Lumberjacks Defeat Cardinals in High-Scoring Affair
Saturday, February 7, 2026, 6:00 PM ET · William R. Johnson Coliseum
Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks 84, Lamar Cardinals 74, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Lamar Cardinals vs Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks?
Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks beat Lamar Cardinals 84-74 at William R. Johnson Coliseum on February 7, 2026.
Who was favored in Lamar Cardinals vs Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks?
Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -380 (about 79% implied). The favorite won.
In a thrilling matchup, the Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks secured a victory over the Lamar Cardinals, finishing with a score of 84 to 74 at the William R. Johnson Coliseum. This game was notable not only for the competitive spirit displayed but also for the Lumberjacks' continued dominance at home, where they have maintained an impressive record of 21-3 overall this season, including a perfect 5-0 at home in their last five games.
The Lumberjacks entered this game on a remarkable eight-game winning streak, having averaged 77.6 points in their last five outings while allowing an average of 65.6 points. Their recent form has been characterized by strong offensive performances, including a decisive 85-58 win against the SE Louisiana Lions just days prior to this matchup. In contrast, the Cardinals, with a record of 12-12, have struggled to find consistency. They came into this game with a record of 5-4-1 over their last ten games, averaging 64.4 points scored and 60.3 points allowed. Their most recent game was a 73-54 victory against the SE Louisiana Lions, which snapped a brief losing streak.
In their previous meeting on January 24, 2026, the Lumberjacks defeated the Cardinals 88-81, showcasing their ability to score effectively against Lamar. The history between these two teams now stands at 2-1 in favor of the Lumberjacks over the last three matchups, which includes a loss for Stephen F. Austin in their earlier encounter during the 2025 season.
The Lumberjacks' home record is a testament to their strong performance in front of their fans, while the Cardinals have struggled on the road, holding a 1-2 record in away games recently. The market reflected the Lumberjacks' strong position heading into this game, with DraftKings listing them as 8.5-point favorites, indicating confidence in their ability to cover the spread. The total for the game was set at 138.5, suggesting expectations for a moderately high-scoring affair.
In terms of player performances, the game featured several key moments, particularly in the second half. Jayden Gambrell made crucial free throws and a significant three-point jumper that kept the Cardinals in contention late in the game. However, the Lumberjacks' ability to convert free throws down the stretch, including successful attempts by Keon Thompson and Lateef Patrick, ultimately sealed their victory.
As the game progressed, the Lumberjacks demonstrated their resilience and depth, consistently responding to the Cardinals' scoring efforts. With the final buzzer signaling their victory, the Lumberjacks not only maintained their home dominance but also reinforced their position as a formidable contender in the league.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SFA -8.5 | 138.5 o -115 / u -105 | Lamar Cardinals +300 · Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks -380 |
Leaders
- PointsLateef Patrick20Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks
- AssistsKeon Thompson8Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks
- ReboundsChrishawn Christmas8Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks
- PointsBraden East33Lamar Cardinals
- AssistsEian Lowe5Lamar Cardinals
- ReboundsBraden East10Lamar Cardinals
Recent form
Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks
Last 10: 9-1Streak W875 scored · 64.9 allowed per game5-0 at home
- W67-60vs McNeese CowboysFeb 3
- W85-58vs SE Louisiana LionsJan 31
- W69-67vs Northwestern State DemonsJan 27
- W88-81at Lamar CardinalsJan 24
- W79-62at Nicholls ColonelsJan 20
- W84-79at LSU New Orleans PrivateersJan 17
- W56-46vs Incarnate Word CardinalsJan 13
- W85-67vs Houston Christian HuskiesJan 10
- L64-66at McNeese CowboysJan 6
- W73-63at SE Louisiana LionsJan 3
Lamar Cardinals
Last 10: 5-4-1Streak W164.4 scored · 60.3 allowed per game1-2 away
- W73-54vs SE Louisiana LionsFeb 3
- L63-64vs McNeese CowboysFeb 1
- W82-61vs East Texas A&M LionsJan 28
- D0-0vs East Texas A&M LionsJan 27
- L81-88vs Stephen F. Austin LumberjacksJan 24
- L76-89at LSU New Orleans PrivateersJan 20
- W90-80at Nicholls ColonelsJan 17
- W64-56vs Houston Christian HuskiesJan 13
- W63-51vs Incarnate Word CardinalsJan 11
- L52-60at SE Louisiana LionsJan 6
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 | Lamar Cardinals | Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 29-62 | 29-54 |
| Field goal % | 47 | 54 |
| Three-pointers | 6-16 | 8-16 |
| Three-point % | 38 | 50 |
| Free throws | 10-12 | 18-22 |
| Free throw % | 83 | 82 |
| Rebounds | 30 | 27 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 5 |
| Defensive rebounds | 21 | 22 |
| Assists | 14 | 17 |
| Steals | 4 | 8 |
| Blocks | 1 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 8 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 8 | 18 |
| Fast-break points | 2 | 9 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 32 |
| Fouls | 15 | 13 |
| Largest lead | 3 | 20 |
| Lead changes | 8 | 8 |
| Time in front | 11 | 89 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half36-53Keon Thompson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half38-53Braden East makes layup
- 2nd Half38-55Lateef Patrick makes 10-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half38-57Chrishawn Christmas makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half40-57Braden East makes 17-foot jumper (Eian Lowe assists)
- 2nd Half40-60Keon Thompson makes 26-foot three point jumper (Gediminas Alisas assists)
- 2nd Half43-60Eian Lowe makes 26-foot three point jumper (Spencer Ezewiro assists)
- 2nd Half45-60Errol White makes layup (Cody Pennebaker assists)
- 2nd Half46-60Errol White makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-61Jerald Colonel makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-62Jerald Colonel makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half46-64Jerald Colonel makes layup (Keon Thompson assists)
- 2nd Half49-64Eian Lowe makes 24-foot three point jumper (Cody Pennebaker assists)
- 2nd Half49-65Keon Thompson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half49-66Keon Thompson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-66Jayden Gambrell makes 10-foot floating jump shot (Eian Lowe assists)
- 2nd Half51-68Jerald Colonel makes layup (Keon Thompson assists)
- 2nd Half51-70Chrishawn Christmas makes 11-foot pullup jump shot (Keon Thompson assists)
- 2nd Half52-70Errol White makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-70Errol White makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-72Jerald Colonel makes 10-foot jumper (Lateef Patrick assists)
- 2nd Half55-72Braden East makes 8-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half57-72Jayden Gambrell makes layup
- 2nd Half59-72Braden East makes 17-foot pullup jump shot (Eian Lowe assists)
- 2nd Half59-75Lateef Patrick makes 26-foot three point jumper (Christian Green assists)
- 2nd Half61-75Braden East makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half61-76Lateef Patrick makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-78Keon Thompson makes 15-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half64-78Eian Lowe makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jayden Gambrell assists)
- 2nd Half64-80Keon Thompson makes 5-foot jumper
- 2nd Half66-80Braden East makes layup
- 2nd Half67-80Braden East makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half68-80Jayden Gambrell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-80Jayden Gambrell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-80Jayden Gambrell makes 27-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half74-80Cody Pennebaker makes layup (Eian Lowe assists)
- 2nd Half74-81Keon Thompson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-82Keon Thompson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-83Lateef Patrick makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-84Lateef Patrick makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks, below favours Lamar Cardinals.
Venue
- William R. Johnson ColiseumNacogdoches, TX
- Attendance3872
- OfficialsMatthew Martinez, Chris Balunek, Jeremy Campbell
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