Coastal Carolina Edges Marshall in Close Contest
Saturday, February 21, 2026, 1:00 PM ET · The HTC Center
Coastal Carolina Chanticleers 79, Marshall Thundering Herd 75, 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 Marshall Thundering Herd vs Coastal Carolina Chanticleers?
Coastal Carolina Chanticleers beat Marshall Thundering Herd 79-75 at The HTC Center on February 21, 2026.
Who was favored in Marshall Thundering Herd vs Coastal Carolina Chanticleers?
Marshall Thundering Herd were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -148 (about 60% implied). The underdog won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers defeated the Marshall Thundering Herd 79-75 at The HTC Center on February 21, 2026. This victory is particularly noteworthy as it marks a significant win for Coastal Carolina, who had previously lost to Marshall in their last two encounters. The Chanticleers' win brings their season record to 18-12, while Marshall falls to 18-11.
Coastal Carolina entered the game with a home record of 17-12 and a recent form of 7-3 over their last ten games, although they were on a one-game losing streak after a narrow defeat to the James Madison Dukes just two days prior. In that game, they lost 65-67, showcasing a scoring average of 74.6 points while allowing 72.0 points per game during this stretch. Their last five games saw them average 75.4 points scored and 74.4 points allowed, indicating a competitive offensive and defensive effort.
On the other hand, Marshall came into the game with a strong away record of 18-11, having won seven of their last ten games and riding a two-game winning streak. Their recent performances included a high-scoring affair against the App State Mountaineers, which they won 94-93. Marshall's scoring average over their last ten games was 83.1 points, with an average of 78.5 points allowed. However, their last five games revealed a concerning trend, as they averaged 84.0 points scored but allowed a staggering 88.6 points.
The matchup was also significant in terms of their head-to-head history. Coastal Carolina had struggled against Marshall in their previous meetings, holding a record of 1-2 in the last three encounters. The last meeting before this game was on January 15, 2026, where Coastal Carolina managed to secure an 85-83 victory, showcasing their ability to compete against Marshall.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but the absence of key players can often influence the dynamics of such close games. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Marshall favored by 2.5 points, with a total set at 153.5 points for the game. The odds reflected the competitive nature of the matchup, with Coastal Carolina's money line at +124 and Marshall's at -148.
The conditions at The HTC Center were conducive to a high-energy game, and the crowd was treated to a thrilling contest. As the game progressed, key moments included crucial scoring plays such as Jalen Speer's late free throws and a dunk by Nadjrick Peat that helped maintain Coastal Carolina's lead. The final moments saw Coastal Carolina managing to hold off Marshall's attempts to close the gap, ultimately sealing their victory.
Fans watching the game were likely focused on the performance of key players, particularly those involved in the scoring plays that defined the match's outcome. The Chanticleers' ability to execute under pressure and their resilience in the face of a strong Marshall squad were on full display, making this game a memorable encounter in the NCAAB season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | MRSH -2.5 | 153.5 o -112 / u -108 | Marshall Thundering Herd -148 · Coastal Carolina Chanticleers +124 |
Leaders
- PointsRasheed Jones29Coastal Carolina Chanticleers
- AssistsJoshua Beadle3Coastal Carolina Chanticleers
- ReboundsNadjrick Peat13Coastal Carolina Chanticleers
- PointsJalen Speer39Marshall Thundering Herd
- AssistsJalen Speer2Marshall Thundering Herd
- ReboundsShamarrie Hugie9Marshall Thundering Herd
Recent form
Coastal Carolina Chanticleers
Last 10: 7-3Streak L174.6 scored · 72 allowed per game3-2 at home
- L65-67vs James Madison DukesFeb 19
- W69-65at Louisiana Ragin' CajunsFeb 13
- W94-91vs Massachusetts MinutemenFeb 7
- L66-70vs Arkansas State Red WolvesFeb 5
- W83-79at UL Monroe WarhawksFeb 1
- L48-53at South Alabama JaguarsJan 30
- W85-67vs Southern Miss Golden EaglesJan 24
- W72-70vs Texas State BobcatsJan 23
- W79-75at Georgia Southern EaglesJan 17
- W85-83at Marshall Thundering HerdJan 15
Marshall Thundering Herd
Last 10: 7-3Streak W283.1 scored · 78.5 allowed per game3-2 away
- W94-93at App State MountaineersFeb 19
- W84-80vs South Alabama JaguarsFeb 17
- L87-101at Georgia Southern EaglesFeb 15
- W81-79at Old Dominion MonarchsFeb 12
- L74-90vs Miami (OH) RedHawksFeb 7
- W81-77vs Southern Miss Golden EaglesFeb 5
- W70-61at Arkansas State Red WolvesJan 31
- L68-72at Texas State BobcatsJan 29
- W115-60vs UL Monroe WarhawksJan 22
- W77-72vs James Madison DukesJan 17
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 | Marshall Thundering Herd | Coastal Carolina Chanticleers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 27-71 | 24-61 |
| Field goal % | 38 | 39 |
| Three-pointers | 5-20 | 7-23 |
| Three-point % | 25 | 30 |
| Free throws | 16-18 | 24-34 |
| Free throw % | 89 | 71 |
| Rebounds | 42 | 47 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 16 |
| Defensive rebounds | 29 | 31 |
| Assists | 8 | 7 |
| Steals | 8 | 6 |
| Blocks | 5 | 10 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 2 | 2 |
| Technical fouls, total | 2 | 2 |
| Flagrant fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 19 | 8 |
| Fast-break points | 16 | 9 |
| Points in the paint | 32 | 24 |
| Fouls | 22 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 14 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 99 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half44-55Noah Otshudi makes layup (Jalen Speer assists)
- 2nd Half47-55Jalen Speer makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half47-57AJ Dancler makes 14-foot jumper
- 2nd Half47-59Rasheed Jones makes 16-foot jumper
- 2nd Half48-59Jalen Speer makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half49-59Jalen Speer makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-59Shamarrie Hugie makes layup
- 2nd Half51-60Rasheed Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-61Rasheed Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-61Bryce Slay makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-61Bryce Slay makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-63Rasheed Jones makes 18-foot jumper
- 2nd Half55-63Noah Otshudi makes 15-foot jumper
- 2nd Half55-64Rasheed Jones makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half55-65Rasheed Jones makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half55-66Rasheed Jones makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half58-66Landen Joseph makes 24-foot three point jumper (Bryce Slay assists)
- 2nd Half58-67Nadjrick Peat makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-68Nadjrick Peat makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-69Nadjrick Peat makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-71Tristan Thompson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half60-71Jalen Speer makes layup
- 2nd Half61-71Jalen Speer makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half62-71Jalen Speer makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-71Jalen Speer makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-72Rasheed Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-73Rasheed Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-73Jalen Speer makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half65-73Jalen Speer makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half66-73Jalen Speer makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half66-74Nadjrick Peat makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-74Jalen Speer makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-74Jalen Speer makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-76Nadjrick Peat makes 4-foot dunk (Joshua Beadle assists)
- 2nd Half71-76Jalen Speer makes 28-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half71-77Rasheed Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-78Rasheed Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-78Landen Joseph makes layup
- 2nd Half75-78Jalen Speer makes layup
- 2nd Half75-79Joshua Beadle makes free throw 1 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Coastal Carolina Chanticleers, below favours Marshall Thundering Herd.
Venue
- The HTC CenterConway, SC
- Attendance2140
- OfficialsDonta Carter, Dan Powers, Jon Pierre
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