McNeese Cowboys Dominate East Texas A&M Lions 97-54
Saturday, February 14, 2026, 6:00 PM ET · The Field House
McNeese Cowboys 97, East Texas A&M Lions 54, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won McNeese Cowboys vs East Texas A&M Lions?
McNeese Cowboys beat East Texas A&M Lions 97-54 at The Field House on February 14, 2026.
Who was favored in McNeese Cowboys vs East Texas A&M Lions?
McNeese Cowboys were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1450 (about 94% implied). The favorite won.
The McNeese Cowboys delivered a commanding performance against the East Texas A&M Lions, winning decisively with a final score of 97-54. This game showcased the stark contrast in the teams' seasons, with McNeese boasting a strong away record of 21-5 compared to East Texas A&M's 10-17 home record. The fixture took place at The Field House, where the Lions have struggled throughout the season.
Entering the game, the Cowboys were on an impressive streak, having won eight of their last ten games, including a recent victory over the Houston Christian Huskies on February 10, where they triumphed 73-69. Their average scoring in the last ten games stood at 74.8 points, while they allowed an average of 65.3 points. In contrast, the Lions had a record of 3-5-2 in their last ten outings, with an average of 56.0 points scored and 57.7 points allowed. They were coming off a loss against the Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks, where they fell 70-74.
At home, the Lions had a record of 1-2 in their last three games, while the Cowboys boasted a perfect 5-0 record in their last five home games. The previous meetings between these two teams have heavily favored McNeese, with the Cowboys winning all three encounters in the last two seasons. Notably, the Lions lost to McNeese earlier in the season on December 13, 2025, with a score of 66-102.
In terms of player availability, the block did not provide specific details regarding injuries for either team. However, the Cowboys' depth and overall performance have been significant factors in their success this season. The betting market reflected the Cowboys' dominance, with DraftKings listing them as 13.5-point favorites, indicating a strong expectation for their performance. The total points line was set at 142.5, with odds of -105 for the over and -115 for the under, further emphasizing the anticipated scoring potential of the Cowboys.
The game conditions were standard for February basketball, and viewers were treated to a display of offensive prowess from the Cowboys, particularly in the second half. The scoring plays highlighted the Cowboys' ability to stretch their lead, with notable contributions from players like Garwey Dual, who made a three-point jumper, and Peitok Machar, who consistently found ways to score inside. The Lions struggled to keep pace, ultimately falling short and allowing the Cowboys to run away with the game.
Overall, this matchup underscored the disparity in form and performance between the two teams, with McNeese continuing to solidify their position as a formidable opponent in the league.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | MCN -13.5 | 142.5 o -105 / u -115 | McNeese Cowboys -1450 · East Texas A&M Lions +850 |
Leaders
- PointsRonnie Harrison19East Texas A&M Lions
- AssistsGianni Hunt6East Texas A&M Lions
- ReboundsNoah Pagotto7East Texas A&M Lions
- PointsJavohn Garcia21McNeese Cowboys
- AssistsGarwey Dual5McNeese Cowboys
- ReboundsPeitok Machar9McNeese Cowboys
Recent form
East Texas A&M Lions
Last 10: 3-5-2Streak L156 scored · 57.7 allowed per game1-2 at home
- L70-74at Stephen F. Austin LumberjacksFeb 10
- W52-48vs Northwestern State DemonsFeb 7
- W74-68at Northwestern State DemonsFeb 5
- L85-94vs LSU New Orleans PrivateersFeb 3
- L68-72vs Nicholls ColonelsJan 31
- L61-82at Lamar CardinalsJan 28
- D0-0at Lamar CardinalsJan 27
- D0-0at Northwestern State DemonsJan 24
- W80-58at Incarnate Word CardinalsJan 19
- L70-81at Houston Christian HuskiesJan 17
McNeese Cowboys
Last 10: 8-2Streak W274.8 scored · 65.3 allowed per game3-2 away
- W73-69vs Houston Christian HuskiesFeb 10
- W81-64vs Incarnate Word CardinalsFeb 7
- L60-67at Stephen F. Austin LumberjacksFeb 3
- W64-63at Lamar CardinalsFeb 1
- W76-66at SE Louisiana LionsJan 28
- W82-63vs LSU New Orleans PrivateersJan 24
- W69-53at Texas A&M-Corpus Christi IslandersJan 19
- L76-79at UT Rio Grande Valley VaquerosJan 17
- W94-68vs Nicholls ColonelsJan 13
- W73-61vs SE Louisiana LionsJan 10
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 | McNeese Cowboys | East Texas A&M Lions |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 36-66 | 18-52 |
| Field goal % | 55 | 35 |
| Three-pointers | 14-31 | 6-29 |
| Three-point % | 45 | 21 |
| Free throws | 11-16 | 12-14 |
| Free throw % | 69 | 86 |
| Rebounds | 36 | 29 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 6 |
| Defensive rebounds | 27 | 23 |
| Assists | 19 | 14 |
| Steals | 11 | 1 |
| Blocks | 3 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 4 | 15 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 30 | 7 |
| Fast-break points | 26 | 11 |
| Points in the paint | 36 | 24 |
| Fouls | 13 | 13 |
| Largest lead | 43 | 4 |
| Lead changes | 3 | 3 |
| Time in front | 95 | 3 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half51-34Noah Pagotto makes 3-foot floating jump shot (Ronnie Harrison assists)
- 2nd Half51-36Ronnie Harrison makes driving layup (Damian Garcia assists)
- 2nd Half52-36Larry Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-37Ronnie Harrison makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-38Ronnie Harrison makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-38DJ Richards Jr. makes 23-foot three point jumper (Garwey Dual assists)
- 2nd Half55-40Ronnie Harrison makes 9-foot jumper
- 2nd Half57-40Garwey Dual makes driving layup
- 2nd Half59-40Javohn Garcia makes 16-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half61-40Javohn Garcia makes driving layup
- 2nd Half62-40Peitok Machar makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-40Peitok Machar makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-42Josh Taylor makes layup
- 2nd Half65-42Larry Johnson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half67-42Carl Cherenfant makes 1-foot dunk
- 2nd Half67-44Josh Taylor makes 1-foot dunk (Vinny Sigona assists)
- 2nd Half69-44Peitok Machar makes layup (Garwey Dual assists)
- 2nd Half70-44Peitok Machar makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half73-44DJ Richards Jr. makes 23-foot three point jumper (Carl Cherenfant assists)
- 2nd Half75-44Garwey Dual makes 7-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half77-44Jacolb Fredson-Cole makes 3-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half77-46Ronnie Harrison makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half77-47Ronnie Harrison makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half77-48Ronnie Harrison makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half77-49Ronnie Harrison makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half77-50Ronnie Harrison makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half79-50Jerrell Colbert makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half80-50Jacolb Fredson-Cole makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half81-50Jacolb Fredson-Cole makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half84-50DJ Richards Jr. makes 24-foot three point jumper (Larry Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half86-50Larry Johnson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half88-50Carl Cherenfant makes layup
- 2nd Half88-52Damian Garcia makes layup
- 2nd Half89-52Garwey Dual makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half90-52Garwey Dual makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half90-53Noah Pagotto makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half90-54Noah Pagotto makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half92-54Peitok Machar makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half95-54Garwey Dual makes 25-foot three point jumper (JJ Rembert assists)
- 2nd Half97-54Peitok Machar makes layup (JJ Rembert assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours East Texas A&M Lions, below favours McNeese Cowboys.
Venue
- The Field HouseCommerce, TX
- Attendance502
- OfficialsDanny Chance, Ross Cullins, Beau Melancon
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