Le Moyne Dolphins Edge Mercyhurst Lakers 58-57
Thursday, February 12, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Ted Grant Court
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Quick answers
Who won Mercyhurst Lakers vs Le Moyne Dolphins?
Le Moyne Dolphins beat Mercyhurst Lakers 58-57 at Ted Grant Court on February 12, 2026.
Who was favored in Mercyhurst Lakers vs Le Moyne Dolphins?
Le Moyne Dolphins were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -148 (about 60% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Le Moyne Dolphins narrowly defeated the Mercyhurst Lakers with a final score of 58-57 at Ted Grant Court. This game was significant as both teams were looking to improve their standings in the NCAAB league, with Le Moyne entering the contest with a home record of 13-13 and Mercyhurst at 12-14 overall. The Dolphins have been showing a solid performance at home, boasting a recent record of 6-4 in their last ten games, while the Lakers also held a respectable 6-4 record in the same span.
Le Moyne's recent form has been characterized by a scoring average of 72.2 points per game while allowing 70.2 points over the last ten games. Their last five games have seen them average 73.2 points scored, but they have also allowed an average of 77.0 points. Conversely, Mercyhurst has been scoring an average of 68.0 points while allowing only 64.1 points in their recent ten-game stretch. Their last five games have yielded an average of 71.0 points scored and 66.4 points allowed. This contrast in scoring averages set the stage for a compelling matchup.
Historically, the two teams have faced each other three times in the last two seasons, with Le Moyne holding a 1-2 record against Mercyhurst. Their most recent encounter on January 4, 2026, ended in a loss for Le Moyne, with a score of 60-74. However, they had previously defeated the Lakers 79-63 at home in January 2025, showcasing their ability to perform well on their home court.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but any absence of key players could have influenced the game dynamics. The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had Le Moyne favored by 2.5 points, with a total set at 138.5 points. The home moneyline was listed at -148.0, while Mercyhurst's moneyline stood at 124.0. This indicates a slight edge for the Dolphins, which was reflected in their performance as they managed to secure the win.
The game conditions appeared favorable for a competitive atmosphere, with both teams eager to secure a victory. As the game progressed, key moments included a series of scoring plays in the second half that kept fans on the edge of their seats. Notably, Bernie Blunt III made a driving layup to cut the deficit, while Tennessee Rainwater contributed with crucial free throws. Jake Lemelman and Trent Mosquera also made significant contributions, with Mosquera's layup giving Le Moyne a narrow lead late in the game.
Viewers should have watched for the back-and-forth scoring in the second half, particularly the late-game execution from both teams. The final moments were tense, with Sean Lang hitting a three-pointer for Mercyhurst, bringing them within one point. Ultimately, Le Moyne's ability to hold onto their slim lead secured them the victory, demonstrating their resilience in a closely fought contest.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | LEM -2.5 | 138.5 o -110 / u -110 | Mercyhurst Lakers +124 · Le Moyne Dolphins -148 |
Leaders
- PointsShilo Jackson28Le Moyne Dolphins
- AssistsEli Greenberg4Le Moyne Dolphins
- ReboundsTrent Mosquera10Le Moyne Dolphins
- PointsBernie Blunt III14Mercyhurst Lakers
- AssistsBernie Blunt III2Mercyhurst Lakers
- ReboundsQadir Martin9Mercyhurst Lakers
Recent form
Le Moyne Dolphins
Last 10: 6-4Streak W172.2 scored · 70.2 allowed per game4-2 at home
- W86-84vs Saint Francis Red WolvesFeb 7
- L78-79at Wagner SeahawksFeb 6
- L54-65vs Stonehill SkyhawksJan 31
- L61-83at Long Island University SharksJan 30
- W87-74at Fairleigh Dickinson KnightsJan 26
- W69-67vs Wagner SeahawksJan 24
- W83-77vs Long Island University SharksJan 19
- W72-57at Chicago State CougarsJan 17
- L59-69vs Central Connecticut Blue DevilsJan 10
- W73-47vs New Haven ChargersJan 9
Mercyhurst Lakers
Last 10: 6-4Streak L168 scored · 64.1 allowed per game2-3 away
- L52-55at Fairleigh Dickinson KnightsFeb 7
- W98-89vs Saint Francis Red WolvesFeb 6
- L74-78at Chicago State CougarsJan 31
- W70-51vs New Haven ChargersJan 30
- W61-59vs Chicago State CougarsJan 25
- W61-57at New Haven ChargersJan 23
- W79-61vs Central Connecticut Blue DevilsJan 19
- L57-62vs Stonehill SkyhawksJan 17
- W70-69at Wagner SeahawksJan 10
- L58-60at Long Island University SharksJan 9
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Long Island University | 24-11 | - | 15-3 |
| Central Connecticut | 18-12 | 3 | 12-6 |
| Mercyhurst | 17-17 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Le Moyne | 15-17 | 5 | 10-8 |
| New Haven | 14-17 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Wagner | 14-17 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Stonehill | 12-21 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Fairleigh Dickinson | 11-21 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Saint Francis | 7-24 | 10 | 5-13 |
| Chicago State | 7-25 | 10 | 5-13 |
Box score
| Stat | Mercyhurst Lakers | Le Moyne Dolphins |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 21-64 | 23-53 |
| Field goal % | 33 | 43 |
| Three-pointers | 6-26 | 2-16 |
| Three-point % | 23 | 13 |
| Free throws | 9-11 | 10-18 |
| Free throw % | 82 | 56 |
| Rebounds | 34 | 44 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 26 | 35 |
| Assists | 9 | 14 |
| Steals | 11 | 4 |
| Blocks | 2 | 0 |
| Turnovers | 6 | 18 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 16 | 8 |
| Fast-break points | 12 | 10 |
| Points in the paint | 24 | 36 |
| Fouls | 20 | 13 |
| Largest lead | 9 | 11 |
| Lead changes | 9 | 9 |
| Time in front | 37 | 53 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half25-18Deng Garang makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half25-20Trevor Roe makes layup (Tennessee Rainwater assists)
- 1st Half27-20Deshaun Jackson Jr. makes 8-foot pullup jump shot
- 1st Half27-23Jakob Blakley makes 23-foot three point jumper (Shilo Jackson assists)
- 1st Half28-23Jake Lemelman makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half29-23Jake Lemelman makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half29-25Tennessee Rainwater makes 2-foot dunk
- 2nd Half29-28Trent Mosquera makes 24-foot three point jumper (Shilo Jackson assists)
- 2nd Half29-30Jakob Blakley makes driving layup
- 2nd Half29-31Jakob Blakley makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half31-31Deshaun Jackson Jr. makes 9-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half31-33Shilo Jackson makes layup (Deng Garang assists)
- 2nd Half31-34Shilo Jackson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half33-34Jake Lemelman makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half35-34Qadir Martin makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half35-36Deng Garang makes layup (Eli Greenberg assists)
- 2nd Half35-38Shilo Jackson makes layup (Trent Mosquera assists)
- 2nd Half35-39Shilo Jackson makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half35-41Shilo Jackson makes 19-foot jumper
- 2nd Half35-43Shilo Jackson makes layup (Tennessee Rainwater assists)
- 2nd Half35-44Shilo Jackson makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half35-46Tennessee Rainwater makes layup (Shilo Jackson assists)
- 2nd Half37-46Sean Lang makes layup
- 2nd Half39-46Bernie Blunt III makes driving layup
- 2nd Half39-48Tennessee Rainwater makes driving layup
- 2nd Half40-48Mykolas Ivanauskas makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half42-48Christian Gamble makes driving layup (Bernie Blunt III assists)
- 2nd Half42-50Shilo Jackson makes layup (Deng Garang assists)
- 2nd Half44-50Bernie Blunt III makes 15-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half44-52Shilo Jackson makes 17-foot jumper (Eli Greenberg assists)
- 2nd Half44-54Eli Greenberg makes driving layup
- 2nd Half47-54Bernie Blunt III makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half49-54Bernie Blunt III makes driving layup
- 2nd Half50-54Bernie Blunt III makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-54Bernie Blunt III makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-55Tennessee Rainwater makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-56Tennessee Rainwater makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-56Jake Lemelman makes 22-foot three point jumper (Deshaun Jackson Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half54-58Trent Mosquera makes layup
- 2nd Half57-58Sean Lang makes 23-foot three point jumper (Deshaun Jackson Jr. assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Le Moyne Dolphins, below favours Mercyhurst Lakers.
Venue
- Ted Grant CourtSyracuse, NY
- Attendance578
- OfficialsRobert Riley, Tyler Sandmann, Robert Riley Jr.
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