Incarnate Word Edges Texas A&M-Corpus Christi 71-69
Monday, February 2, 2026, 9:00 PM ET · Hilliard Center
Incarnate Word Cardinals 71, Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders 69, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Incarnate Word Cardinals vs Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders?
Incarnate Word Cardinals beat Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders 71-69 at Hilliard Center on February 2, 2026.
Who was favored in Incarnate Word Cardinals vs Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders?
Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -218 (about 69% implied). The underdog won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Incarnate Word Cardinals defeated the Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders 71-69 at the Hilliard Center. This victory marks the Cardinals' first win against the Islanders this season, having previously lost to them 79-71 on January 24, 2026. The win also snaps a four-game losing streak for Incarnate Word, improving their record to 10-13, while Texas A&M-Corpus Christi falls to 12-11.
The game was characterized by a back-and-forth battle, with both teams showing resilience. Incarnate Word, despite their recent struggles, averaged 68.9 points over their last ten games but had been allowing 74.5 points, highlighting defensive vulnerabilities. In contrast, the Islanders had been performing relatively well, winning seven of their last ten games and averaging 69.4 points while allowing 65.3.
At home, Texas A&M-Corpus Christi had a record of 3-2 in their last five games, while Incarnate Word struggled on the road, failing to secure a win in their last four away games. The Cardinals' recent form included a significant loss to the UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros, where they fell 93-106, indicating their defensive issues.
The game was closely contested throughout, with both teams exchanging leads. The Islanders had a strong start but were unable to maintain their advantage. Key moments in the second half included a three-point jumper by Sheldon Williams, which pushed the Cardinals ahead at a crucial moment. The free throws made by D'Avian Houston and Tahj Staveskie in the closing minutes sealed the victory for Incarnate Word.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any players missing from either side, suggesting both teams were at full strength for this matchup. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Islanders favored by 4.5 points with a total set at 140.5. The odds indicated a strong belief in the Islanders' ability to win at home, but the Cardinals' performance proved the odds wrong.
The game was played under typical conditions for a February evening, with no adverse weather factors affecting the indoor venue. Fans could expect a competitive atmosphere, and the players delivered with a thrilling finish that kept everyone on the edge of their seats.
As the game concluded, the Islanders' loss may raise questions about their ability to contend in the upcoming games, while the Cardinals will look to build on this momentum as they continue their season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | AMCC -4.5 | 140.5 o -110 / u -110 | Incarnate Word Cardinals +180 · Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders -218 |
Leaders
- PointsMason Gibson19Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders
- AssistsD'Avian Houston5Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders
- ReboundsSheldon Williams10Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders
- PointsDavion Bailey36Incarnate Word Cardinals
- AssistsDavion Bailey3Incarnate Word Cardinals
- ReboundsHarold Woods9Incarnate Word Cardinals
Recent form
Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders
Last 10: 7-3Streak W169.4 scored · 65.3 allowed per game3-2 at home
- W73-71vs Houston Christian HuskiesJan 31
- L55-64vs UT Rio Grande Valley VaquerosJan 27
- W79-71at Incarnate Word CardinalsJan 24
- L53-69vs McNeese CowboysJan 19
- W68-56vs SE Louisiana LionsJan 17
- W61-50at East Texas A&M LionsJan 13
- L78-79at Northwestern State DemonsJan 10
- W81-65at Houston Christian HuskiesJan 6
- W63-59at UT Rio Grande Valley VaquerosJan 3
- W83-69vs LSU New Orleans PrivateersDec 31
Incarnate Word Cardinals
Last 10: 3-7Streak L468.9 scored · 74.5 allowed per game0-4 away
- L93-106vs UT Rio Grande Valley VaquerosJan 31
- L75-81at Houston Christian HuskiesJan 28
- L71-79vs Texas A&M-Corpus Christi IslandersJan 24
- L58-80vs East Texas A&M LionsJan 19
- 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
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 | Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-48 | 23-51 |
| Field goal % | 50 | 45 |
| Three-pointers | 6-15 | 6-16 |
| Three-point % | 40 | 38 |
| Free throws | 17-24 | 17-23 |
| Free throw % | 71 | 74 |
| Rebounds | 31 | 31 |
| Offensive rebounds | 6 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 25 | 24 |
| Assists | 8 | 12 |
| Steals | 6 | 7 |
| Blocks | 2 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 13 | 17 |
| Fast-break points | 4 | 16 |
| Points in the paint | 36 | 30 |
| Fouls | 17 | 21 |
| Largest lead | 10 | 2 |
| Lead changes | 3 | 3 |
| Time in front | 90 | 5 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half37-35Sheldon Williams makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half39-35Davion Bailey makes driving layup
- 2nd Half40-35Davion Bailey makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half42-35Tahj Staveskie makes driving layup
- 2nd Half42-37Bryson Wheatfall makes driving layup
- 2nd Half42-38Bryson Wheatfall makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half44-38Davion Bailey makes driving layup
- 2nd Half44-39Sheldon Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half44-40Sheldon Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half44-41Mason Gibson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-41Esteban Mann makes driving layup (Davion Bailey assists)
- 2nd Half46-44Mason Gibson makes 24-foot three point jumper (D'Avian Houston assists)
- 2nd Half48-44Lewis Rowe makes layup
- 2nd Half48-46Mason Gibson makes 10-foot floating jump shot (D'Avian Houston assists)
- 2nd Half50-46Davion Bailey makes 10-foot jumper
- 2nd Half52-46Davion Bailey makes driving layup
- 2nd Half53-46Davion Bailey makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half53-48Leo Torbor makes layup
- 2nd Half55-48Jordan Pyke makes layup
- 2nd Half57-48Harold Woods makes driving layup
- 2nd Half57-51Mason Gibson makes 24-foot three point jumper (Kobi Pearson assists)
- 2nd Half59-51Harold Woods makes layup (Love Bettis assists)
- 2nd Half60-51Jordan Pyke makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-51Jordan Pyke makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-53Mason Gibson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half61-56Mason Gibson makes 26-foot three point jumper (Cenker Evran assists)
- 2nd Half64-56Tahj Staveskie makes 24-foot three point jumper (Harold Woods assists)
- 2nd Half64-58D'Avian Houston makes driving layup
- 2nd Half64-60Cenker Evran makes layup (Sheldon Williams assists)
- 2nd Half66-60Tahj Staveskie makes driving layup
- 2nd Half67-60Tahj Staveskie makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half67-62D'Avian Houston makes driving layup
- 2nd Half68-62Esteban Mann makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-65Sheldon Williams makes 25-foot three point jumper (D'Avian Houston assists)
- 2nd Half68-66D'Avian Houston makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-67D'Avian Houston makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-67Davion Bailey makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-69D'Avian Houston makes driving layup
- 2nd Half70-69Tahj Staveskie makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-69Tahj Staveskie makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders, below favours Incarnate Word Cardinals.
Venue
- Hilliard CenterCorpus Christi, TX
- Attendance1785
- OfficialsVladimir Voyard-Tadal, Olandis Poole, Michael Wallace
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