UT Rio Grande Valley Defeats Northwestern State 74-62
Monday, March 2, 2026, 7:30 PM ET · UTRGV Fieldhouse
UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros 74, Northwestern State Demons 62, 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 UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros?
UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros beat Northwestern State Demons 74-62 at UTRGV Fieldhouse on March 2, 2026.
Who was favored in Northwestern State Demons vs UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros?
UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -550 (about 85% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros secured a 74-62 victory over the Northwestern State Demons at the UTRGV Fieldhouse. This win marks an important moment for the Vaqueros, who improved their season record to 19-13, while the Demons fell to 10-22. The game showcased the Vaqueros' strong performance, particularly at home, where they have been formidable this season.
The Vaqueros entered the game with an impressive home record of 18-13 and had been on a strong run, winning eight of their last ten games, including a recent victory against East Texas A&M Lions, where they won 63-55. Their scoring average during this stretch was 78.5 points per game, while allowing 68.9. The home team had a notable last five games record of 3-2, with an average of 70.8 points scored and 67.2 allowed. In contrast, the Demons have struggled throughout the season, finishing with a 10-21 record. Their recent form included four wins in their last ten games, but they were on a downward trend, losing their last game against Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders 59-71. The Demons averaged 62.5 points scored and 64.4 allowed in their recent ten-game stretch.
When considering home and away performances, the Vaqueros have excelled at home, boasting a 3-1 record in their last four home games. The Demons, however, have struggled significantly on the road, with only one win in their last four away games. This disparity in form was evident in the matchup, as the Vaqueros managed to control the game effectively.
Historically, the Vaqueros faced challenges against the Demons, having lost their previous two meetings. In their last encounter on January 13, 2026, the Vaqueros lost narrowly 63-64. However, this time they turned the tables decisively. The odds from DraftKings favored the Vaqueros significantly, with a spread of -9.5 and a moneyline of -550, indicating strong market confidence in their ability to win.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any key players missing from either side, suggesting both teams were at full strength for this important matchup. The game conditions were not detailed, but the home advantage likely played a role in the Vaqueros' performance.
Throughout the game, viewers were treated to a variety of scoring plays. Notable moments included Izzy Miles making a free throw and a three-pointer, while Willie Williams contributed with a dunk and several assists. The Vaqueros' ability to execute plays effectively in the second half allowed them to maintain a lead and ultimately secure the victory.
The final score of 74-62 reflects the Vaqueros' dominance, particularly in the second half, where they outscored the Demons and showcased their offensive capabilities. With this win, the Vaqueros not only improved their standings but also gained valuable momentum heading into the closing stages of the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | RGV -9.5 | 139.5 o -112 / u -108 | Northwestern State Demons +410 · UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros -550 |
Leaders
- PointsKoree Cotton21UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros
- AssistsJaylen Washington8UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros
- ReboundsKoree Cotton7UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros
- PointsWillie Williams18Northwestern State Demons
- AssistsMicah Thomas6Northwestern State Demons
- ReboundsWillie Williams11Northwestern State Demons
Recent form
UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros
Last 10: 8-2Streak W178.5 scored · 68.9 allowed per game3-1 at home
- W63-55vs East Texas A&M LionsFeb 28
- L68-75at McNeese CowboysFeb 24
- W96-75at SE Louisiana LionsFeb 21
- W70-65vs Lamar CardinalsFeb 17
- L57-66vs Stephen F. Austin LumberjacksFeb 14
- W92-72at Nicholls ColonelsFeb 10
- W95-76at LSU New Orleans PrivateersFeb 7
- W74-57vs Houston Christian HuskiesFeb 3
- W106-93at Incarnate Word CardinalsJan 31
- W64-55at Texas A&M-Corpus Christi IslandersJan 27
Northwestern State Demons
Last 10: 4-6Streak L162.5 scored · 64.4 allowed per game1-3 away
- L59-71at Texas A&M-Corpus Christi IslandersFeb 28
- 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
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 | UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 23-48 | 29-59 |
| Field goal % | 48 | 49 |
| Three-pointers | 3-10 | 9-23 |
| Three-point % | 30 | 39 |
| Free throws | 13-22 | 7-10 |
| Free throw % | 59 | 70 |
| Rebounds | 34 | 31 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 26 | 24 |
| Assists | 14 | 16 |
| Steals | 4 | 7 |
| Blocks | 2 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 13 | 16 |
| Fast-break points | 11 | 7 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 38 |
| Fouls | 15 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 5 | 15 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 5 | 92 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half27-36Filip Brankovic makes layup (Jaylen Washington assists)
- 1st Half29-36Micah Thomas makes 20-foot pullup jump shot
- 1st Half29-39Koree Cotton makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jaylen Washington assists)
- 1st Half30-39Izzy Miles makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half30-42Jaylen Washington makes 25-foot three point jumper (Filip Brankovic assists)
- 2nd Half33-42Landyn Jumawan makes 23-foot three point jumper (CJ Larry assists)
- 2nd Half35-42Chris Mubiru makes layup (Willie Williams assists)
- 2nd Half35-44Koree Cotton makes layup
- 2nd Half36-44Willie Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half37-44Willie Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half39-44Willie Williams makes layup (CJ Larry assists)
- 2nd Half41-44Willie Williams makes layup
- 2nd Half41-46Kwo Agwa makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half41-47Kwo Agwa makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half42-47Izzy Miles makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half43-47Izzy Miles makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half43-49Koree Cotton makes layup (Always Wright assists)
- 2nd Half43-51Always Wright makes layup
- 2nd Half43-53Koree Cotton makes 1-foot dunk
- 2nd Half43-55Filip Brankovic makes layup (Jaylen Washington assists)
- 2nd Half45-55Micah Thomas makes 17-foot jumper (Willie Williams assists)
- 2nd Half45-57Koree Cotton makes layup
- 2nd Half45-58Koree Cotton makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half47-58Willie Williams makes layup (Chris Mubiru assists)
- 2nd Half48-58Micah Thomas makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half49-58Micah Thomas makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half49-59Jaylen Washington makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half49-60Jaylen Washington makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-60Izzy Miles makes 24-foot three point jumper (Micah Thomas assists)
- 2nd Half52-62Kwo Agwa makes layup (Jaylen Washington assists)
- 2nd Half52-65Koree Cotton makes 26-foot three point jumper (Julien Gomez assists)
- 2nd Half52-67Jaylen Washington makes layup
- 2nd Half53-67Izzy Miles makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-67Izzy Miles makes 25-foot three point jumper (Willie Williams assists)
- 2nd Half58-67Willie Williams makes 2-foot dunk (Chip Brunt assists)
- 2nd Half58-69Jaylen Washington makes driving layup
- 2nd Half60-69Chip Brunt makes layup
- 2nd Half60-71Marvin McGhee III makes layup
- 2nd Half62-71Micah Thomas makes layup
- 2nd Half62-74Koree Cotton makes 23-foot three pointer
Win probability
Above the line favours UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros, below favours Northwestern State Demons.
Venue
- UTRGV FieldhouseEdinburg, TX
- Attendance1717
- OfficialsRodrick Dixon, Garrick Shannon, David Howard
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