Cal Baptist vs. Tarleton State: Start Time, Streaming Live, TV Channel, How to Watch
Dior Johnson and the Tarleton State Texans (11-11, 2-7 WAC) are up against Dominique Daniels Jr. and the Cal Baptist Lancers (16-6, 6-3 WAC) on February 5, 2026 at Dale E. and Sarah Ann Fowler Events Center.
Cal Baptist was victorious in its most recent game versus UT Arlington, 87-77 in OT, on Saturday. Daniels was his top scorer with 28 points. On Saturday, in its last game, Tarleton State fell to Utah Tech 65-59. With 16 points, Camron McDowell was his high scorer.
When is Cal Baptist vs. Tarleton State and when does it start?
This contest between the Lancers and Texans will happen on Thursday, February 5, 2026. Expect to see the opening tip at 10 pm ET.
Where to Watch Cal Baptist vs. Tarleton State
The Lancers and Texans will hit the floor at Dale E. and Sarah Ann Fowler Events Center for this matchup on Feb. 5, and if you want to see the matchup live, get your tickets now from Vivid Seats!
What channel is the game on?
You can catch this game live on ESPN+.
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Cal Baptist Lancers vs. Tarleton State Texans Game Preview
Cal Baptist Stats, Odds & Insights
Cal Baptist’s +95 scoring differential (outscoring opponents by 4.4 points per game) is a result of scoring 74 points per game (241st in college basketball) while allowing 69.6 per contest (74th in college basketball).
The Lancers are averaging 74 points, just 0.3 fewer than the 74.3 the Texans concede.
Cal Baptist connects on 5.8 three-pointers per game (340th in college basketball) compared to its opponents’ 5.9. It shoots 31.5% from deep while its opponents hit 30.6% from long range.
At home, the Lancers are averaging 0.9 more points per game (75.0) than they are when playing on the road (74.1).
Cal Baptist’s offense has been less productive over its last 10 games, putting up 72.1 points a contest compared to the 74 it has averaged this season.
Tarleton State Stats, Odds & Insights
Tarleton State’s +82 scoring differential (outscoring opponents by 3.7 points per game) is a result of putting up 78 points per game (141st in college basketball) while allowing 74.3 per outing (199th in college basketball).
The Texans put up 8.4 more points per game (78) than the Lancers allow (69.6).
Tarleton State makes 2.7 fewer threes per contest than the opposition, 5 (359th in college basketball) compared to its opponents’ 7.7.
At home, the Texans score 79.6 points per game. On the road, they average 76.2.
Tarleton State has played worse offensively over its last 10 games, scoring 74.7 points per contest, 3.3 fewer points than its season average of 78.
Lancers Key Players to Watch
| Yam | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dominique Daniels Jr. | 21 | 22.1 | 4 | 3.2 | 1 | 0 | 1.4 |
| Martin Williams | 21 | 13.9 | 4.7 | 1.6 | 0.7 | 0 | 1.2 |
| Jayden Jackson | 16 | 8.4 | 3.3 | 2 | 0.6 | 0.3 | 1.6 |
| Devon Malcolm | 21 | 6.5 | 3.8 | 0.4 | 1.3 | 0.3 | 0.3 |
| Jordan Muller | 22 | 6 | 1 | 2.2 | 0.6 | 0 | 1.3 |
Texans Key Players to Watch
| Yam | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dior Johnson | 16 | 23.6 | 2.9 | 1.4 | 1.3 | 0.1 | 1.4 |
| Cameron McDowell | 19 | 13.8 | 3.4 | 1.3 | 1.7 | 0.2 | 1.1 |
| Freddy Hicks | 16 | 10.9 | 6.1 | 23 | 1.2 | 0.5 | 0.3 |
| Chris Mpaka | 18 | 8.1 | 5.3 | 0.2 | 0.6 | 1 | 0 |
| Malek Archie | 2 | 7 | 2.5 | 0 | 1.5 | 1.5 | 0 |
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