Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Defeats Northwestern State 71-59
Saturday, February 28, 2026, 6:30 PM ET · Hilliard Center
Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders 71, Northwestern State Demons 59, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Northwestern State Demons vs Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders?
Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders beat Northwestern State Demons 71-59 at Hilliard Center on February 28, 2026.
Who was favored in Northwestern State Demons vs Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders?
Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -245 (about 71% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders secured a 71-59 victory over the Northwestern State Demons at the Hilliard Center. This win marks a significant achievement for the Islanders, who improved their overall record to 17-14, while the Demons fell to 10-21.
The Islanders entered this game with a mixed recent form, holding a record of 5-5 in their last ten games, but they were riding a one-game winning streak after their recent victory against the SE Louisiana Lions, where they won 73-68. Over their last five games, Texas A&M-Corpus Christi averaged 69.8 points scored while allowing 72.6 points per game. At home, they had a record of 2-3 in their last five outings and an overall home record of 10-6 for the season.
On the other hand, Northwestern State had a recent record of 4-6 in their last ten games, with a current two-game winning streak after defeating the Incarnate Word Cardinals and the Houston Christian Huskies. Their last five games saw them average 65.6 points scored and 62.2 points allowed. Away from home, they struggled with a record of 1-3 in their last four games, contributing to an overall away record of 4-11.
In terms of their previous meetings, Texas A&M-Corpus Christi had faced Northwestern State three times in the past two seasons, holding a 1-2 record against them. Their previous encounters included a close 78-79 loss on January 10, 2026, and another narrow defeat of 63-66 on March 10, 2025. The Islanders had previously won against the Demons 73-64 on January 14, 2025.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Texas A&M-Corpus Christi favored by 5.5 points, with a total set at 134.5. The odds indicated a home moneyline of -245.0 for the Islanders and +200.0 for the Demons, reflecting the expectation of a competitive game, but ultimately favoring the Islanders.
The game conditions were typical for a late February matchup, with both teams looking to solidify their standings as the season neared its conclusion. Fans were treated to an exciting display of basketball, with the Islanders showcasing their offensive capabilities. Key moments included a series of free throws and three-point shots that helped Texas A&M-Corpus Christi maintain their lead throughout the game.
In the second half, the scoring plays highlighted the Islanders' ability to capitalize on free throws and crucial three-point shots, with Chip Brunt and Landyn Jumawan making significant contributions. The Demons fought hard, but ultimately could not close the gap, as their scoring fell short against the Islanders' steady performance.
Overall, this game served as a testament to Texas A&M-Corpus Christi's resilience and ability to perform under pressure, while Northwestern State will need to reassess their strategy moving forward as they continue to seek improvement in their season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | AMCC -5.5 | 134.5 o -105 / u -115 | Northwestern State Demons +200 · Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders -245 |
Leaders
- PointsSheldon Williams14Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders
- AssistsD'Avian Houston4Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders
- ReboundsFranck Yetna7Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders
- PointsIzzy Miles14Northwestern State Demons
- AssistsMicah Thomas3Northwestern State Demons
- ReboundsWillie Williams7Northwestern State Demons
Recent form
Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders
Last 10: 5-5Streak W170.8 scored · 71.6 allowed per game2-3 at home
- W73-68at SE Louisiana LionsFeb 24
- L54-70at McNeese CowboysFeb 22
- L68-78vs Stephen F. Austin LumberjacksFeb 17
- W76-63vs Lamar CardinalsFeb 14
- L78-84at LSU New Orleans PrivateersFeb 10
- W83-76at Nicholls ColonelsFeb 7
- L69-71vs Incarnate Word CardinalsFeb 3
- W73-71vs Houston Christian HuskiesJan 31
- L55-64vs UT Rio Grande Valley VaquerosJan 27
- W79-71at Incarnate Word CardinalsJan 24
Northwestern State Demons
Last 10: 4-6Streak W263.3 scored · 64.2 allowed per game1-3 away
- W54-49vs Incarnate Word CardinalsFeb 24
- W71-53vs Houston Christian HuskiesFeb 21
- L64-75vs McNeese CowboysFeb 17
- W69-66vs SE Louisiana LionsFeb 14
- W70-68at Lamar CardinalsFeb 10
- L48-52at East Texas A&M LionsFeb 7
- L68-74vs East Texas A&M LionsFeb 5
- L58-61vs Nicholls ColonelsFeb 3
- L64-75at LSU New Orleans PrivateersJan 31
- L67-69at Stephen F. Austin LumberjacksJan 27
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 | Northwestern State Demons | Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 18-46 | 25-56 |
| Field goal % | 39 | 45 |
| Three-pointers | 6-12 | 9-22 |
| Three-point % | 50 | 41 |
| Free throws | 17-21 | 12-19 |
| Free throw % | 81 | 63 |
| Rebounds | 33 | 32 |
| Offensive rebounds | 7 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 26 | 22 |
| Assists | 9 | 13 |
| Steals | 3 | 8 |
| Blocks | 3 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 5 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 5 | 18 |
| Fast-break points | 11 | 7 |
| Points in the paint | 22 | 28 |
| Fouls | 14 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 6 | 20 |
| Lead changes | 6 | 6 |
| Time in front | 29 | 62 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half30-29Izzy Miles makes layup (Chris Mubiru assists)
- 2nd Half32-29Willie Williams makes layup
- 2nd Half32-31Sheldon Williams makes layup
- 2nd Half35-31Micah Thomas makes 26-foot three point jumper (CJ Larry assists)
- 2nd Half35-34Nick Shogbonyo makes 26-foot three point jumper (Sheldon Williams assists)
- 2nd Half36-34Micah Thomas makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half37-34Micah Thomas makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half37-37Nick Shogbonyo makes 25-foot three point jumper (Franck Yetna assists)
- 2nd Half37-40Franck Yetna makes 25-foot three point jumper (Daniel Michelini-Jackson assists)
- 2nd Half37-41Nick Shogbonyo makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half37-42Nick Shogbonyo makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half37-44Sheldon Williams makes layup
- 2nd Half37-45Nick Shogbonyo makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half39-45Izzy Miles makes 20-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half39-48Franck Yetna makes 25-foot three point jumper (Nick Shogbonyo assists)
- 2nd Half39-50Franck Yetna makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half39-53Daniel Michelini-Jackson makes 24-foot three point jumper (D'Avian Houston assists)
- 2nd Half39-54D'Avian Houston makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half39-55D'Avian Houston makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half41-55Izzy Miles makes driving layup
- 2nd Half42-55Izzy Miles makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half42-58Daniel Michelini-Jackson makes 26-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half44-58J.C. Riley Jr. makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half44-60Nick Shogbonyo makes 15-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half44-62Cenker Evran makes layup (Sheldon Williams assists)
- 2nd Half46-62Izzy Miles makes driving layup
- 2nd Half47-62Chip Brunt makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-62Chip Brunt makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-65Mason Gibson makes 25-foot three point jumper (Daniel Michelini-Jackson assists)
- 2nd Half48-67Sheldon Williams makes layup (D'Avian Houston assists)
- 2nd Half48-68Sheldon Williams makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half49-68Izzy Miles makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-68Izzy Miles makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-68Kordrick Turner makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-68Kordrick Turner makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-69Cenker Evran makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-69Chip Brunt makes 26-foot three point jumper (CJ Larry assists)
- 2nd Half58-69Landyn Jumawan makes 23-foot three point jumper (Chip Brunt assists)
- 2nd Half58-71Kam Parker makes driving layup
- 2nd Half59-71CJ Larry makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders, below favours Northwestern State Demons.
Venue
- Hilliard CenterCorpus Christi, TX
- Attendance2118
- OfficialsHenry Howard, Chris Balunek, Eric Kronebusch
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