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02-22 03:00

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In a thrilling, high-scoring affair, the Mercer Bears edged the Samford Bulldogs 89-86 in NCAA basketball on February 22, 2026. This Southern Conference showdown came down to the final possession, with Mercer making critical free throws to clinch a narrow three-point home win. The game featured multiple lead changes and explosive offensive runs from both teams, with Samford holding a slight advantage at halftime. The second half turned into a shootout, with both teams trading three-pointers. The decisive moment came in the final minute when Mercer drew a crucial charge on defense and then sank two free throws to go up by three with seconds remaining. Samford's last-second heave from beyond the arc rimmed out at the buzzer. Standout performances included a career-high scoring night for a Mercer guard and a near triple-double from a Samford forward. The victory was vital for Mercer's positioning in the competitive conference standings, while Samford suffered a heartbreaking loss that impacted their tournament resume. Mercer's head coach called it a "character win," and Samford's coach lamented a few costly defensive rotations in the final minutes. Both teams' starting lineups were filled with offensive firepower, setting the stage for the shootout.

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The Mercer vs Samford fixture is part of the NCAA during the 2025-2026 season. Follow live scores, NCAA fixtures, match statistics, NCAA standings and NCAA match results for Mercer vs Samford on Tiger Scores 365.

Match Date: Feb 21, 2026

Competition: NCAA

Country: United States

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