NCAAB · Final

Lumberjacks Edge Colonels in Thrilling Finish

Saturday, February 21, 2026, 6:00 PM ET · William R. Johnson Coliseum

Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks 81, Nicholls Colonels 78, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Nicholls Colonels vs Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks?

Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks beat Nicholls Colonels 81-78 at William R. Johnson Coliseum on February 21, 2026.

Who was favored in Nicholls Colonels vs Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks?

Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1000 (about 91% implied). The favorite won.

In a closely contested matchup, the Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks triumphed over the Nicholls Colonels with a final score of 81-78 at the William R. Johnson Coliseum. This game was significant as it showcased the Lumberjacks' impressive home record of 25-3 against a struggling Colonels team that ended the season with an 11-17 record. The Lumberjacks entered the game on a ten-game winning streak, having won their last five games with an average of 73.8 points scored and 65.8 points allowed. In contrast, the Colonels had a record of 3-7 over their last ten games and were on a one-game losing streak, averaging 70.5 points scored and 77.2 points allowed during that stretch.

The matchup was marked by the Lumberjacks' strong performance at home, where they boasted a perfect 5-0 record in their last five home games. Meanwhile, the Colonels struggled on the road with a home record of 0-5 and an away record of 3-2. This disparity in performance made the game particularly compelling, as the Lumberjacks aimed to maintain their dominance at home against a Colonels team that had previously lost to them 79-62 earlier in the season.

In terms of head-to-head meetings, the Lumberjacks had a record of 1-2 against the Colonels in their last three encounters. Their previous games included a significant loss for the Lumberjacks on March 1, 2025, where they fell 70-94 at home, and two earlier contests in the 2025 season where the Colonels emerged victorious.

Injuries did not play a notable role in the game, as both teams appeared to be at full strength. The betting market had the Lumberjacks as heavy favorites, with DraftKings setting the spread at -12.5 and the money line for the Lumberjacks at -1000. The total for the game was set at 147.5, with over odds at -112.0 and under odds at -108.0, reflecting expectations of a competitive matchup.

The game conditions were conducive to a high-energy performance, with both teams looking to capitalize on their respective strengths. The Lumberjacks utilized their home court advantage effectively, while the Colonels sought to disrupt their rhythm. As the game progressed, the tension mounted, culminating in a series of critical scoring plays in the second half. Lateef Patrick made a layup to bring the Colonels within six points at 77-71, followed by Jaylen Searles' layup that further narrowed the gap to 73-77. Free throws by Sincere Malone tied the game at 78-78, setting the stage for a dramatic finish.

Ultimately, the Lumberjacks secured their victory with a floating jump shot from Jerald Colonel, assisted by Keon Thompson, bringing the score to 80-78. Lateef Patrick's final free throw sealed the Lumberjacks' win at 81-78, affirming their dominance at home and extending their winning streak.

Overall, this game highlighted the Lumberjacks' resilience and ability to perform under pressure, while the Colonels demonstrated their fighting spirit despite their recent struggles. The matchup served as a reminder of the unpredictability of college basketball, making it a thrilling fixture for fans and a testament to the competitive nature of the NCAAB.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	SFA -12.5	147.5 o -112 / u -108	Nicholls Colonels +650 · Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks -1000

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Leaders

PointsLateef Patrick20Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks
AssistsKeon Thompson9Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks
ReboundsJerald Colonel7Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks
PointsZee Hamoda24Nicholls Colonels
AssistsTrae English6Nicholls Colonels
ReboundsZee Hamoda5Nicholls Colonels

Recent form

Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks

Last 10: 10-0Streak W1077.4 scored · 67.6 allowed per game5-0 at home

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
W85-58vs SE Louisiana LionsJan 31
W69-67vs Northwestern State DemonsJan 27
W88-81at Lamar CardinalsJan 24
W79-62at Nicholls ColonelsJan 20
W84-79at LSU New Orleans PrivateersJan 17

Nicholls Colonels

Last 10: 3-7Streak L170.5 scored · 77.2 allowed per game3-2 away

L68-72at Houston Christian HuskiesFeb 17
W91-83at Incarnate Word CardinalsFeb 14
L72-92vs UT Rio Grande Valley VaquerosFeb 10
L76-83vs Texas A&M-Corpus Christi IslandersFeb 7
W61-58at Northwestern State DemonsFeb 3
W72-68at East Texas A&M LionsJan 31
L62-80vs LSU New Orleans PrivateersJan 27
L61-67at SE Louisiana LionsJan 24
L62-79vs Stephen F. Austin LumberjacksJan 20
L80-90vs Lamar CardinalsJan 17

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	Nicholls Colonels	Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks
Field goals	28-52	28-59
Field goal %	54	47
Three-pointers	13-26	13-33
Three-point %	50	39
Free throws	9-11	12-18
Free throw %	82	67
Rebounds	24	34
Offensive rebounds	3	12
Defensive rebounds	21	22
Assists	16	18
Steals	5	9
Blocks	1	3
Turnovers	13	10
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	16	15
Fast-break points	10	6
Points in the paint	30	26
Fouls	18	14
Largest lead	6	11
Lead changes	7	7
Time in front	11	83

How the scoring went

2nd Half43-45Zee Hamoda makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half45-45Trae English makes layup
2nd Half45-46Keon Thompson makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half45-47Keon Thompson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half45-48Keon Thompson makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half45-49Keon Thompson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half45-51Keon Thompson makes driving layup (Ahamed Mohammed assists)
2nd Half47-51Jaylen Searles makes layup (Christian Winborne assists)
2nd Half48-51Jaylen Searles makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half48-53Christian Green makes driving layup (Keon Thompson assists)
2nd Half48-56Keon Thompson makes 25-foot three point jumper (Narit Chotikavanic assists)
2nd Half48-57Christian Green makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half48-59Gediminas Alisas makes layup (Lateef Patrick assists)
2nd Half51-59Zee Hamoda makes 25-foot three point jumper (Trae English assists)
2nd Half54-59Jalik Dunkley makes 23-foot three point jumper (Trae English assists)
2nd Half54-61Chrishawn Christmas makes 4-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half54-63Narit Chotikavanic makes driving layup
2nd Half56-63Trae English makes driving layup
2nd Half58-63Christian Winborne makes 11-foot turnaround jump shot
2nd Half60-63Zee Hamoda makes driving layup
2nd Half60-65Lateef Patrick makes driving layup (Keon Thompson assists)
2nd Half60-66Lateef Patrick makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half60-67Lateef Patrick makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half62-67Sincere Malone makes driving layup
2nd Half62-69Lateef Patrick makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half62-71Ahamed Mohammed makes layup
2nd Half62-72Ahamed Mohammed makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half64-72Sincere Malone makes driving layup
2nd Half66-72Zee Hamoda makes driving layup
2nd Half66-75Narit Chotikavanic makes 24-foot three point jumper (Keon Thompson assists)
2nd Half69-75Sincere Malone makes 27-foot three point jumper (Zee Hamoda assists)
2nd Half71-75Zee Hamoda makes driving layup (Trae English assists)
2nd Half71-77Lateef Patrick makes layup
2nd Half73-77Jaylen Searles makes layup
2nd Half73-78Lateef Patrick makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half76-78Trae English makes 26-foot three point jumper
2nd Half77-78Sincere Malone makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half78-78Sincere Malone makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half78-80Jerald Colonel makes 9-foot floating jump shot (Keon Thompson assists)
2nd Half78-81Lateef Patrick makes free throw 2 of 2

Win probability

Above the line favours Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks, below favours Nicholls Colonels.