Mercyhurst Lakers Defeat Saint Francis Red Wolves 94-79
Saturday, February 14, 2026, 2:00 PM ET · DeGol Arena
Mercyhurst Lakers 94, Saint Francis Red Wolves 79, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Mercyhurst Lakers vs Saint Francis Red Wolves?
Mercyhurst Lakers beat Saint Francis Red Wolves 94-79 at DeGol Arena on February 14, 2026.
Who was favored in Mercyhurst Lakers vs Saint Francis Red Wolves?
Mercyhurst Lakers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -135 (about 57% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup at DeGol Arena, the Mercyhurst Lakers triumphed over the Saint Francis Red Wolves with a final score of 94-79. This game was notable as it marked the third meeting between the two teams in the current season, with Mercyhurst having won two of the three encounters, including their previous matchup just over a week earlier, where they also emerged victorious with a score of 98-89.
Entering the game, the Saint Francis Red Wolves had a home record of 6-20, while the Mercyhurst Lakers stood at 13-14 overall. The Red Wolves struggled significantly in their recent form, holding a record of 2-7-1 in their last ten games and currently on a five-game losing streak. During this stretch, they averaged 67.3 points scored per game but allowed an average of 69.7 points, indicating defensive vulnerabilities. Their last five games saw them average 75.2 points scored but allowed a concerning 82.2 points, further highlighting their defensive issues.
In contrast, the Mercyhurst Lakers had a more favorable recent record of 6-4 in their last ten games, although they were also on a two-game losing streak before this matchup. They averaged 67.9 points scored per game while allowing only 63.9 points, showcasing a stronger defensive performance compared to their opponents. The Lakers' last five games averaged 70.2 points scored and 66.2 points allowed, indicating a more balanced performance.
At home, the Red Wolves had a record of 2-2 in their last four games, while their away record was a troubling 0-5. The Lakers, on the other hand, had a commendable home record of 4-1 in their last five games, which contributed to their overall success this season. The matchup's odds provided by DraftKings showed Mercyhurst favored by 2.5 points, with a total set at 138.5. The moneyline indicated the home team at +114.0 and the away team at -135.0, reflecting the market's confidence in Mercyhurst's chances.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any player absences, which suggests both teams were at full strength for this encounter. The conditions during the game were not detailed, but the indoor setting of DeGol Arena typically provides a controlled environment for basketball, minimizing external factors.
As the game progressed, the Lakers maintained their lead, bolstered by key plays in the second half. Notable scoring plays included free throws from Bernie Blunt III and layups from Skylar Wicks, which helped solidify their advantage. The final score of 94-79 reflected the Lakers' offensive prowess and ability to capitalize on the Red Wolves' defensive lapses.
This fixture was significant not only for its implications on the standings but also as a reflection of the contrasting fortunes of the two programs this season. With the Lakers continuing to build momentum, the Red Wolves will need to reassess their strategies moving forward to improve their performance in the remaining games.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | MERC -2.5 | 138.5 o -112 / u -108 | Mercyhurst Lakers -135 · Saint Francis Red Wolves +114 |
Leaders
- PointsSkylar Wicks33Saint Francis Red Wolves
- AssistsSkylar Wicks5Saint Francis Red Wolves
- ReboundsSkylar Wicks5Saint Francis Red Wolves
- PointsBernie Blunt III31Mercyhurst Lakers
- AssistsJake Lemelman6Mercyhurst Lakers
- ReboundsBernie Blunt III8Mercyhurst Lakers
Recent form
Saint Francis Red Wolves
Last 10: 2-7-1Streak L567.3 scored · 69.7 allowed per game2-2 at home
- L59-66at Fairleigh Dickinson KnightsFeb 13
- L75-80at Chicago State CougarsFeb 9
- L84-86at Le Moyne DolphinsFeb 7
- L89-98at Mercyhurst LakersFeb 6
- L69-81vs New Haven ChargersFeb 1
- D0-0at New Haven ChargersJan 25
- W81-60vs Chicago State CougarsJan 24
- W63-61vs Stonehill SkyhawksJan 19
- L90-98vs Central Connecticut Blue DevilsJan 17
- L63-67at Long Island University SharksJan 10
Mercyhurst Lakers
Last 10: 6-4Streak L267.9 scored · 63.9 allowed per game2-3 away
- L57-58at Le Moyne DolphinsFeb 13
- 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
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 | Saint Francis Red Wolves |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 35-58 | 26-50 |
| Field goal % | 60 | 52 |
| Three-pointers | 8-21 | 7-15 |
| Three-point % | 38 | 47 |
| Free throws | 16-18 | 20-33 |
| Free throw % | 89 | 61 |
| Rebounds | 34 | 22 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 6 |
| Defensive rebounds | 26 | 16 |
| Assists | 16 | 14 |
| Steals | 7 | 5 |
| Blocks | 3 | 0 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 12 | 9 |
| Fast-break points | 12 | 7 |
| Points in the paint | 48 | 38 |
| Fouls | 20 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 19 | 5 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 89 | 7 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half67-50Skylar Wicks makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half67-51Skylar Wicks makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half67-52Zion Russell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-53Zion Russell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-54Gestin Liberis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-54Bernie Blunt III makes layup
- 2nd Half69-55Gestin Liberis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-56Victor Payne makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-57Victor Payne makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-60Zion Russell makes 26-foot three point jumper (Skylar Wicks assists)
- 2nd Half69-61Ahmad Harrison makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-61Bernie Blunt III makes layup
- 2nd Half71-62Gestin Liberis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half73-62Cameron Johnson makes layup (Bernie Blunt III assists)
- 2nd Half73-64Skylar Wicks makes layup
- 2nd Half75-64Qadir Martin makes layup (Jake Lemelman assists)
- 2nd Half76-64Jake Lemelman makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half77-64Jake Lemelman makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half77-66Zion Russell makes layup (Skylar Wicks assists)
- 2nd Half77-69Skylar Wicks makes 27-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half78-69Bernie Blunt III makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half79-69Bernie Blunt III makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half79-71Skylar Wicks makes layup
- 2nd Half80-71Qadir Martin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half81-71Qadir Martin makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half81-72Skylar Wicks makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half81-73Skylar Wicks makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half83-73Deshaun Jackson Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half86-73Kaden Fuhrmann makes 25-foot three point jumper (Deshaun Jackson Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half86-74Gestin Liberis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half86-75Gestin Liberis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half88-75Qadir Martin makes 7-foot dunk (Deshaun Jackson Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half89-75Bernie Blunt III makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half90-75Bernie Blunt III makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half90-77Zion Russell makes layup (Ahmad Harrison assists)
- 2nd Half91-77Jake Lemelman makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half92-77Jake Lemelman makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half93-77Bernie Blunt III makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half94-77Bernie Blunt III makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half94-79Skylar Wicks makes layup
Win probability
Above the line favours Saint Francis Red Wolves, below favours Mercyhurst Lakers.
Venue
- DeGol ArenaLoretto, PA
- Attendance910
- OfficialsLionel Butler, Aran Hart, John Caputo
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