NCAAB · Final

Lumberjacks Dominate Lions in Convincing Win

Saturday, January 31, 2026, 6:00 PM ET · William R. Johnson Coliseum

Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks 85, SE Louisiana Lions 58, 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 Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks?

Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks beat SE Louisiana Lions 85-58 at William R. Johnson Coliseum on January 31, 2026.

Who was favored in SE Louisiana Lions vs Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks?

Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -520 (about 84% implied). The favorite won.

The Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks showcased their dominance in a decisive victory against the SE Louisiana Lions, finishing the game with a score of 85-58. This matchup was significant not only for its implications in the NCAAB standings but also because it highlighted the stark contrast between the two teams' recent performances. The Lumberjacks entered the game with a strong home record of 19-3, riding a six-game winning streak, while the Lions struggled with a record of 6-16.

In their last ten games, the Lumberjacks boasted an impressive record of 9-1, averaging 74.7 points per game while allowing only 64.3. Their recent form included victories over teams like Northwestern State Demons and Lamar Cardinals, with the most recent win against Northwestern State being a narrow 69-67 at home. The Lumberjacks' scoring prowess was evident as they consistently found ways to outscore their opponents, particularly at home where they maintained a perfect record of 3-0 in their last three games.

Conversely, the Lions have faced challenges, with a record of 2-8 in their last ten games and an average of 64.9 points scored against 70.7 allowed. Their last outing resulted in a loss to McNeese Cowboys, where they fell short with a score of 66-76. The Lions' struggles were further compounded by their away record, which stood at 0-5, indicating difficulties in securing wins outside their home arena.

Historically, the two teams had met twice in the current season, with each team winning once. The Lumberjacks had previously defeated the Lions 73-63 on January 3, 2026, while the Lions had secured a victory against the Lumberjacks earlier in the 2025 season, winning 66-59. This backdrop added a layer of intrigue to the matchup, as both teams sought to assert their dominance in this rivalry.

In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any key players missing from either side, allowing both teams to field their full rosters. This was crucial, as both teams needed their best players to perform at their peak to secure a win.

The market had set the odds with DraftKings, favoring the Lumberjacks by 9.5 points. The total for the game was set at 135.5, with over odds at -112.0 and under odds at -108.0. The moneyline reflected the confidence in the Lumberjacks, priced at -520.0, while the Lions were listed at 390.0, indicating a clear expectation of a Lumberjacks victory.

Conditions during the game were favorable, with the venue being the William R. Johnson Coliseum, a familiar setting for the Lumberjacks, who thrive in front of their home crowd. The atmosphere was electric, contributing to the Lumberjacks' strong performance.

Throughout the game, viewers were treated to a display of offensive efficiency from the Lumberjacks, who executed their plays with precision. Key moments included a series of scoring plays in the second half, where players like Jalen Forrest and Tichyque Musaka made crucial contributions to extend the lead. Forrest was particularly notable, making several free throws and jump shots that kept the momentum firmly in the Lumberjacks' favor.

In the end, the Lumberjacks' victory solidified their position as a formidable force in the league, while the Lions will need to regroup and address their inconsistencies as they move forward in the season. This game served as a reminder of the disparity in form between the two teams, and the Lumberjacks' ability to capitalize on their home advantage proved decisive.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	SFA -9.5	135.5 o -112 / u -108	SE Louisiana Lions +390 · Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks -520

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Leaders

PointsKeon Thompson15Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks
AssistsAhamed Mohammed6Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks
ReboundsKeon Thompson4Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks
PointsJalen Forrest15SE Louisiana Lions
AssistsIsaiah Gaines2SE Louisiana Lions
ReboundsJeremy Elyzee6SE Louisiana Lions

Recent form

Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks

Last 10: 9-1Streak W674.7 scored · 64.3 allowed per game3-0 at home

W69-67vs Northwestern State DemonsJan 27
W88-81at Lamar CardinalsJan 24
W79-62at Nicholls ColonelsJan 20
W84-79at LSU New Orleans PrivateersJan 17
W56-46vs Incarnate Word CardinalsJan 13
W85-67vs Houston Christian HuskiesJan 10
L64-66at McNeese CowboysJan 6
W73-63at SE Louisiana LionsJan 3
W74-64at Northwestern State DemonsDec 31
W75-48at East Texas A&M LionsDec 30

SE Louisiana Lions

Last 10: 2-8Streak L164.9 scored · 70.7 allowed per game0-5 away

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
W60-52vs Lamar CardinalsJan 6
L63-73vs Stephen F. Austin LumberjacksJan 3
L70-79at Incarnate Word CardinalsDec 30
L65-78at LSU TigersDec 20

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	Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks
Field goals	20-47	31-56
Field goal %	43	55
Three-pointers	5-16	16-28
Three-point %	31	57
Free throws	13-17	7-11
Free throw %	76	64
Rebounds	23	28
Offensive rebounds	8	9
Defensive rebounds	15	19
Assists	6	17
Steals	4	6
Blocks	2	4
Turnovers	13	9
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	14	16
Fast-break points	3	7
Points in the paint	26	28
Fouls	12	19
Largest lead	0	36
Lead changes	0	0
Time in front	0	98

How the scoring went

1st Half20-44Lateef Patrick makes 24-foot three point jumper
1st Half23-44Jalen Forrest makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot
1st Half23-45Keon Thompson makes free throw 1 of 2
1st Half23-46Keon Thompson makes free throw 2 of 2
1st Half23-47Keon Thompson makes free throw 1 of 2
1st Half23-48Keon Thompson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half25-48Jeremy Elyzee makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half25-50Keon Thompson makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half27-50Jeremy Elyzee makes layup (Isaiah Gaines assists)
2nd Half27-52Chrishawn Christmas makes layup
2nd Half27-54Keon Thompson makes driving layup
2nd Half27-56Lateef Patrick makes 8-foot turnaround jump shot
2nd Half29-56Jeremy Elyzee makes 9-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half32-56Jaiden Lawrence makes 26-foot three point jumper
2nd Half32-58Keon Thompson makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half32-61Narit Chotikavanic makes 24-foot three point jumper (Ahamed Mohammed assists)
2nd Half34-61CJ Booker makes driving layup
2nd Half34-64Marcus Scurry makes 23-foot three point jumper (Gediminas Alisas assists)
2nd Half34-67Marcus Scurry makes 27-foot three point jumper (Narit Chotikavanic assists)
2nd Half34-70Marcus Scurry makes 26-foot three point jumper (Ahamed Mohammed assists)
2nd Half35-70Isaiah Gaines makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half36-70Isaiah Gaines makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half38-70Jalen Forrest makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half39-70Ahmed Essahaty makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half40-70Makhi Myles makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half42-70Jalen Forrest makes driving layup
2nd Half44-70Ubong-Abasi Etim makes layup
2nd Half44-73Kam Burton makes 27-foot three point jumper (Marcus Scurry assists)
2nd Half44-76Kam Burton makes 24-foot three point jumper (Gediminas Alisas assists)
2nd Half46-76Ubong-Abasi Etim makes layup (Ahmed Essahaty assists)
2nd Half46-79Kam Burton makes 25-foot three point jumper (Ahamed Mohammed assists)
2nd Half49-79Jaiden Lawrence makes 25-foot three point jumper (Ahmed Essahaty assists)
2nd Half49-81Christian Green makes 10-foot pullup jump shot (Ahamed Mohammed assists)
2nd Half51-81Ubong-Abasi Etim makes layup
2nd Half51-83Harris Dar makes layup
2nd Half52-83Jalen Forrest makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half53-83Jalen Forrest makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half53-85Tichyque Musaka makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half55-85Jalen Forrest makes 8-foot jumper
2nd Half58-85Jaiden Lawrence makes 28-foot three point jumper

Win probability

Above the line favours Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks, below favours SE Louisiana Lions.