its last five games, and Memphis has allowed 76 or more in three of its last four losses. With both teams capable of pushing tempo and Memphis forcing turnovers, I expect transition opportunities and scoring runs.
Final Score Prediction: Wichita State 79, Memphis 74
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