McNeese Cowboys Defeat Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders 72-62
Tuesday, November 25, 2025, 5:00 PM ET · John Gray Gymnasium
McNeese Cowboys 72, Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders 62, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders vs McNeese Cowboys?
McNeese Cowboys beat Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders 72-62 at John Gray Gymnasium on November 25, 2025.
Who was favored in Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders vs McNeese Cowboys?
McNeese Cowboys were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -485 (about 83% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the McNeese Cowboys secured a 72-62 victory over the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders at John Gray Gymnasium. This win extends the Cowboys' impressive home record to 7-0 and showcases their strong performance this season. McNeese now boasts a 6-1 overall record, while Middle Tennessee falls to 4-4.
The Cowboys have been in excellent form, winning nine of their last ten games, with a current streak of three consecutive victories. They have averaged an impressive 91.5 points per game while allowing only 65.5 points over this stretch. Their recent games include a notable win against the George Washington Revolutionaries, where they triumphed 92-86 just two days prior to this matchup. In contrast, the Blue Raiders have struggled recently, holding a record of 6-4 in their last ten games, with their most recent outing resulting in a loss to the same George Washington team, where they fell 79-92.
At home, McNeese has proven to be a formidable opponent, maintaining a perfect 6-0 record. Their scoring average at home is particularly impressive, with 101.2 points per game in their last five home contests. Conversely, Middle Tennessee's away record stands at 1-3, indicating their challenges when playing outside their home venue.
This game also highlighted the injury situation for both teams, although the block does not specify any players affected. The absence of key players can often influence a team's performance, but both teams appeared to field their strongest lineups.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Cowboys favored by 9.5 points, with a total set at 147.5. This reflects the confidence in McNeese's ability to perform at home, as well as the expectation of a moderately high-scoring game.
Conditions during the game were typical for a late November evening, with no specific weather-related factors influencing play, given that it was held indoors.
As the game progressed, the Cowboys maintained control, with significant contributions from players like Tyshawn Archie and Carl Cherenfant, who both made crucial free throws in the second half to solidify the lead. The Blue Raiders attempted to rally late in the game, highlighted by Alec Oglesby's three-point jumper, but ultimately fell short.
Viewers should note the Cowboys' strong offensive strategy and their ability to capitalize on free throw opportunities, as they consistently converted from the line during critical moments of the game. This victory not only boosts McNeese's confidence but also sets a tone for their upcoming fixtures as the season progresses.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | MCN -9.5 | 147.5 o -115 / u -105 | Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders +370 · McNeese Cowboys -485 |
Leaders
- PointsJavohn Garcia26McNeese Cowboys
- AssistsTyshawn Archie2McNeese Cowboys
- ReboundsCarl Cherenfant10McNeese Cowboys
- PointsKamari Lands18Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders
- AssistsSean Smith4Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders
- ReboundsTorey Alston9Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders
Recent form
McNeese Cowboys
Last 10: 9-1Streak W391.5 scored · 65.5 allowed per game6-0 at home
- W92-86at George Washington RevolutionariesNov 23
- W88-62vs Louisiana Ragin' CajunsNov 15
- W132-50vs College of Biblical Studies AmbassadorsNov 11
- L67-79at Santa Clara BroncosNov 8
- W127-65vs Champion Christian TigersNov 4
- W63-54vs Lamar CardinalsMar 12
- W83-64vs Northwestern State DemonsMar 11
- W95-64at Stephen F. Austin LumberjacksMar 4
- W68-66at Lamar CardinalsMar 2
- W100-65vs UT Rio Grande Valley VaquerosFeb 25
Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders
Last 10: 6-4Streak L182 scored · 73.1 allowed per game1-2 away
- L79-92vs George Washington RevolutionariesNov 24
- W90-87vs Murray State RacersNov 24
- L61-86at Michigan WolverinesNov 19
- W77-72at Evansville Purple AcesNov 13
- W109-56vs Webster GorloksNov 9
- W100-51vs Milligan BuffaloesNov 5
- L68-70at Jacksonville State GamecocksMar 14
- W77-75vs Louisiana Tech BulldogsMar 14
- W78-56vs Florida International PanthersMar 8
- L81-86vs Liberty FlamesMar 7
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty | 26-8 | - | 17-3 |
| Sam Houston | 22-12 | 4 | 13-7 |
| Louisiana Tech | 20-14 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Western Kentucky | 18-14 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Middle Tennessee | 17-15 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Kennesaw State | 21-14 | 7 | 10-10 |
| Jacksonville State | 15-17 | 7 | 10-10 |
| New Mexico State | 16-16 | 9 | 8-12 |
| Missouri State | 16-18 | 9 | 8-12 |
| Florida International | 15-17 | 9 | 8-12 |
| UTEP | 11-20 | 8 | 7-13 |
| Delaware | 10-21 | 11 | 6-14 |
| 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 | Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders | McNeese Cowboys |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 22-52 | 22-58 |
| Field goal % | 42 | 38 |
| Three-pointers | 10-22 | 5-19 |
| Three-point % | 45 | 26 |
| Free throws | 8-14 | 23-25 |
| Free throw % | 57 | 92 |
| Rebounds | 31 | 38 |
| Offensive rebounds | 14 | 18 |
| Defensive rebounds | 17 | 20 |
| Assists | 14 | 7 |
| Steals | 3 | 4 |
| Blocks | 4 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 6 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 9 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 3 | 4 |
| Points in the paint | 12 | 30 |
| Fouls | 21 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 11 | 11 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half40-34Kamari Lands made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Torey Alston.
- 2nd Half40-36Javohn Garcia made Layup.
- 2nd Half42-36Jahvin Carter made Jumper.
- 2nd Half43-36Jahvin Carter made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half43-38Tyshawn Archie made Layup.
- 2nd Half45-38Luka Jovanovic made Layup. Assisted by Sean Smith.
- 2nd Half47-38Jahvin Carter made Jumper.
- 2nd Half47-40Peitok Machar made Layup. Assisted by Carl Cherenfant.
- 2nd Half48-40Alec Oglesby made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-43Javohn Garcia made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Garwey Dual.
- 2nd Half48-44Javohn Garcia made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-45Javohn Garcia made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-47Carl Cherenfant made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half48-48Carl Cherenfant made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-48Torey Alston made Dunk.
- 2nd Half50-50Garwey Dual made Layup.
- 2nd Half53-50Alec Oglesby made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Sean Smith.
- 2nd Half53-53Javohn Garcia made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tyshawn Archie.
- 2nd Half53-55Javohn Garcia made Layup.
- 2nd Half53-57Jerrell Colbert made Layup. Assisted by Garwey Dual.
- 2nd Half53-58Javohn Garcia made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-59Javohn Garcia made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-60Jerrell Colbert made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-60Sean Smith made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-60Torey Alston made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-61Carl Cherenfant made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-62Carl Cherenfant made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-64Garwey Dual made Layup.
- 2nd Half55-65Javohn Garcia made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-66Javohn Garcia made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-66Sean Smith made Jumper.
- 2nd Half57-67DJ Richards Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-68DJ Richards Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-68Alec Oglesby made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jahvin Carter.
- 2nd Half60-69Tyshawn Archie made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-70Tyshawn Archie made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-70Sean Smith made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half62-70Sean Smith made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half62-71Carl Cherenfant made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half62-72Carl Cherenfant made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours McNeese Cowboys, below favours Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders.
Venue
- John Gray GymnasiumGeorge Town, Cayman Islands
- OfficialsDoug Shows, Tony Chiazza, Eric Curry
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- Men's NCAA basketball 2026-27 Way-Too-Early Top 25 rankings
- Transfers, recruits and roster moves for key men's NCAA basketball teams
- Michigan 5-star freshman Brandon McCoy Jr. (knee) to miss season
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