McNeese Cowboys Defeat Lumberjacks 76-59
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 5:00 PM ET · Townsley Law Arena
McNeese Cowboys 76, Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks 59, 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 Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks?
McNeese Cowboys beat Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks 76-59 at Townsley Law Arena on March 11, 2026.
Who was favored in McNeese Cowboys vs Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks?
McNeese Cowboys were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -162 (about 62% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the McNeese Cowboys defeated the Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks 76-59 at the Townsley Law Arena. This victory is significant as both teams entered the game with identical records of 28-5, making it a crucial contest in the context of the NCAAB season. The Cowboys showcased their strength with an impressive performance, extending their winning streak to eight games, while the Lumberjacks fell short, marking a disappointing end to their own three-game winning streak.
The recent form of both teams highlighted their competitiveness leading into this game. The Lumberjacks had a record of 9-1 over their last ten games, averaging 73.6 points scored and allowing 66.6 points. Their last five games showed a slight dip, with an average of 73.4 points scored and 67.4 points allowed. In contrast, the Cowboys also boasted a 9-1 record in their last ten games, but with a stronger defensive showing, allowing only 63.1 points per game while scoring an average of 73.6 points. Their last five games reflected an even more dominant performance, with an average of 72.2 points scored and 62.8 points allowed.
When comparing home and away records, the Lumberjacks had a home record of 5-1 and an away record of 4-0 in their last ten games. The Cowboys, on the other hand, had a home record of 4-0 and an away record of 5-1. This game was particularly notable as the Lumberjacks had previously defeated the Cowboys 67-60 at home on February 3, 2026. However, the Cowboys had won three of the last four meetings overall, indicating a shift in momentum leading into this game.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but both teams were expected to be at full strength for this critical matchup. The betting market had McNeese favored by 3.5 points according to DraftKings, with a total set at 134.5. The odds reflected the Cowboys' recent form and their ability to perform well on the road.
The game conditions were typical for a late-season college basketball matchup, with both teams eager to secure a strong position heading into the postseason. The atmosphere at the Townsley Law Arena was charged, as fans anticipated a closely contested battle.
As the game unfolded, the Cowboys quickly established control, with Larry Johnson making significant contributions, including a free throw and a dunk in the second half. The Lumberjacks struggled to keep pace, and despite efforts from players like Ahamed Mohammed and Kam Burton, they could not close the gap. The final score of 76-59 underscored the Cowboys' dominance in this matchup, as they effectively utilized their scoring depth and defensive prowess to secure the victory.
Overall, this game served as a reminder of the competitive nature of college basketball, with both teams demonstrating their capabilities throughout the season. The Cowboys' victory not only solidified their position but also provided a crucial confidence boost as they head into the final stretch of the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | MCN -3.5 | 134.5 o -110 / u -110 | McNeese Cowboys -162 · Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks +136 |
Leaders
- PointsKeon Thompson18Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks
- AssistsKeon Thompson3Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks
- ReboundsJerald Colonel9Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks
- PointsJavohn Garcia31McNeese Cowboys
- AssistsGarwey Dual6McNeese Cowboys
- ReboundsYanis Ndjonga7McNeese Cowboys
Recent form
Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks
Last 10: 9-1Streak W373.6 scored · 66.6 allowed per game5-1 at home
- W60-58vs Texas A&M-Corpus Christi IslandersMar 10
- W76-68at Incarnate Word CardinalsMar 3
- W77-56at Houston Christian HuskiesFeb 28
- L73-77vs LSU New Orleans PrivateersFeb 24
- W81-78vs Nicholls ColonelsFeb 21
- W78-68at Texas A&M-Corpus Christi IslandersFeb 17
- W66-57at UT Rio Grande Valley VaquerosFeb 14
- W74-70vs East Texas A&M LionsFeb 10
- W84-74vs Lamar CardinalsFeb 7
- W67-60vs McNeese CowboysFeb 3
McNeese Cowboys
Last 10: 9-1Streak W873.6 scored · 63.1 allowed per game5-1 away
- W75-65at Nicholls ColonelsMar 3
- W66-63at LSU New Orleans PrivateersFeb 28
- W75-68vs UT Rio Grande Valley VaquerosFeb 24
- W70-54vs Texas A&M-Corpus Christi IslandersFeb 22
- W75-64at Northwestern State DemonsFeb 17
- W97-54at East Texas A&M LionsFeb 14
- W73-69vs Houston Christian HuskiesFeb 10
- W81-64vs Incarnate Word CardinalsFeb 7
- L60-67at Stephen F. Austin LumberjacksFeb 3
- W64-63at Lamar CardinalsFeb 1
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 | Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 28-54 | 19-51 |
| Field goal % | 52 | 37 |
| Three-pointers | 9-18 | 5-21 |
| Three-point % | 50 | 24 |
| Free throws | 11-12 | 16-19 |
| Free throw % | 92 | 84 |
| Rebounds | 37 | 24 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 27 | 17 |
| Assists | 14 | 10 |
| Steals | 9 | 5 |
| Blocks | 7 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 3 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 12 | 13 |
| Fast-break points | 13 | 4 |
| Points in the paint | 32 | 22 |
| Fouls | 13 | 11 |
| Largest lead | 24 | 0 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 93 | 0 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half40-23Javohn Garcia makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half40-25Keon Thompson makes layup
- 1st Half42-25Javohn Garcia makes 13-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half42-27Jerald Colonel makes 2-foot dunk (Keon Thompson assists)
- 2nd Half43-27Larry Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half44-27Larry Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half44-29Keon Thompson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half44-30Keon Thompson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half44-31Keon Thompson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half46-31Javohn Garcia makes 8-foot jumper
- 2nd Half48-31Javohn Garcia makes 7-foot dunk (Tyshawn Archie assists)
- 2nd Half48-32Keon Thompson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-32Garwey Dual makes driving layup
- 2nd Half50-34Keon Thompson makes 19-foot jumper
- 2nd Half52-34Larry Johnson makes 5-foot alley oop dunk (Tyshawn Archie assists)
- 2nd Half54-34Larry Johnson makes 3-foot dunk (Tyshawn Archie assists)
- 2nd Half54-36Keon Thompson makes 12-foot jumper
- 2nd Half57-36Tyshawn Archie makes 25-foot three point jumper (Garwey Dual assists)
- 2nd Half57-39Narit Chotikavanic makes 22-foot three point jumper (Keon Thompson assists)
- 2nd Half59-39Yanis Ndjonga makes layup (Tyshawn Archie assists)
- 2nd Half59-41Lateef Patrick makes driving layup (Narit Chotikavanic assists)
- 2nd Half59-43Jerald Colonel makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half61-43Tyshawn Archie makes layup
- 2nd Half64-43Tyshawn Archie makes 28-foot three point jumper (Garwey Dual assists)
- 2nd Half67-43Larry Johnson makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jerrell Colbert assists)
- 2nd Half67-46Narit Chotikavanic makes 24-foot three point jumper (Chrishawn Christmas assists)
- 2nd Half67-48Jerald Colonel makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half69-48Javohn Garcia makes 13-foot jumper
- 2nd Half69-50Ahamed Mohammed makes layup (Jerald Colonel assists)
- 2nd Half69-51Lateef Patrick makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half69-52Lateef Patrick makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half71-52Tyshawn Archie makes 9-foot jumper (Garwey Dual assists)
- 2nd Half72-52Larry Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-52Larry Johnson makes 1-foot dunk (Tyshawn Archie assists)
- 2nd Half74-55Ahamed Mohammed makes 25-foot three point jumper (Lateef Patrick assists)
- 2nd Half74-57Kam Burton makes 9-foot jumper (Marcus Scurry assists)
- 2nd Half75-57Garwey Dual makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-57Garwey Dual makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-58Kam Burton makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-59Kam Burton makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks, below favours McNeese Cowboys.
Venue
- Townsley Law ArenaLake Charles, LA
- Attendance5272
- OfficialsGarrick Shannon, Bharat Ramnanan, Stephen Orkus Jr
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