Detroit Mercy Titans Edge Milwaukee Panthers in Thrilling Finish
Friday, February 20, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Calihan Hall
Detroit Mercy Titans 91, Milwaukee Panthers 86, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Milwaukee Panthers vs Detroit Mercy Titans?
Detroit Mercy Titans beat Milwaukee Panthers 91-86 at Calihan Hall on February 20, 2026.
Who was favored in Milwaukee Panthers vs Detroit Mercy Titans?
Milwaukee Panthers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -118 (about 54% implied). The underdog won.
In a closely contested game, the Detroit Mercy Titans triumphed over the Milwaukee Panthers with a final score of 91-86. This matchup, held at Calihan Hall, showcased the Titans' ability to secure a crucial victory as they continue their pursuit of a strong finish to the season.
The Titans entered the game with a home record of 13-13, having won six of their last ten games, including a two-game winning streak. Their recent form has seen them average 79.0 points scored while allowing 79.5 points per game. In their last five outings, they recorded an impressive average of 76.4 points scored and 72.0 points allowed. Detroit Mercy's ability to score consistently has been a key factor in their recent success, particularly at home, where they have a 3-2 record in their last five games.
On the other hand, the Milwaukee Panthers, with an overall record of 11-18, have struggled recently, winning only three of their last ten games. They also come into this matchup on a two-game winning streak, averaging 73.2 points scored and allowing 79.4 points during this stretch. Their last five games have seen them average 76.0 points scored and 78.6 points allowed, indicating a slight improvement but still showing vulnerability on defense.
Historically, the Titans and Panthers have faced each other three times in the past two seasons, with the Titans holding a 1-2 record against Milwaukee. Their most recent encounter prior to this game was on February 5, 2026, where Detroit Mercy secured a convincing 76-63 victory. In the previous two matchups, however, the Panthers had bested the Titans, winning 89-67 and 64-56 in earlier meetings.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details regarding player availability for either team. However, both sides would have been keen to field their strongest lineups for this important game.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Milwaukee favored by 1.5 points, with a total set at 153.5. The odds reflected a competitive matchup, indicating that the game was expected to be closely contested.
Conditions in Calihan Hall were typical for a basketball game, with no unusual factors reported that would have significantly impacted play. Fans were treated to an exciting atmosphere as both teams fought hard for every point.
As the game progressed, the Titans displayed resilience, particularly in the closing moments. Key plays included Stevie Elam's layup that brought the score to 87-81 in favor of Detroit Mercy, followed by crucial free throws from TJ Nadeau and Orlando Lovejoy, sealing the victory for the Titans. The Panthers fought back valiantly, with Elam also contributing significantly to Milwaukee's scoring efforts, but ultimately fell short.
This game not only highlights the competitive spirit of both teams but also sets the stage for their respective paths as the season moves forward. The Titans will look to build on this momentum, while the Panthers will need to regroup and address their defensive lapses as they prepare for their next challenges.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | MILW -1.5 | 153.5 o -108 / u -112 | Milwaukee Panthers -118 · Detroit Mercy Titans -102 |
Leaders
- PointsTJ Nadeau25Detroit Mercy Titans
- AssistsOrlando Lovejoy4Detroit Mercy Titans
- ReboundsLegend Geeter8Detroit Mercy Titans
- PointsStevie Elam22Milwaukee Panthers
- AssistsJosh Dixon5Milwaukee Panthers
- ReboundsFaizon Fields8Milwaukee Panthers
Recent form
Detroit Mercy Titans
Last 10: 6-4Streak W279 scored · 79.5 allowed per game3-2 at home
- W76-70vs Youngstown State PenguinsFeb 15
- W77-74at Wright State RaidersFeb 13
- L63-76at Green Bay PhoenixFeb 7
- W76-63at Milwaukee PanthersFeb 5
- W90-77vs Northern Kentucky NorseJan 31
- L87-95vs Oakland Golden GrizzliesJan 24
- L76-83vs Purdue Fort Wayne MastodonsJan 22
- W80-77at IU Indianapolis JaguarsJan 17
- L71-96at Northern Kentucky NorseJan 16
- W94-84vs Cleveland State VikingsJan 11
Milwaukee Panthers
Last 10: 3-7Streak W273.2 scored · 79.4 allowed per game2-3 away
- W75-72vs Green Bay PhoenixFeb 15
- W92-88at IU Indianapolis JaguarsFeb 10
- L62-67at Northern Kentucky NorseFeb 7
- L63-76vs Detroit Mercy TitansFeb 5
- L88-90vs Cleveland State VikingsFeb 1
- L69-76vs Wright State RaidersJan 31
- W65-64at Youngstown State PenguinsJan 24
- L76-88at Robert Morris ColonialsJan 23
- L82-100at Purdue Fort Wayne MastodonsJan 18
- L60-73vs Oakland Golden GrizzliesJan 16
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wright State | 23-12 | - | 15-5 |
| Robert Morris | 22-11 | 2 | 13-7 |
| Green Bay | 18-15 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Detroit Mercy | 17-15 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Oakland | 16-16 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Purdue Fort Wayne | 17-15 | 4 | 11-9 |
| Northern Kentucky | 20-14 | 5 | 10-10 |
| Youngstown State | 15-17 | 7 | 8-12 |
| Milwaukee | 12-20 | 7 | 8-12 |
| Cleveland State | 11-22 | 9 | 6-14 |
| IU Indianapolis | 7-25 | 12 | 3-17 |
Box score
| Stat | Milwaukee Panthers | Detroit Mercy Titans |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 33-65 | 30-56 |
| Field goal % | 51 | 54 |
| Three-pointers | 11-26 | 10-21 |
| Three-point % | 42 | 48 |
| Free throws | 9-19 | 21-26 |
| Free throw % | 47 | 81 |
| Rebounds | 33 | 32 |
| Offensive rebounds | 14 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 19 | 23 |
| Assists | 17 | 13 |
| Steals | 6 | 5 |
| Blocks | 7 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 16 | 9 |
| Fast-break points | 4 | 14 |
| Points in the paint | 42 | 26 |
| Fouls | 19 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 9 | 10 |
| Lead changes | 6 | 6 |
| Time in front | 25 | 67 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half55-55Sekou Konneh makes layup (Josh Dixon assists)
- 2nd Half55-57Orlando Lovejoy makes layup
- 2nd Half58-57Amar Augillard makes 27-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half60-57Amar Augillard makes layup
- 2nd Half60-59Orlando Lovejoy makes layup
- 2nd Half60-61Orlando Lovejoy makes 20-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half60-64TJ Nadeau makes 27-foot three point jumper (Tyler Spratt assists)
- 2nd Half62-64Amar Augillard makes driving layup
- 2nd Half62-67Legend Geeter makes 23-foot three point jumper (Lance Stone assists)
- 2nd Half62-70TJ Nadeau makes 24-foot three point jumper (Orlando Lovejoy assists)
- 2nd Half62-72Orlando Lovejoy makes 19-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half64-72Sekou Konneh makes 9-foot jumper
- 2nd Half66-72Chandler Jackson makes 11-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half68-72Chandler Jackson makes 16-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half68-73Tyler Spratt makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-74Tyler Spratt makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-76London Maiden makes 6-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half69-76Chandler Jackson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-76Chandler Jackson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-77Orlando Lovejoy makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-78Orlando Lovejoy makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-78Faizon Fields makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-78Faizon Fields makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-78Stevie Elam makes 24-foot three point jumper (Isaiah Dorceus assists)
- 2nd Half75-80Legend Geeter makes 12-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half78-80Stevie Elam makes 23-foot three point jumper (Isaiah Dorceus assists)
- 2nd Half78-81Legend Geeter makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half78-82Legend Geeter makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half79-82Stevie Elam makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half79-85TJ Nadeau makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half79-86Orlando Lovejoy makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half79-87Orlando Lovejoy makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half81-87Stevie Elam makes layup
- 2nd Half81-88TJ Nadeau makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half81-89TJ Nadeau makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half83-89Stevie Elam makes layup
- 2nd Half85-89Stevie Elam makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half86-89Stevie Elam makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half86-90Orlando Lovejoy makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half86-91Orlando Lovejoy makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Detroit Mercy Titans, below favours Milwaukee Panthers.
Venue
- Calihan HallDetroit, MI
- Attendance1213
- OfficialsJohn Floyd, Jermaine Rogers, Luke Schumer
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