McNeese Cowboys Dominate East Texas A&M Lions 102-66
Friday, December 12, 2025, 8:30 PM ET · Townsley Law Arena
McNeese Cowboys 102, East Texas A&M Lions 66, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won East Texas A&M Lions vs McNeese Cowboys?
McNeese Cowboys beat East Texas A&M Lions 102-66 at Townsley Law Arena on December 12, 2025.
Who was favored in East Texas A&M Lions vs McNeese Cowboys?
McNeese Cowboys were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -4000 (about 98% implied). The favorite won.
In a commanding performance, the McNeese Cowboys triumphed over the East Texas A&M Lions with a final score of 102-66. This matchup showcased the Cowboys' impressive home record, which now stands at 10-2 following their latest victory at the Townsley Law Arena. The Cowboys have been in exceptional form, winning eight of their last ten games, including a current two-game winning streak. Their scoring average during this stretch has been a remarkable 87.6 points per game while allowing just 65.3 points.
The Cowboys' recent performances include a narrow win against the Rhode Island Rams on December 10, where they secured a 66-64 victory, and a dominant 92-54 win against the Northwestern State Demons on December 6. Their home court advantage has been evident, as they maintain a perfect home record of 6-0 this season. In contrast, the East Texas A&M Lions, with an overall record of 5-5, have struggled more on the road, managing only two wins in six away games.
The Lions entered this game with a mixed recent form, having won six of their last ten games but only one of their last five. Their scoring average during this stretch is 77.7 points per game, while they have allowed 69.3 points. Their last game resulted in a 75-68 victory against the Central Arkansas Bears on December 7. However, they faced a tough opponent in McNeese, and their away record of 2-4 this season did not bode well for their chances.
Historically, the Cowboys have had the upper hand in their meetings with the Lions, winning all two encounters in the current season. In their previous matchups, the Cowboys defeated the Lions 75-56 on January 4 and 67-51 on February 11, both games showcasing their dominance.
In terms of injuries, no specific players were noted as being unavailable for either team, allowing both squads to field their strongest lineups. The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had the Cowboys favored by 20.5 points, with a total set at 142.5. The odds indicated a strong belief in the Cowboys' ability to cover the spread, reflecting their recent form and home advantage.
The game conditions were favorable, with no adverse weather or venue issues reported, allowing for a smooth contest. Viewers were treated to a showcase of offensive prowess from the Cowboys, who consistently found ways to score, highlighted by a variety of plays including three-point shots and layups.
Overall, the McNeese Cowboys' victory over the East Texas A&M Lions was a testament to their strong home performance and scoring ability, setting a tone for the remainder of the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | MCN -20.5 | 142.5 o -115 / u -105 | East Texas A&M Lions +1600 · McNeese Cowboys -4000 |
Leaders
- PointsTyshawn Archie24McNeese Cowboys
- AssistsCarl Cherenfant6McNeese Cowboys
- ReboundsLarry Johnson8McNeese Cowboys
- PointsNoah Pagotto18East Texas A&M Lions
- AssistsVinny Sigona4East Texas A&M Lions
- ReboundsGianni Hunt5East Texas A&M Lions
Recent form
McNeese Cowboys
Last 10: 8-2Streak W287.6 scored · 65.3 allowed per game6-0 at home
- W66-64at Rhode Island RamsDec 10
- W92-54vs Northwestern State DemonsDec 6
- L67-71at Incarnate Word CardinalsDec 2
- W72-62vs Middle Tennessee Blue RaidersNov 25
- W73-60vs Murray State RacersNov 25
- W92-86at George Washington RevolutionariesNov 23
- W88-62vs Louisiana Ragin' CajunsNov 15
- W132-50vs College of Biblical Studies AmbassadorsNov 11
- L67-79at Santa Clara BroncosNov 8
- W127-65vs Champion Christian TigersNov 4
East Texas A&M Lions
Last 10: 6-4Streak W177.7 scored · 69.3 allowed per game2-4 away
- W75-68vs Central Arkansas BearsDec 7
- L59-83at UConn HuskiesDec 6
- W84-67at Army Black KnightsNov 25
- W70-65at Fairleigh Dickinson KnightsNov 24
- W115-44vs Dallas Christian CrusadersNov 20
- L64-71at Rice OwlsNov 15
- L74-100at Hawai'i Rainbow WarriorsNov 10
- L54-76at New Mexico LobosNov 6
- W119-60vs Arlington Baptist PatriotsNov 3
- W63-59vs Houston Christian HuskiesMar 4
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 | McNeese Cowboys |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-61 | 35-63 |
| Field goal % | 41 | 56 |
| Three-pointers | 7-28 | 13-24 |
| Three-point % | 25 | 54 |
| Free throws | 9-16 | 19-24 |
| Free throw % | 56 | 79 |
| Rebounds | 28 | 42 |
| Offensive rebounds | 11 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 17 | 30 |
| Assists | 14 | 25 |
| Steals | 6 | 14 |
| Blocks | 3 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 22 | 16 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 12 | 27 |
| Fast-break points | 9 | 33 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 42 |
| Fouls | 16 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 46 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 99 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half35-64Javohn Garcia made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Garwey Dual.
- 2nd Half37-64Ronnie Harrison made Layup. Assisted by London Fields.
- 2nd Half37-67Larry Johnson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Garwey Dual.
- 2nd Half37-69Peitok Machar made Layup. Assisted by Larry Johnson.
- 2nd Half37-71Javohn Garcia made Layup. Assisted by Jacolb Fredson-Cole.
- 2nd Half37-72Jerrell Colbert made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half39-72Alex McCray made Jumper.
- 2nd Half39-73DJ Richards Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half39-75DJ Richards Jr. made Layup.
- 2nd Half39-77Tyshawn Archie made Layup. Assisted by Garwey Dual.
- 2nd Half41-77Noah Pagotto made Layup. Assisted by Vinny Sigona.
- 2nd Half41-79Tyshawn Archie made Layup.
- 2nd Half41-82DJ Richards Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Carl Cherenfant.
- 2nd Half42-82Ronnie Harrison made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half42-84Garwey Dual made Layup. Assisted by Carl Cherenfant.
- 2nd Half42-85Carl Cherenfant made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half45-85London Fields made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Vinny Sigona.
- 2nd Half45-87Tyshawn Archie made Layup.
- 2nd Half45-88Tyshawn Archie made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-88Noah Pagotto made Jumper. Assisted by London Fields.
- 2nd Half47-89Larry Johnson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-90Larry Johnson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-93Tyshawn Archie made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half49-93Noah Pagotto made Layup.
- 2nd Half51-93Alex McCray made Layup. Assisted by Vinny Sigona.
- 2nd Half51-95Larry Johnson made Dunk. Assisted by Tyshawn Archie.
- 2nd Half53-95Noah Pagotto made Layup.
- 2nd Half54-95Noah Pagotto made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-95Alex McCray made Layup.
- 2nd Half56-97Jerrell Colbert made Dunk. Assisted by Carl Cherenfant.
- 2nd Half56-99Carl Cherenfant made Layup. Assisted by DJ Richards Jr..
- 2nd Half57-99Noah Pagotto made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-99Noah Pagotto made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-100DJ Richards Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-100Tay Mosher made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Alex McCray.
- 2nd Half61-101Jacolb Fredson-Cole made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-102Jacolb Fredson-Cole made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-102Noah Pagotto made Layup. Assisted by Michael Folarin.
- 2nd Half65-102Michael Folarin made Layup.
- 2nd Half66-102Michael Folarin made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours McNeese Cowboys, below favours East Texas A&M Lions.
Venue
- Townsley Law ArenaLake Charles, LA
- Attendance3179
- OfficialsBrent Dugas, Damien Richard, Garrett Theriot
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