Southeast Missouri State Tops Lindenwood in NCAAB Clash
Saturday, February 14, 2026, 4:30 PM ET · Hyland Arena
Southeast Missouri State Redhawks 73, Lindenwood Lions 61, 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 Southeast Missouri State Redhawks vs Lindenwood Lions?
Southeast Missouri State Redhawks beat Lindenwood Lions 73-61 at Hyland Arena on February 14, 2026.
Who was favored in Southeast Missouri State Redhawks vs Lindenwood Lions?
Lindenwood Lions were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -135 (about 57% implied). The underdog won.
In a closely contested matchup, the Southeast Missouri State Redhawks triumphed over the Lindenwood Lions with a final score of 73-61. The game took place at Hyland Arena on February 14, 2026, and showcased both teams with identical records of 16-11, making this fixture particularly intriguing as they battled for postseason positioning.
The Redhawks came into the game with a recent form of 6-4 over their last ten games, although they were on a one-game losing streak following a defeat to the SIU Edwardsville Cougars. Southeast Missouri State averaged 71.9 points scored and 68.4 points allowed during this stretch. In contrast, the Lions also held a 6-4 record in their last ten games but were riding a two-game winning streak, having scored an average of 77.0 points while allowing 75.5.
When considering home and away performances, Lindenwood had a home record of 2-3 in their last five games, while Southeast Missouri State was 4-2 at home during the same period. The Lions had shown resilience in their recent outings, particularly with a notable victory against the UT Martin Skyhawks just a day prior to this matchup, winning 75-74. However, they struggled to maintain consistent defensive pressure, evident in their average points allowed.
In terms of head-to-head matchups, the Redhawks had lost two of their last three meetings against the Lions, including an earlier encounter this season where Lindenwood won 88-76 on January 16, 2026. This history added an extra layer of intensity to the game, as both teams aimed to assert dominance over their rival.
Injuries were not reported as a significant factor for either team leading into this game, allowing both squads to field their strongest lineups. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Lions favored by 1.5 points, with a total set at 154.5. The odds reflected a competitive atmosphere, as both teams were closely matched.
The conditions for the game were typical for a mid-February evening, with both teams eager to capitalize on their home court advantage and make a statement. The Redhawks, despite their recent loss, were determined to bounce back and improve their standing in the league.
As the game progressed, Southeast Missouri State took control, showcasing their scoring depth and defensive capabilities. Key moments included a series of free throws that extended their lead in the second half, with Mekhi Cooper and Brendan Terry contributing crucial points from the charity stripe. The Redhawks' ability to capitalize on free throw opportunities proved pivotal in securing their victory.
Ultimately, the Redhawks' performance underscored their resilience and ability to adapt under pressure, while the Lions will need to reassess their defensive strategies moving forward as they look to regroup after this setback.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | LIN -1.5 | 154.5 o -108 / u -112 | Southeast Missouri State Redhawks +114 · Lindenwood Lions -135 |
Leaders
- PointsAnias Futrell22Lindenwood Lions
- AssistsMekhi Cooper5Lindenwood Lions
- ReboundsJadis Jones11Lindenwood Lions
- PointsMarqueas Bell25Southeast Missouri State Redhawks
- AssistsBJ Ward4Southeast Missouri State Redhawks
- ReboundsDavid Idada11Southeast Missouri State Redhawks
Recent form
Lindenwood Lions
Last 10: 6-4Streak W277 scored · 75.5 allowed per game2-3 at home
- W75-74vs UT Martin SkyhawksFeb 13
- W79-74at Little Rock TrojansFeb 6
- L72-78vs SIU Edwardsville CougarsFeb 4
- W79-78at Morehead State EaglesJan 31
- W73-60at Southern Indiana Screaming EaglesJan 30
- L86-96vs Tennessee State TigersJan 24
- W89-68vs Tennessee Tech Golden EaglesJan 23
- L55-69at UT Martin SkyhawksJan 17
- W88-76at Southeast Missouri State RedhawksJan 16
- L74-82vs Little Rock TrojansJan 10
Southeast Missouri State Redhawks
Last 10: 6-4Streak L171.9 scored · 68.4 allowed per game2-2 away
- L56-74at SIU Edwardsville CougarsFeb 13
- W90-65vs Southern Indiana Screaming EaglesFeb 7
- W82-70vs Morehead State EaglesFeb 6
- W77-59at Eastern Illinois PanthersJan 31
- W78-74at Western Illinois LeathernecksJan 30
- W70-65vs Little Rock TrojansJan 23
- W66-50vs UT Martin SkyhawksJan 21
- L55-68vs SIU Edwardsville CougarsJan 17
- L76-88vs Lindenwood LionsJan 16
- L69-71at Morehead State EaglesJan 10
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tennessee State | 23-10 | - | 15-5 |
| Morehead State | 20-13 | - | 15-5 |
| Southeast Missouri State | 20-13 | 1 | 14-6 |
| UT Martin | 22-11 | 2 | 13-7 |
| SIU Edwardsville | 19-13 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Lindenwood | 18-15 | 4 | 11-9 |
| Little Rock | 12-20 | 6 | 9-11 |
| Tennessee Tech | 13-18 | 6 | 8-12 |
| Eastern Illinois | 13-20 | 7 | 8-12 |
| Southern Indiana | 7-23 | 11 | 4-16 |
| Western Illinois | 5-26 | 14 | 1-19 |
Box score
| Stat | Southeast Missouri State Redhawks | Lindenwood Lions |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 21-51 | 22-57 |
| Field goal % | 41 | 39 |
| Three-pointers | 3-15 | 3-16 |
| Three-point % | 20 | 19 |
| Free throws | 28-40 | 14-25 |
| Free throw % | 70 | 56 |
| Rebounds | 43 | 32 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 34 | 25 |
| Assists | 11 | 10 |
| Steals | 4 | 6 |
| Blocks | 5 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 2 | 3 |
| Technical fouls, total | 2 | 3 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 12 | 8 |
| Fast-break points | 15 | 11 |
| Points in the paint | 36 | 28 |
| Fouls | 22 | 26 |
| Largest lead | 12 | 3 |
| Lead changes | 19 | 19 |
| Time in front | 54 | 33 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half39-38Marqueas Bell makes layup
- 2nd Half40-38Marqueas Bell makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half40-40Jadis Jones makes 7-foot hook shot (Mekhi Cooper assists)
- 2nd Half42-40Marqueas Bell makes driving layup (BJ Ward assists)
- 2nd Half42-42Anias Futrell makes 11-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half44-42Luke Almodovar makes driving layup
- 2nd Half45-42Brendan Terry makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-42Brendan Terry makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half46-43Anias Futrell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-44Anias Futrell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half46-46Robert Lewis makes layup
- 2nd Half47-46Marqueas Bell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half47-48Jadis Jones makes 9-foot jumper (Anias Futrell assists)
- 2nd Half48-48Marqueas Bell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-48Marqueas Bell makes layup
- 2nd Half50-50Anias Futrell makes 19-foot jumper
- 2nd Half50-52Anias Futrell makes layup
- 2nd Half53-52Braxton Stacker makes 23-foot three point jumper (BJ Ward assists)
- 2nd Half53-54Milos Nenadic makes 2-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half54-54Marqueas Bell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-54Marqueas Bell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-54Landren Blocker makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-54Landren Blocker makes layup
- 2nd Half60-54Brendan Terry makes layup (Marqueas Bell assists)
- 2nd Half61-54BJ Ward makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-54BJ Ward makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-56Jadis Jones makes layup (Mekhi Cooper assists)
- 2nd Half62-57Jadis Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-57BJ Ward makes driving layup
- 2nd Half65-57BJ Ward makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-57Marqueas Bell makes layup
- 2nd Half67-58Mekhi Cooper makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-59Mekhi Cooper makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-59BJ Ward makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-59Marqueas Bell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-59Brendan Terry makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-59Brendan Terry makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-61Milos Nenadic makes layup
- 2nd Half72-61Braxton Stacker makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half73-61Braxton Stacker makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Lindenwood Lions, below favours Southeast Missouri State Redhawks.
Venue
- Hyland ArenaSaint Charles, MO
- Attendance2001
- OfficialsChance Wallesen, Kevin Driver, Jake Keller
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