Le Moyne Dolphins Defeat Chicago State Cougars 81-63
Saturday, February 14, 2026, 1:00 PM ET · Ted Grant Court
Le Moyne Dolphins 81, Chicago State Cougars 63, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Chicago State Cougars vs Le Moyne Dolphins?
Le Moyne Dolphins beat Chicago State Cougars 81-63 at Ted Grant Court on February 14, 2026.
Who was favored in Chicago State Cougars vs Le Moyne Dolphins?
Le Moyne Dolphins were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -310 (about 76% implied). The favorite won.
The Le Moyne Dolphins secured a convincing 81-63 victory over the Chicago State Cougars at Ted Grant Court, showcasing their recent form and ability to dominate at home. This matchup was particularly noteworthy as it highlighted the contrasting fortunes of both teams, with Le Moyne improving their record to 15-13, while Chicago State fell to 6-22.
Le Moyne entered the game with a solid home record of 14-13, including a recent performance that saw them go 6-4 in their last ten games, currently riding a two-game winning streak. Their scoring average over these recent games stood at 70.7 points, while they allowed an average of 71.2 points. In their last five games, they averaged 67.4 points scored and 73.6 points allowed, indicating a slight dip in offensive output but still maintaining competitive play. The Dolphins had previously faced the Cougars on January 17, 2026, winning that encounter 72-57.
In contrast, Chicago State, with a record of 6-21, was struggling this season but had shown signs of improvement, winning four of their last ten games, including a three-game winning streak leading into this matchup. Their recent scoring average was 67.0 points, while they allowed an average of 70.0 points. In their last five games, they averaged 71.2 points scored and 67.8 points allowed, reflecting an uptick in their offensive capabilities. However, they had not fared well against Le Moyne in their previous meetings, losing two out of three encounters in the current season and the last season.
The odds for the game were set by DraftKings, with Le Moyne favored at -6.5 on the spread, a moneyline of -310, and a total of 144.5 points. Chicago State was priced at +250 on the moneyline, indicating a significant underdog status.
The game conditions were standard for a college basketball matchup, taking place in the familiar confines of Ted Grant Court, where Le Moyne had been strong. The Dolphins' home record of 4-2 in their last six games at this venue further emphasized their advantage.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any key players missing from either roster, allowing both teams to field their full squads. This availability likely contributed to the competitive nature of the game.
As the game unfolded, Le Moyne established control early on, leveraging their home-court advantage and recent momentum. The scoring plays highlighted by Shilo Jackson's dunk and Stephen Byard's contributions illustrated the Dolphins' offensive depth. By the second half, Le Moyne had built a substantial lead, which they maintained through effective free-throw shooting by players like Samuel Hincapie and Josiah Lee. Chicago State struggled to keep pace, despite efforts from players like Malek Robinson, who made a notable three-pointer late in the game.
Ultimately, the Dolphins' ability to capitalize on their scoring opportunities and their solid defense led to a decisive win, reinforcing their position as a competitive force in the league. With this victory, Le Moyne not only improved their standings but also showcased their potential as they head into the latter part of the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | LEM -6.5 | 144.5 o -115 / u -105 | Chicago State Cougars +250 · Le Moyne Dolphins -310 |
Leaders
- PointsDeng Garang21Le Moyne Dolphins
- AssistsTennessee Rainwater7Le Moyne Dolphins
- ReboundsDeng Garang7Le Moyne Dolphins
- PointsCJ Ray15Chicago State Cougars
- AssistsMarcus Tankersley4Chicago State Cougars
- ReboundsCJ Ray10Chicago State Cougars
Recent form
Le Moyne Dolphins
Last 10: 6-4Streak W270.7 scored · 71.2 allowed per game4-2 at home
- W58-57vs Mercyhurst LakersFeb 13
- W86-84vs Saint Francis Red WolvesFeb 7
- L78-79at Wagner SeahawksFeb 6
- L54-65vs Stonehill SkyhawksJan 31
- L61-83at Long Island University SharksJan 30
- W87-74at Fairleigh Dickinson KnightsJan 26
- W69-67vs Wagner SeahawksJan 24
- W83-77vs Long Island University SharksJan 19
- W72-57at Chicago State CougarsJan 17
- L59-69vs Central Connecticut Blue DevilsJan 10
Chicago State Cougars
Last 10: 4-6Streak W367 scored · 70 allowed per game1-4 away
- W68-55vs Stonehill SkyhawksFeb 13
- W80-75vs Saint Francis Red WolvesFeb 9
- W63-57at New Haven ChargersFeb 7
- L67-78at Central Connecticut Blue DevilsFeb 6
- W78-74vs Mercyhurst LakersJan 31
- L59-61at Mercyhurst LakersJan 25
- L60-81at Saint Francis Red WolvesJan 24
- L56-62vs New Haven ChargersJan 20
- L57-72vs Le Moyne DolphinsJan 17
- L82-85at Stonehill SkyhawksJan 10
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Long Island University | 24-11 | - | 15-3 |
| Central Connecticut | 18-12 | 3 | 12-6 |
| Mercyhurst | 17-17 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Le Moyne | 15-17 | 5 | 10-8 |
| New Haven | 14-17 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Wagner | 14-17 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Stonehill | 12-21 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Fairleigh Dickinson | 11-21 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Saint Francis | 7-24 | 10 | 5-13 |
| Chicago State | 7-25 | 10 | 5-13 |
Box score
| Stat | Chicago State Cougars | Le Moyne Dolphins |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-66 | 27-51 |
| Field goal % | 38 | 53 |
| Three-pointers | 7-22 | 12-27 |
| Three-point % | 32 | 44 |
| Free throws | 6-10 | 15-21 |
| Free throw % | 60 | 71 |
| Rebounds | 35 | 37 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 4 |
| Defensive rebounds | 25 | 33 |
| Assists | 14 | 22 |
| Steals | 9 | 5 |
| Blocks | 1 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 8 | 19 |
| Fast-break points | 10 | 24 |
| Points in the paint | 32 | 28 |
| Fouls | 19 | 14 |
| Largest lead | 3 | 21 |
| Lead changes | 7 | 7 |
| Time in front | 3 | 83 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half34-42CJ Ray makes 25-foot three point jumper (Marcus Tankersley assists)
- 2nd Half36-42Braelon Bush makes driving layup
- 2nd Half37-42Braelon Bush makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half39-42Dailliss Cox makes layup (Doyel Cockrill III assists)
- 2nd Half40-42Dailliss Cox makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half42-42CJ Ray makes layup
- 2nd Half42-44Eli Greenberg makes driving layup (Trent Mosquera assists)
- 2nd Half42-46Deng Garang makes driving layup
- 2nd Half42-47Trent Mosquera makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half44-47Marcus Tankersley makes driving layup
- 2nd Half46-47Stephen Byard makes layup (Braelon Bush assists)
- 2nd Half47-47Stephen Byard makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half47-49Shilo Jackson makes layup (Eli Greenberg assists)
- 2nd Half50-49Braelon Bush makes 24-foot three point jumper (CJ Ray assists)
- 2nd Half50-51Tennessee Rainwater makes layup
- 2nd Half50-54Trent Mosquera makes 23-foot three point jumper (Deng Garang assists)
- 2nd Half50-56Tennessee Rainwater makes driving layup
- 2nd Half50-57Tennessee Rainwater makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half50-59Deng Garang makes driving layup (Samuel Hincapie assists)
- 2nd Half50-60Deng Garang makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half53-60CJ Ray makes 24-foot three point jumper (Corey Sands assists)
- 2nd Half53-63Tennessee Rainwater makes 23-foot three point jumper (Deng Garang assists)
- 2nd Half53-66Deng Garang makes 28-foot three point jumper (Tennessee Rainwater assists)
- 2nd Half55-66Marcus Tankersley makes layup (Braelon Bush assists)
- 2nd Half55-68Shilo Jackson makes layup (Tennessee Rainwater assists)
- 2nd Half55-69Tennessee Rainwater makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-71Shilo Jackson makes layup (Samuel Hincapie assists)
- 2nd Half56-71Stephen Byard makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-72Deng Garang makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-73Deng Garang makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-74Shilo Jackson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-75Shilo Jackson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-77Shilo Jackson makes 1-foot dunk (Trent Mosquera assists)
- 2nd Half58-77Marcus Tankersley makes 10-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half58-78Samuel Hincapie makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-79Samuel Hincapie makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-79Stephen Byard makes 2-foot dunk (Braelon Bush assists)
- 2nd Half60-80Josiah Lee makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-81Josiah Lee makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-81Malek Robinson makes 25-foot three pointer
Win probability
Above the line favours Le Moyne Dolphins, below favours Chicago State Cougars.
Venue
- Ted Grant CourtSyracuse, NY
- Attendance586
- OfficialsMichael McCloskey, Craig Lastres, Joseph Carmisione
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