NCAAB · Final

Lamar Cardinals Defeat Incarnate Word Cardinals 63-51

Saturday, January 10, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Montagne Center

Lamar Cardinals 63, Incarnate Word Cardinals 51, 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 Incarnate Word Cardinals vs Lamar Cardinals?

Lamar Cardinals beat Incarnate Word Cardinals 63-51 at Montagne Center on January 10, 2026.

Who was favored in Incarnate Word Cardinals vs Lamar Cardinals?

Lamar Cardinals were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -122 (about 55% implied). The favorite won.

In a decisive matchup, the Lamar Cardinals secured a 63-51 victory over the Incarnate Word Cardinals at the Montagne Center. This game was notable as both teams entered the contest with identical 8-8 records, highlighting the competitive nature of their seasons thus far. The win marked a crucial moment for Lamar, who had been struggling recently, having lost their last two games prior to this encounter.

Lamar's recent form had seen them record a 4-6 record over their last ten games, averaging 69.6 points scored while allowing 68.0 points per game. Their performance at home had been a mixed bag, with a home record of 2-3 in this stretch. In contrast, Incarnate Word had a slightly better recent record of 5-5, with an impressive scoring average of 79.2 points per game, although they had faced challenges defensively, allowing an average of 71.2 points.

The teams had met twice in the previous season, with each winning one game. Lamar had previously defeated Incarnate Word 72-58 at home on January 7, 2025, while Incarnate Word returned the favor later in the season with a 73-61 victory on February 25, 2025. This history added an extra layer of intensity to the matchup, as both teams sought to establish dominance in their rivalry.

In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any significant player absences for either team, suggesting that both squads were able to field their strongest lineups. This was an important factor as both teams aimed to capitalize on their available talent.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Lamar favored by 1.5 points, indicating a closely contested game was anticipated. The total points line was set at 140.5, reflecting expectations for a moderately high-scoring affair. The odds for Lamar to win outright were -122, while Incarnate Word was listed at +102.

Game conditions were typical for a January evening, with the venue being the Montagne Center, which often provides a home-court advantage for the Lamar Cardinals. Fans were treated to a competitive atmosphere as both teams battled for crucial conference positioning.

As the game unfolded, Lamar's defense proved pivotal, holding Incarnate Word to just 51 points. The scoring plays in the second half highlighted Lamar's ability to stretch their lead, with key contributions from players like Rob Lee Jr., who made a significant three-point jumper that pushed the score to 63-47 late in the game. Incarnate Word struggled to keep pace, and despite a late three-pointer from Amani Drummond, they could not close the gap.

Overall, this matchup showcased the Lamar Cardinals' resilience and ability to bounce back from recent setbacks, while Incarnate Word will need to regroup after this defeat as they continue their season.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	LAM -1.5	140.5 o -110 / u -110	Incarnate Word Cardinals +102 · Lamar Cardinals -122

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Leaders

PointsBraden East23Lamar Cardinals
AssistsRob Lee Jr.5Lamar Cardinals
ReboundsRob Lee Jr.7Lamar Cardinals
PointsTahj Staveskie11Incarnate Word Cardinals
AssistsTahj Staveskie7Incarnate Word Cardinals
ReboundsHarold Woods8Incarnate Word Cardinals

Recent form

Lamar Cardinals

Last 10: 4-6Streak L269.6 scored · 68 allowed per game2-3 at home

L52-60at SE Louisiana LionsJan 6
L70-82at McNeese CowboysJan 3
W69-62at East Texas A&M LionsDec 31
W76-61at Northwestern State DemonsDec 30
L82-85vs Omaha MavericksDec 21
L72-83vs UT Rio Grande Valley VaquerosDec 17
L71-89at San Diego State AztecsDec 11
L49-57vs Texas A&M-Corpus Christi IslandersDec 7
W65-55vs Louisiana Ragin' CajunsDec 4
W90-46vs Our Lady of the Lake SaintsNov 30

Incarnate Word Cardinals

Last 10: 5-5Streak L179.2 scored · 71.2 allowed per game0-5 away

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
W71-67vs McNeese CowboysDec 2
W117-55vs Texas Lutheran BulldogsNov 26
L80-91at High Point PanthersNov 23

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	Incarnate Word Cardinals	Lamar Cardinals
Field goals	20-52	23-55
Field goal %	38	42
Three-pointers	5-16	6-16
Three-point %	31	38
Free throws	6-16	11-16
Free throw %	38	69
Rebounds	32	39
Offensive rebounds	11	13
Defensive rebounds	21	26
Assists	12	13
Steals	5	8
Blocks	4	3
Turnovers	12	13
Team turnovers	0	2
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	2	0
Points off turnovers	14	11
Fast-break points	10	6
Points in the paint	28	28
Fouls	14	13
Largest lead	2	16
Lead changes	8	8
Time in front	5	81

How the scoring went

1st Half19-24Marcus Glover makes 1-foot dunk (Tahj Staveskie assists)
1st Half19-26Braden East makes 0-foot tip in layup
1st Half19-27Braden East makes free throw 1 of 2
1st Half19-28Braden East makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half22-28Tahj Staveskie makes 24-foot three point jumper (Davion Bailey assists)
2nd Half22-31Rob Lee Jr. makes 25-foot three point jumper (King-Njhsanni Wilhite assists)
2nd Half25-31Davion Bailey makes 24-foot three point jumper (Tahj Staveskie assists)
2nd Half25-33Braden East makes 2-foot dunk (Rob Lee Jr. assists)
2nd Half27-33Jordan Pyke makes layup
2nd Half27-35Braden East makes 3-foot jumper
2nd Half27-37King-Njhsanni Wilhite makes layup
2nd Half29-37Marcus Glover makes layup (Tahj Staveskie assists)
2nd Half29-40Andrew Holifield makes 23-foot three point jumper (Rob Lee Jr. assists)
2nd Half31-40Amani Drummond makes 15-foot jumper
2nd Half33-40Tahj Staveskie makes layup (Harold Woods assists)
2nd Half34-40Harold Woods makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half34-41King-Njhsanni Wilhite makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half36-41Harold Woods makes layup
2nd Half36-42Braden East makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half36-43Braden East makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half36-45Andrew Holifield makes 3-foot hook shot (Eian Lowe assists)
2nd Half37-45Tahj Staveskie makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half38-45Marcus Glover makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half39-45Marcus Glover makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half41-45Amani Drummond makes layup
2nd Half41-47Braden East makes layup
2nd Half42-47Marcus Glover makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half42-49Braden East makes layup (Andrew Holifield assists)
2nd Half45-49Tahj Staveskie makes 24-foot three point jumper (Davion Bailey assists)
2nd Half45-51Braden East makes layup (Cody Pennebaker assists)
2nd Half45-52Braden East makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half45-53King-Njhsanni Wilhite makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half47-53Amani Drummond makes 8-foot hook shot
2nd Half47-55Errol White makes 16-foot jumper (King-Njhsanni Wilhite assists)
2nd Half47-56Braden East makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half47-57Braden East makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half47-60Andrew Holifield makes 25-foot three point jumper (Rob Lee Jr. assists)
2nd Half47-63Rob Lee Jr. makes 25-foot three point jumper
2nd Half50-63Amani Drummond makes 23-foot three point jumper (Tahj Staveskie assists)
2nd Half51-63Marcus Glover makes free throw 1 of 2