East Texas A&M Lions Defeat Incarnate Word Cardinals 80-58
Monday, January 19, 2026, 6:00 PM ET · McDermott Center
East Texas A&M Lions 80, Incarnate Word Cardinals 58, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won East Texas A&M Lions vs Incarnate Word Cardinals?
East Texas A&M Lions beat Incarnate Word Cardinals 80-58 at McDermott Center on January 19, 2026.
Who was favored in East Texas A&M Lions vs Incarnate Word Cardinals?
Incarnate Word Cardinals were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -310 (about 76% implied). The underdog won.
In a decisive matchup, the East Texas A&M Lions triumphed over the Incarnate Word Cardinals with a final score of 80-58. This victory marks a significant moment for the Lions, who have struggled recently but managed to secure a crucial win on the road at the McDermott Center. The game showcased the Lions' ability to capitalize on their opportunities, particularly in the second half, where they outscored the Cardinals significantly.
Entering the game, the Cardinals had a home record of 9-10 and were coming off a recent win against the Northwestern State Demons, where they edged out a close 76-74 victory. Their form over the last ten games showed a record of 4-6, with an average of 69.7 points scored and 69.2 points allowed. In contrast, the Lions, with an away record of 8-12, were experiencing a tough stretch, having lost their last two games and posting a 2-8 record over their last ten outings. They averaged 65.1 points scored while allowing 80.7 points per game during that span.
The Cardinals had a strong home performance with a record of 4-0 at home in their last four games, but their overall away struggles were evident, as they had not won a game on the road in their last six attempts. The Lions, while not performing well away from home with a record of 1-5, were looking to turn their fortunes around in this matchup.
Historically, the Lions have had the upper hand in their recent meetings with the Cardinals, boasting a 2-0 record in the last two encounters. Their previous matchups included a 75-68 victory on March 1, 2025, and a 65-53 win on December 7, 2024, both of which were favorable for East Texas A&M.
In terms of injuries, the block does not specify any key players missing from either team, which suggests both squads were at full strength for this contest. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Cardinals favored by 6.5 points, with a total set at 142.5. The home money line was listed at -310.0, while the away money line was at 250.0, indicating a strong belief in the Cardinals' home advantage.
The conditions during the game were not detailed in the block, but typically, factors such as crowd support and venue familiarity can play a significant role in college basketball matchups. As the game unfolded, the Lions demonstrated their ability to control the pace and capitalize on scoring opportunities, particularly in the second half, where they pulled away from the Cardinals.
Key moments in the second half included a 4-foot dunk by Noah Pagotto, assisted by Ronnie Harrison, which helped extend the Lions' lead. Davion Bailey contributed with free throws, and Damian Garcia hit a notable 26-foot three-point jumper, further solidifying the Lions' dominance. The Cardinals managed to score through Harold Woods and Gianni Hunt, but it was not enough to close the gap.
Ultimately, the Lions' performance highlighted their resilience and ability to execute under pressure, while the Cardinals will need to regroup after this setback. The final score of 80-58 reflects the Lions' strong showing and their potential to build on this victory moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UIW -6.5 | 142.5 o -110 / u -110 | East Texas A&M Lions +250 · Incarnate Word Cardinals -310 |
Leaders
- PointsTahj Staveskie17Incarnate Word Cardinals
- AssistsHarold Woods3Incarnate Word Cardinals
- ReboundsHarold Woods5Incarnate Word Cardinals
- PointsDamian Garcia17East Texas A&M Lions
- AssistsGianni Hunt7East Texas A&M Lions
- ReboundsRonnie Harrison8East Texas A&M Lions
Recent form
Incarnate Word Cardinals
Last 10: 4-6Streak W169.7 scored · 69.2 allowed per game4-0 at home
- W76-74vs Northwestern State DemonsJan 17
- L46-56at Stephen F. Austin LumberjacksJan 13
- L51-63at Lamar CardinalsJan 11
- L67-80at UT Rio Grande Valley VaquerosJan 6
- W73-56vs Houston Christian HuskiesJan 3
- W79-70vs SE Louisiana LionsDec 30
- W90-66vs Northern Arizona LumberjacksDec 21
- L65-69at TCU Horned FrogsDec 16
- L83-84at LSU New Orleans PrivateersDec 9
- L67-74at Nicholls ColonelsDec 6
East Texas A&M Lions
Last 10: 2-8Streak L265.1 scored · 80.7 allowed per game1-5 away
- L70-81at Houston Christian HuskiesJan 17
- L50-61vs Texas A&M-Corpus Christi IslandersJan 13
- W77-69vs UT Rio Grande Valley VaquerosJan 10
- L73-83at LSU New Orleans PrivateersJan 6
- L58-80at Nicholls ColonelsJan 3
- L62-69vs Lamar CardinalsDec 31
- L48-75vs Stephen F. Austin LumberjacksDec 30
- L77-118at Texas A&M AggiesDec 21
- W70-69at SE Louisiana LionsDec 16
- L66-102at McNeese CowboysDec 13
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stephen F. Austin | 28-6 | - | 20-2 |
| McNeese | 28-6 | 1 | 19-3 |
| UT Rio Grande Valley | 19-14 | 6 | 14-8 |
| Texas A&M-Corpus Christi | 18-15 | 7 | 13-9 |
| LSU New Orleans | 15-18 | 8 | 12-10 |
| Nicholls | 14-19 | 8 | 12-10 |
| Houston Christian | 12-20 | 12 | 8-14 |
| Northwestern State | 10-22 | 12 | 8-14 |
| Incarnate Word | 12-19 | 13 | 7-15 |
| Lamar | 12-19 | 13 | 7-15 |
| East Texas A&M | 11-21 | 14 | 6-16 |
| SE Louisiana | 9-22 | 14 | 6-16 |
Box score
| Stat | East Texas A&M Lions | Incarnate Word Cardinals |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 30-54 | 20-61 |
| Field goal % | 56 | 33 |
| Three-pointers | 8-21 | 4-21 |
| Three-point % | 38 | 19 |
| Free throws | 12-17 | 14-16 |
| Free throw % | 71 | 88 |
| Rebounds | 34 | 31 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 14 |
| Defensive rebounds | 26 | 17 |
| Assists | 15 | 8 |
| Steals | 4 | 4 |
| Blocks | 2 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 6 | 6 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 8 | 7 |
| Fast-break points | 8 | 9 |
| Points in the paint | 42 | 20 |
| Fouls | 15 | 11 |
| Largest lead | 24 | 3 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 83 | 12 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half45-31Noah Pagotto makes layup (Gianni Hunt assists)
- 2nd Half46-31Noah Pagotto makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half47-31Gianni Hunt makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-31Gianni Hunt makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-31Noah Pagotto makes layup (Ronnie Harrison assists)
- 2nd Half50-33Love Bettis makes 15-foot jumper
- 2nd Half52-33Ronnie Harrison makes 8-foot dunk
- 2nd Half54-33Ronnie Harrison makes layup
- 2nd Half54-35Lewis Rowe makes layup (Love Bettis assists)
- 2nd Half56-35Damian Garcia makes layup
- 2nd Half56-37Esteban Mann makes layup (Tahj Staveskie assists)
- 2nd Half58-37Gianni Hunt makes 9-foot jumper
- 2nd Half60-37Noah Pagotto makes layup (Gianni Hunt assists)
- 2nd Half60-38Tahj Staveskie makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-39Tahj Staveskie makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-39Michael Folarin makes layup
- 2nd Half62-41Davion Bailey makes layup
- 2nd Half64-41Ronnie Harrison makes 6-foot dunk
- 2nd Half64-42Harold Woods makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-43Harold Woods makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-43London Fields makes 26-foot three point jumper (Noah Pagotto assists)
- 2nd Half67-45Love Bettis makes 18-foot jumper
- 2nd Half67-47Tahj Staveskie makes layup
- 2nd Half67-48Tahj Staveskie makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half67-50Harold Woods makes 10-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half68-50Tay Mosher makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-50Tay Mosher makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-51Tahj Staveskie makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-52Tahj Staveskie makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-52Damian Garcia makes driving layup
- 2nd Half71-53Davion Bailey makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-54Davion Bailey makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-54Noah Pagotto makes 4-foot dunk (Ronnie Harrison assists)
- 2nd Half73-55Davion Bailey makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half73-56Davion Bailey makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-56Damian Garcia makes 26-foot three point jumper (Tay Mosher assists)
- 2nd Half77-56Gianni Hunt makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half78-56Gianni Hunt makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half78-58Harold Woods makes 13-foot jumper (Love Bettis assists)
- 2nd Half80-58Gianni Hunt makes layup
Win probability
Above the line favours Incarnate Word Cardinals, below favours East Texas A&M Lions.
Venue
- McDermott CenterSan Antonio, TX
- Attendance163
- OfficialsBharat Ramnanan, Derek Schulte, Anthony Thomas
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