Texas State Bobcats Edge Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns 59-54
Wednesday, January 14, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · Strahan Arena at the University Events Center
Texas State Bobcats 59, Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns 54, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns vs Texas State Bobcats?
Texas State Bobcats beat Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns 59-54 at Strahan Arena at the University Events Center on January 14, 2026.
Who was favored in Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns vs Texas State Bobcats?
Texas State Bobcats were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -440 (about 81% implied). The favorite won.
In a closely contested matchup, the Texas State Bobcats secured a narrow victory over the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns with a final score of 59-54. The game took place at Strahan Arena at the University Events Center, showcasing the Bobcats' ability to grind out a win despite recent struggles.
The Bobcats entered this game with a home record of 10-9, while the Ragin' Cajuns were struggling significantly with an away record of 4-15. Texas State had a recent form of 3-7 over their last ten games, including a two-game losing streak prior to this matchup. They averaged 73.7 points scored per game but allowed an average of 80.0 points, indicating defensive vulnerabilities. In their last five games, they scored an average of 76.6 points while allowing 81.4 points.
On the other hand, Louisiana also faced challenges, with a record of 3-7 in their last ten games and a single loss in their most recent outing. They averaged 63.5 points scored and allowed 68.4 points during this stretch, which reflects a more defensively oriented approach compared to Texas State. Their last five games saw them scoring an average of 68.6 points while allowing 72.0 points.
Historically, the matchup between these two teams has been competitive, with the Bobcats and Ragin' Cajuns each winning one game in their previous two meetings during the 2025 season. Texas State won their first encounter 89-74 while Louisiana claimed victory in the second meeting 70-61.
In terms of injuries, the block does not specify any players missing for either team, which suggests both squads were at full strength for this critical game.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, favored Texas State with a spread of -8.5, indicating expectations for a comfortable win. The total for the game was set at 133.5, with odds for the over at -112 and the under at -108. The money line reflected a strong belief in a Bobcats victory, priced at -440, while the Ragin' Cajuns were listed at +340.
As for the game conditions, the atmosphere at Strahan Arena was charged, with fans eager to see if Texas State could break their losing streak. The final moments of the game were particularly intense, with scoring plays that highlighted the competitive nature of the contest. Robert Fields was instrumental for Texas State, contributing key points in the second half, including a dunk that pushed the score to 59-51. The Ragin' Cajuns fought back, with Dorian Finister hitting a three-pointer to bring the game closer at 59-54, but they could not complete the comeback.
Overall, this fixture was significant not only for the immediate implications on the standings but also for the momentum it could provide Texas State as they aim to improve their season record. The Bobcats' ability to secure a win despite recent struggles may serve as a turning point, while Louisiana will need to reassess their approach moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | TXST -8.5 | 133.5 o -112 / u -108 | Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns +340 · Texas State Bobcats -440 |
Leaders
- PointsKaden Gumbs18Texas State Bobcats
- AssistsJaelyn Lee4Texas State Bobcats
- ReboundsDJ Hall14Texas State Bobcats
- PointsDorian Finister18Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns
- AssistsDe'Vion Lavergne2Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns
- ReboundsTodd Jones Jr.6Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns
Recent form
Texas State Bobcats
Last 10: 3-7Streak L273.7 scored · 80 allowed per game2-2 at home
- L82-83at Arkansas State Red WolvesJan 10
- L70-80at Southern Miss Golden EaglesJan 9
- W84-79at UL Monroe WarhawksJan 3
- L80-100at Troy TrojansDec 31
- W67-65vs South Alabama JaguarsDec 20
- L70-89vs Arkansas State Red WolvesDec 18
- W86-83vs Southern JaguarsDec 11
- L72-77at Rice OwlsDec 4
- L74-78vs Lehigh Mountain HawksNov 29
- L52-66at Seattle U RedhawksNov 28
Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns
Last 10: 3-7Streak L163.5 scored · 68.4 allowed per game1-3 away
- L70-90vs Troy TrojansJan 10
- W85-79vs UL Monroe WarhawksJan 9
- L67-74vs Southern Miss Golden EaglesJan 3
- L58-63vs South Alabama JaguarsDec 31
- W63-54vs Norfolk State SpartansDec 28
- W76-62at UL Monroe WarhawksDec 20
- L54-62at Southern Miss Golden EaglesDec 19
- L44-65at Louisiana Tech BulldogsDec 13
- L63-70vs UNC Wilmington SeahawksDec 6
- L55-65at Lamar CardinalsDec 4
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Troy | 22-12 | - | 12-6 |
| South Alabama | 21-12 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Arkansas State | 20-12 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Texas State | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Marshall | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Coastal Carolina | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| App State | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| James Madison | 18-15 | 3 | 9-9 |
| Southern Miss | 19-16 | 3 | 9-9 |
| Georgia Southern | 21-16 | 4 | 8-10 |
| Old Dominion | 12-21 | 5 | 7-11 |
| Louisiana | 11-22 | 5 | 7-11 |
| Georgia State | 10-22 | 5 | 7-11 |
| UL Monroe | 4-28 | 11 | 1-17 |
Box score
| Stat | Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns | Texas State Bobcats |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 17-48 | 25-50 |
| Field goal % | 35 | 50 |
| Three-pointers | 7-19 | 3-7 |
| Three-point % | 37 | 43 |
| Free throws | 13-19 | 6-10 |
| Free throw % | 68 | 60 |
| Rebounds | 24 | 35 |
| Offensive rebounds | 5 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 19 | 28 |
| Assists | 5 | 14 |
| Steals | 7 | 6 |
| Blocks | 5 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 13 | 15 |
| Fast-break points | 9 | 13 |
| Points in the paint | 16 | 38 |
| Fouls | 10 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 1 | 13 |
| Lead changes | 4 | 4 |
| Time in front | 6 | 83 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half14-23Dorian Finister makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half15-23Dorian Finister makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half15-25Franck Emmou makes 17-foot turnaround jump shot
- 1st Half15-27Kaden Gumbs makes layup (Jaelyn Lee assists)
- 1st Half16-27Jaxon Olvera makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half16-29Tay Knox makes layup (Kaden Gumbs assists)
- 1st Half19-29Jaxon Olvera makes 24-foot three point jumper (Mike Collins assists)
- 1st Half21-29Mike Collins makes 13-foot jumper
- 1st Half22-29Mike Collins makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half22-31DJ Hall makes layup
- 2nd Half22-33Kaden Gumbs makes layup
- 2nd Half24-33Dorian Finister makes driving layup
- 2nd Half27-33Dorian Finister makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jaxon Olvera assists)
- 2nd Half30-33Karris Bilal makes 24-foot three point jumper (De'Vion Lavergne assists)
- 2nd Half32-33De'Vion Lavergne makes layup
- 2nd Half33-33Dorian Finister makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half33-36Kaden Gumbs makes 27-foot three point jumper (Franck Emmou assists)
- 2nd Half36-36De'Vion Lavergne makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half37-36Karris Bilal makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half37-38DJ Hall makes layup
- 2nd Half37-40Robert Fields makes layup (Franck Emmou assists)
- 2nd Half38-40Dorian Finister makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half39-40Dorian Finister makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half39-42Jalen Bolden makes 17-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half39-44Kaden Gumbs makes layup (Jalen Bolden assists)
- 2nd Half39-47Franck Emmou makes 25-foot three point jumper (Robert Fields assists)
- 2nd Half39-49DJ Hall makes layup
- 2nd Half41-49Mike Collins makes layup
- 2nd Half41-50DJ Hall makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half43-50De'Vion Lavergne makes layup
- 2nd Half43-52DJ Hall makes 6-foot jumper (Kaden Gumbs assists)
- 2nd Half45-52Dorian Finister makes layup
- 2nd Half45-54Robert Fields makes layup (DJ Hall assists)
- 2nd Half46-54De'Vion Lavergne makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-54Jaxon Olvera makes 11-foot jumper
- 2nd Half51-54Milan Mejia makes 26-foot three point jumper (De'Vion Lavergne assists)
- 2nd Half51-55Robert Fields makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-57Robert Fields makes 3-foot dunk (DJ Hall assists)
- 2nd Half51-59Kaden Gumbs makes 1-foot dunk (Kyndall Davis assists)
- 2nd Half54-59Dorian Finister makes 24-foot three point jumper
Win probability
Above the line favours Texas State Bobcats, below favours Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns.
Venue
- Strahan Arena at the University Events CenterSan Marcos, TX
- Attendance1103
- OfficialsRyan Christian, Michael Swoboda, Jon Tjon-Joe-Pin
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