Northwestern State Edges SE Louisiana in Close Contest
Saturday, February 14, 2026, 4:30 PM ET · Prather Coliseum
Northwestern State Demons 69, SE Louisiana Lions 66, 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 SE Louisiana Lions vs Northwestern State Demons?
Northwestern State Demons beat SE Louisiana Lions 69-66 at Prather Coliseum on February 14, 2026.
Who was favored in SE Louisiana Lions vs Northwestern State Demons?
Northwestern State Demons were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -112 (about 53% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Northwestern State Demons triumphed over the SE Louisiana Lions with a final score of 69-66. This game showcased the struggles of both teams, as they entered the contest with identical records of 8-18, making this fixture particularly noteworthy in the context of their respective seasons.
Northwestern State's recent form had seen them record a 2-7-1 mark over their last ten games, with an average of 59.3 points scored and 62.0 points allowed. They were coming off a narrow victory against the Lamar Cardinals, winning 70-68 on February 10. Their previous home games had yielded a record of 1-2, while their away record stood at 1-5, reflecting a challenging season overall. However, they managed to snap a losing streak with their latest win, marking a streak of one victory.
On the other side, SE Louisiana had a slightly better recent performance, with a record of 3-7 in their last ten games and an average of 63.2 points scored against 69.2 points allowed. They entered the game on a two-game winning streak, having defeated the Incarnate Word Cardinals 74-62 and the Houston Christian Huskies 55-47 in their last two outings. However, their away record was concerning, as they had not won a game on the road in their last five attempts.
The historical context of this matchup also added intrigue, as Northwestern State had won two of the last three meetings against SE Louisiana. Their most recent encounter took place on December 7, 2025, where Northwestern State secured a 76-68 victory. The previous season had also seen Northwestern State claim a close win, 72-69, while SE Louisiana had won the first meeting of the 2025 season by a narrow margin of 65-64.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide any specific details regarding player absences, which can often play a crucial role in determining the outcome of such close games. However, both teams were likely fielding their full rosters, given the absence of injury reports.
The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had Northwestern State favored by 1.5 points, with a total set at 131.5. The odds reflected a competitive matchup, with Northwestern State at -112.0 on the money line and SE Louisiana at -108.0, indicating that oddsmakers expected a closely contested game.
Conditions at Prather Coliseum were typical for a mid-February basketball game, with no specific weather factors influencing the indoor environment. Fans in attendance witnessed a back-and-forth battle, with both teams exchanging leads throughout the contest.
As the game unfolded, key moments included several critical scoring plays in the second half. Jalen Forrest's layup brought SE Louisiana within one point at 64-63, and he later tied the game with a pair of free throws at 66-66. However, Northwestern State responded with free throws from Micah Thomas and Chip Brunt, ultimately sealing their victory at 69-66.
This game not only provided a thrilling conclusion but also highlighted the ongoing struggles and determination of both teams as they navigate a challenging season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | NWST -1.5 | 131.5 o -110 / u -110 | SE Louisiana Lions -108 · Northwestern State Demons -112 |
Leaders
- PointsMicah Thomas26Northwestern State Demons
- AssistsChris Mubiru5Northwestern State Demons
- ReboundsWillie Williams6Northwestern State Demons
- PointsJalen Forrest26SE Louisiana Lions
- AssistsIsaiah Gaines3SE Louisiana Lions
- ReboundsIsaiah Gaines7SE Louisiana Lions
Recent form
Northwestern State Demons
Last 10: 2-7-1Streak W159.3 scored · 62 allowed per game1-2 at home
- 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
- D0-0vs East Texas A&M LionsJan 24
- L80-82at Houston Christian HuskiesJan 20
- L74-76at Incarnate Word CardinalsJan 17
- W64-63vs UT Rio Grande Valley VaquerosJan 13
SE Louisiana Lions
Last 10: 3-7Streak W263.2 scored · 69.2 allowed per game0-5 away
- W74-62vs Incarnate Word CardinalsFeb 10
- W55-47vs Houston Christian HuskiesFeb 7
- L54-73at Lamar CardinalsFeb 3
- L58-85at Stephen F. Austin LumberjacksJan 31
- L66-76vs McNeese CowboysJan 28
- W67-61vs Nicholls ColonelsJan 24
- L65-68at UT Rio Grande Valley VaquerosJan 20
- L56-68at Texas A&M-Corpus Christi IslandersJan 17
- L76-79vs LSU New Orleans PrivateersJan 13
- L61-73at McNeese CowboysJan 10
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 | SE Louisiana Lions | Northwestern State Demons |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-51 | 23-50 |
| Field goal % | 49 | 46 |
| Three-pointers | 4-14 | 6-16 |
| Three-point % | 29 | 38 |
| Free throws | 12-18 | 17-20 |
| Free throw % | 67 | 85 |
| Rebounds | 33 | 21 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 6 |
| Defensive rebounds | 20 | 15 |
| Assists | 8 | 13 |
| Steals | 5 | 12 |
| Blocks | 2 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 16 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 9 | 20 |
| Fast-break points | 4 | 10 |
| Points in the paint | 38 | 30 |
| Fouls | 17 | 13 |
| Largest lead | 7 | 3 |
| Lead changes | 15 | 15 |
| Time in front | 70 | 15 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half39-35Chris Mubiru makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half40-35Isaiah Gaines makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half41-35Isaiah Gaines makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half41-37Micah Thomas makes 19-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half43-37Isaiah Gaines makes 2-foot dunk
- 2nd Half43-39Micah Thomas makes 15-foot floating jump shot (Chris Mubiru assists)
- 2nd Half46-39Jalen Forrest makes 24-foot three point jumper (Isaiah Gaines assists)
- 2nd Half46-41Izzy Miles makes layup
- 2nd Half46-43Chip Brunt makes 2-foot dunk
- 2nd Half47-43Jalen Forrest makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-43Jalen Forrest makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-43Peter Hemschemeier makes 2-foot jumper
- 2nd Half50-45Kordrick Turner makes layup (CJ Larry assists)
- 2nd Half50-47Chris Mubiru makes 5-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half52-47Isaiah Gaines makes 1-foot jumper
- 2nd Half52-48Chris Mubiru makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-49Chris Mubiru makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-51Micah Thomas makes 3-foot jumper
- 2nd Half53-51Ethan Pickett makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-52Micah Thomas makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-53Micah Thomas makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-54Micah Thomas makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-55Micah Thomas makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-55Jalen Forrest makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-55Jalen Forrest makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-55Jalen Forrest makes 4-foot jumper
- 2nd Half59-55Jalen Forrest makes 14-foot jumper
- 2nd Half59-58Micah Thomas makes 25-foot three point jumper (Kordrick Turner assists)
- 2nd Half60-58Jalen Forrest makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-58Jalen Forrest makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-60Chris Mubiru makes layup (CJ Larry assists)
- 2nd Half61-63Chris Mubiru makes 22-foot three point jumper (Micah Thomas assists)
- 2nd Half62-63Jalen Forrest makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-63Jalen Forrest makes layup
- 2nd Half64-65Willie Williams makes layup (Micah Thomas assists)
- 2nd Half66-65Jalen Forrest makes layup
- 2nd Half66-66Micah Thomas makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-67Micah Thomas makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-68Chip Brunt makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-69Chip Brunt makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Northwestern State Demons, below favours SE Louisiana Lions.
Venue
- Prather ColiseumNatchitoches, LA
- Attendance515
- OfficialsJeffrey Johnson, Josh Haug, Raymond Tate
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