Long Island University Defeats Chicago State 73-56
Thursday, February 26, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Brooklyn Athletic Center
Long Island University Sharks 73, Chicago State Cougars 56, 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 Long Island University Sharks?
Long Island University Sharks beat Chicago State Cougars 73-56 at Brooklyn Athletic Center on February 26, 2026.
Who was favored in Chicago State Cougars vs Long Island University Sharks?
Long Island University Sharks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -850 (about 89% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Long Island University Sharks secured a 73-56 victory over the Chicago State Cougars at the Brooklyn Athletic Center. This game showcased the Sharks' strong home performance, improving their record to 21-10, while the Cougars fell to 7-24 on the season. The Sharks entered this contest with a home record of 20-10, having won 7 of their last 10 games, although they were on a one-game losing streak prior to this victory. They averaged 66.0 points scored and allowed 58.6 points in their recent form, indicating a solid defensive effort throughout the season.
On the other hand, the Cougars had a mixed record of 5-5 in their last 10 games and were coming off a win against Central Connecticut, which marked a brief revival in their otherwise challenging season. They averaged 66.7 points scored and allowed 67.3 points in their recent games, reflecting a slight edge in offense but a vulnerability on defense. The Cougars' away record stood at 1-4, further emphasizing their struggles outside of their home court.
The historical context of this fixture added intrigue, as the Sharks had won three of the last four encounters against the Cougars. Their most recent meeting on January 4, 2026, ended with a 74-55 victory for Long Island University, while the Sharks also won the previous matchup in March 2025 with a score of 68-57. This trend suggested a competitive edge for the Sharks in their head-to-head battles.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any players missing from either team, allowing both squads to field their full rosters. This absence of injury concerns likely contributed to the competitive nature of the game.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, favored the Sharks significantly, with a spread of -11.5 and a moneyline of -850. The total for the game was set at 141.5, with odds for the over at -105.0 and the under at -115.0, reflecting expectations for a moderately high-scoring game.
Conditions in the Brooklyn Athletic Center were conducive for a basketball game, with no adverse weather or external factors reported that could have influenced play. Fans witnessed a game characterized by strategic plays and free throws, particularly in the second half, where the Sharks capitalized on their opportunities at the line.
As the game progressed, the Sharks maintained control, highlighted by a series of free throws in the final minutes. Notable scoring plays included multiple successful free throws from Greg Gordon, Jomo Goings, and Jamal Fuller, which helped to solidify the Sharks' lead and ultimately secure the win. The final score of 73-56 reflected the Sharks' dominance, particularly in the second half, where they outscored the Cougars significantly.
Overall, this matchup not only underscored Long Island University's strength at home but also illustrated the challenges faced by Chicago State throughout the season. The Sharks will look to build on this momentum as they continue their campaign, while the Cougars will need to regroup and address their inconsistencies moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | LIU -11.5 | 141.5 o -105 / u -115 | Chicago State Cougars +575 · Long Island University Sharks -850 |
Leaders
- PointsJamal Fuller24Long Island University Sharks
- AssistsGreg Gordon5Long Island University Sharks
- ReboundsShadrak Lasu9Long Island University Sharks
- PointsStephen Byard17Chicago State Cougars
- AssistsCJ Ray6Chicago State Cougars
- ReboundsStephen Byard8Chicago State Cougars
Recent form
Long Island University Sharks
Last 10: 7-2-1Streak L166 scored · 58.6 allowed per game4-0 at home
- L83-91at Mercyhurst LakersFeb 21
- W91-89at Saint Francis Red WolvesFeb 20
- W83-65vs Wagner SeahawksFeb 17
- L52-55at New Haven ChargersFeb 14
- W67-57at Wagner SeahawksFeb 13
- W61-54vs Stonehill SkyhawksFeb 7
- W60-55vs New Haven ChargersFeb 6
- W80-59at Central Connecticut Blue DevilsJan 31
- W83-61vs Le Moyne DolphinsJan 30
- D0-0vs Wagner SeahawksJan 27
Chicago State Cougars
Last 10: 5-5Streak W166.7 scored · 67.3 allowed per game1-4 away
- W70-51vs Central Connecticut Blue DevilsFeb 21
- L59-60vs Fairleigh Dickinson KnightsFeb 20
- L63-81at Le Moyne DolphinsFeb 14
- 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
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 | Long Island University Sharks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 22-61 | 22-45 |
| Field goal % | 36 | 49 |
| Three-pointers | 6-21 | 6-17 |
| Three-point % | 29 | 35 |
| Free throws | 6-10 | 23-29 |
| Free throw % | 60 | 79 |
| Rebounds | 31 | 38 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 19 | 29 |
| Assists | 15 | 16 |
| Steals | 8 | 7 |
| Blocks | 0 | 7 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 16 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 16 | 15 |
| Fast-break points | 4 | 13 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 30 |
| Fouls | 22 | 12 |
| Largest lead | 6 | 17 |
| Lead changes | 6 | 6 |
| Time in front | 22 | 73 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half37-32Malek Robinson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half37-34Jamal Fuller makes 7-foot floating jump shot (Mason Porter-Brown assists)
- 2nd Half39-34Marcus Tankersley makes 12-foot turnaround jump shot (CJ Ray assists)
- 2nd Half39-35Mason Porter-Brown makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half39-36Mason Porter-Brown makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half42-36Doyel Cockrill III makes 27-foot three point jumper (Braelon Bush assists)
- 2nd Half42-38Jamal Fuller makes layup (Jomo Goings assists)
- 2nd Half42-40Greg Gordon makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half42-42Jomo Goings makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half42-43Jamal Fuller makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half42-46Jamal Fuller makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jomo Goings assists)
- 2nd Half42-48Malachi Davis makes layup (Greg Gordon assists)
- 2nd Half43-48Marcus Tankersley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half44-48Marcus Tankersley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half44-50Malachi Davis makes driving layup
- 2nd Half44-52Jomo Goings makes driving layup
- 2nd Half44-53Jomo Goings makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half44-54Jomo Goings makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half44-56Caleb Johnson makes layup (Greg Gordon assists)
- 2nd Half44-58Jamal Fuller makes layup (Malachi Davis assists)
- 2nd Half47-58Stephen Byard makes 27-foot three point jumper (Malek Robinson assists)
- 2nd Half49-58Stephen Byard makes 16-foot jumper (CJ Ray assists)
- 2nd Half49-60Jamal Fuller makes layup
- 2nd Half49-61Jamal Fuller makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half50-61Stephen Byard makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-61Stephen Byard makes layup (Corey Sands assists)
- 2nd Half53-61Stephen Byard makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half53-62Jomo Goings makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-63Jomo Goings makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-63CJ Ray makes 25-foot three point jumper (Doyel Cockrill III assists)
- 2nd Half56-64Greg Gordon makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-65Greg Gordon makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-66Malachi Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-67Greg Gordon makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-68Greg Gordon makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-69Jomo Goings makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-70Jomo Goings makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-71Jamal Fuller makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-72Jamal Fuller makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-73Jamal Fuller makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Long Island University Sharks, below favours Chicago State Cougars.
Venue
- Brooklyn Athletic CenterBrooklyn, NY
- OfficialsMichael McCloskey, Steve Ruppenthal, Edward Corbett
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