Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Defeats Lamar 76-63
Saturday, February 14, 2026, 4:30 PM ET · Hilliard Center
Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders 76, Lamar Cardinals 63, 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 Lamar Cardinals vs Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders?
Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders beat Lamar Cardinals 76-63 at Hilliard Center on February 14, 2026.
Who was favored in Lamar Cardinals vs Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders?
Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -142 (about 59% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders secured a 76-63 victory over the Lamar Cardinals at the Hilliard Center. This win not only highlights the Islanders' home advantage but also marks a crucial moment in their season as they aim to improve their standing in the league. The Islanders now hold a home record of 14-12, while the Cardinals drop to 12-14 for the season.
The Islanders entered the game with a mixed form, recording a 5-5 record in their last ten games, but were coming off a loss against LSU New Orleans Privateers just four days prior. They averaged 69.7 points scored and allowed 69.1 points during this stretch. Their recent performances at home have been particularly challenging, with a home record of 2-3 in their last five games. Conversely, the Cardinals, who have struggled recently with a record of 4-5-1 in their last ten, faced a two-game losing streak leading into this contest. They averaged 67.1 points scored and 64.6 points allowed. Their away record stood at 1-2 in their last three games, indicating difficulties on the road.
Historically, this matchup has been competitive, with the Islanders holding a 1-2 record against the Cardinals in their last three meetings. The most recent encounter prior to this game was on December 7, 2025, where the Islanders won 57-49. In their previous two games, the Islanders lost to Lamar, including a 56-67 defeat on February 11, 2025, and a 61-65 loss at home on December 6, 2024.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but the overall health of the teams can often influence performance, especially in tightly contested games like this one. The betting lines from DraftKings indicated the Islanders were favored by 2.5 points, with a total set at 135.5. The odds reflected a competitive atmosphere, with the home money line at -142.0 and the away money line at 120.0.
Conditions during the game were not detailed in the block, but the indoor setting of the Hilliard Center typically provides a controlled environment for basketball, minimizing external factors that could affect play.
As the game unfolded, the Islanders showcased their ability to capitalize on free throws, particularly in the second half. Key moments included Eian Lowe, Cenker Evran, and Daniel Michelini-Jackson each contributing to the score with successful free throws, which helped solidify their lead as the game progressed. The final score of 76-63 reflects the Islanders' strong performance, particularly in the latter stages of the game, where they managed to pull away from the Cardinals.
Viewers of the game would have noted the Islanders' effective free throw shooting, which was crucial in maintaining their lead and ultimately securing the win. The Islanders' ability to convert from the line, especially in critical moments, proved to be a decisive factor in the outcome of the game.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | AMCC -2.5 | 135.5 o -105 / u -115 | Lamar Cardinals +120 · Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders -142 |
Leaders
- PointsD'Avian Houston13Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders
- AssistsCenker Evran3Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders
- ReboundsBryson Wheatfall8Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders
- PointsRob Lee Jr.24Lamar Cardinals
- AssistsRob Lee Jr.2Lamar Cardinals
- ReboundsAndrew Holifield8Lamar Cardinals
Recent form
Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders
Last 10: 5-5Streak L169.7 scored · 69.1 allowed per game2-3 at home
- L78-84at LSU New Orleans PrivateersFeb 10
- W83-76at Nicholls ColonelsFeb 7
- L69-71vs Incarnate Word CardinalsFeb 3
- 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
Lamar Cardinals
Last 10: 4-5-1Streak L267.1 scored · 64.6 allowed per game1-2 away
- L68-70vs Northwestern State DemonsFeb 10
- L74-84at Stephen F. Austin LumberjacksFeb 7
- 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
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 | Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 19-48 | 23-52 |
| Field goal % | 40 | 44 |
| Three-pointers | 2-11 | 6-15 |
| Three-point % | 18 | 40 |
| Free throws | 23-27 | 24-35 |
| Free throw % | 85 | 69 |
| Rebounds | 30 | 32 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 22 | 23 |
| Assists | 5 | 15 |
| Steals | 5 | 13 |
| Blocks | 4 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 15 | 7 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 8 | 19 |
| Fast-break points | 11 | 11 |
| Points in the paint | 28 | 32 |
| Fouls | 23 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 24 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 3 | 94 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half37-48Rob Lee Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half37-49D'Avian Houston makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half37-52Mason Gibson makes 25-foot three point jumper (Cenker Evran assists)
- 2nd Half37-53Cenker Evran makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half39-53Braden East makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half39-54Bryson Wheatfall makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half39-55Bryson Wheatfall makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half39-57D'Avian Houston makes driving layup
- 2nd Half41-57King-Njhsanni Wilhite makes driving layup
- 2nd Half42-57Andrew Holifield makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half43-57Andrew Holifield makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half43-59Franck Yetna makes layup (Kam Parker assists)
- 2nd Half44-59Rob Lee Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-59Rob Lee Jr. makes 10-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half48-59Errol White makes layup (Eian Lowe assists)
- 2nd Half50-59Rob Lee Jr. makes driving layup
- 2nd Half51-59Rob Lee Jr. makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half51-60Mason Gibson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-61Daniel Michelini-Jackson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-62Daniel Michelini-Jackson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-63Cenker Evran makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-63Rob Lee Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half53-65Cenker Evran makes layup (D'Avian Houston assists)
- 2nd Half55-65Braden East makes 5-foot dunk (Rob Lee Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half55-66Sheldon Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-66Rob Lee Jr. makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half58-67Sheldon Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-68Sheldon Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-68Rob Lee Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-68Rob Lee Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-70Sheldon Williams makes driving layup
- 2nd Half60-71Sheldon Williams makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half61-71Eian Lowe makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-72Cenker Evran makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-73Cenker Evran makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-74Daniel Michelini-Jackson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-75Daniel Michelini-Jackson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-75Andrew Holifield makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-75Andrew Holifield makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-76D'Avian Houston makes free throw 1 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders, below favours Lamar Cardinals.
Venue
- Hilliard CenterCorpus Christi, TX
- Attendance1511
- OfficialsAndre Crawford, Kevin Boone, David Howard
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