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Lands at Jacksonville State Horner will transfer to Jacksonville State, per Tobias Bass of The Athletic.

Impact Horner spent his first two seasons at Texas Tech. He was a small factor off the bench in 2025-26, averaging 2.7 points across 8.5 minutes. The 6-foot-4 guard will join the Gamecocks and look to become a starter for the first time in his career.

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Will enter portal Horner will enter the NCAA's transfer portal, according to his announcement Wednesday.

Impact Even though Texas Tech mostly recently used much of Horner during the 2026 NCAA tournament's Round of 32, he did not regularly play games. Since late-February, TTU's six matchups include his two DNPs. Perhaps another team can offer more opportunities.

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Gets season-high 26 minutes Horner ended Saturday's 78-75 OT victory over Arizona with five points (2-4 FG, 1-2 3Pt) and five rebounds in 26 minutes.

Impact Horner's usage benefited from the Red Raiders going into overtime against the Wildcats, as he logged a season-high 26 minutes in the sneaky win. The sophomore guard's combined performance was one of his best as of late, especially as he tied his season-best five rebounds. He should remain a meaningful contributor in the coming games, even if that means he needs to do the little things beyond scoring.

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Plays just two minutes Horner (lower body) missed his only shot attempt and had a steal in two minutes of action during Thursday's win over Wake Forest.

Impact Horner made an abbreviated return to action Thursday after missing the last three games. He's back in a depth role in the backcourt in his second year with the program.

NOVEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't play Friday Horner (lower body) didn't play in Friday's game against UW-Milwaukee.

Impact Horner was spotted in warmups, but he didn't see action. His next chance to play will come against Wake Forest on Thursday, Nov. 20, but even if he's available, he's not a lock to see minutes.

NOVEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Spotted warming up Horner (lower body) is warming up ahead of Texas Tech's clash with UW-Milwaukee, per Texas Tech writer Nathan Giese.

Impact Horner appears to be trending towards playing Friday night. The guard played in the opener, but missed the Red Raiders' next two games. He notched 10 points and three rebounds across 12 minutes game one against Lindenwood.

NOVEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Inactive Tuesday Horner (lower body) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against Illinois, On3.com reports.

Impact Horner will remain sidelined for a second-straight game as the Red Raiders face off against the Fighting Illini. The 6-foot-4 sophomore, who saw 12 minutes of action during Texas Tech's opener against Lindenwood, will have his next chance to suit up against UW-Milwaukee on Friday.

NOVEMBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out with injury Horner is out with a lower-body injury, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact The nature of the injury is uncertain, but it will be severe enough to keep Horner out of the active roster. His next chance to play will come against Illinois on Tuesday, Nov. 11.

NOVEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE