Morehead State Eagles Defeat Southeast Missouri State Redhawks 66-61
Friday, March 6, 2026, 10:30 PM ET · Ford Center
Morehead State Eagles 66, Southeast Missouri State Redhawks 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 Morehead State Eagles?
Morehead State Eagles beat Southeast Missouri State Redhawks 66-61 at Ford Center on March 6, 2026.
Who was favored in Southeast Missouri State Redhawks vs Morehead State Eagles?
Southeast Missouri State Redhawks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -185 (about 65% implied). The underdog won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Morehead State Eagles triumphed over the Southeast Missouri State Redhawks with a final score of 66-61. This victory is particularly notable as it marks the Eagles' seventh consecutive win, showcasing their impressive form heading into the latter part of the season. Morehead State finished the regular season with a record of 20-12, while Southeast Missouri State concluded at 20-13.
The Eagles have been in excellent form lately, boasting an 8-2 record over their last ten games. They have averaged 73.7 points scored per game during this stretch, while allowing 69.5 points. Their recent performances include a notable win against the Little Rock Trojans, where they emerged victorious with a score of 76-70. Morehead State's home record stands at 4-1 in their last five games, indicating a strong performance at their home venue, the Ford Center.
Conversely, Southeast Missouri State has also shown solid form, with an 8-2 record in their last ten games. They averaged 73.2 points scored and allowed 66.5 points during this period. The Redhawks' recent games include a narrow victory against the Lindenwood Lions, winning 68-66. Their away record mirrors their home performance, standing at 4-1 in their last five games.
The head-to-head record between the two teams stands at 2-2 over the last two seasons. In their most recent encounter on February 6, 2026, the Eagles suffered a defeat against the Redhawks, losing 70-82. However, the Eagles managed to secure a win in their earlier meeting this season on January 10, 2026, with a close score of 71-69.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide any specific details, but both teams have shown resilience and depth in their rosters, which has contributed to their successful campaigns thus far.
As for the betting market, DraftKings had the Redhawks favored by 3.5 points, with a total set at 139.5. The odds for the home money line were 154.0, while the away money line was priced at -185. The spread and total indicate a competitive matchup, which was reflected in the final score.
The conditions of the game were conducive to a strong performance, with both teams displaying their offensive capabilities throughout the contest. The Eagles' final scoring plays were crucial in sealing their victory. Notably, George Marshall made several key free throws in the closing minutes, contributing significantly to the Eagles' final tally. Chase Dawson's pull-up jump shot also provided a pivotal moment that shifted the momentum in favor of Morehead State.
Overall, this game was a testament to the competitive spirit of both teams, with Morehead State ultimately emerging victorious in a hard-fought battle.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SEMO -3.5 | 139.5 o -105 / u -115 | Southeast Missouri State Redhawks -185 · Morehead State Eagles +154 |
Leaders
- PointsAnouar Mellouk22Morehead State Eagles
- AssistsChase Dawson2Morehead State Eagles
- ReboundsJon Carroll14Morehead State Eagles
- PointsBraxton Stacker17Southeast Missouri State Redhawks
- AssistsBJ Ward6Southeast Missouri State Redhawks
- ReboundsMarqueas Bell8Southeast Missouri State Redhawks
Recent form
Morehead State Eagles
Last 10: 8-2Streak W773.7 scored · 69.5 allowed per game4-1 at home
- W76-70at Little Rock TrojansFeb 27
- W64-63vs Southern Indiana Screaming EaglesFeb 25
- W81-59at Western Illinois LeathernecksFeb 21
- W73-70at Eastern Illinois PanthersFeb 20
- W94-86vs Tennessee State TigersFeb 14
- W73-66vs Tennessee Tech Golden EaglesFeb 13
- W61-55at UT Martin SkyhawksFeb 7
- L70-82at Southeast Missouri State RedhawksFeb 6
- L78-79vs Lindenwood LionsJan 31
- W67-65vs SIU Edwardsville CougarsJan 30
Southeast Missouri State Redhawks
Last 10: 8-2Streak W273.2 scored · 66.5 allowed per game4-1 away
- W68-66vs Lindenwood LionsMar 6
- W89-73vs Tennessee Tech Golden EaglesFeb 28
- L71-79vs Tennessee State TigersFeb 27
- W70-65at Little Rock TrojansFeb 21
- W56-53at UT Martin SkyhawksFeb 18
- W73-61at Lindenwood LionsFeb 14
- 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
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 | Morehead State Eagles |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 20-60 | 21-55 |
| Field goal % | 33 | 38 |
| Three-pointers | 4-19 | 3-12 |
| Three-point % | 21 | 25 |
| Free throws | 17-20 | 21-31 |
| Free throw % | 85 | 68 |
| Rebounds | 40 | 44 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 14 |
| Defensive rebounds | 27 | 30 |
| Assists | 8 | 5 |
| Steals | 6 | 4 |
| Blocks | 5 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 8 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 9 | 5 |
| Fast-break points | 3 | 12 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 30 |
| Fouls | 26 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 9 | 7 |
| Lead changes | 3 | 3 |
| Time in front | 86 | 10 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half38-33Anouar Mellouk makes 9-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half40-33Landren Blocker makes driving layup
- 2nd Half40-35Anouar Mellouk makes 8-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half41-35Luke Almodovar makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half42-35Luke Almodovar makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half44-35Braxton Stacker makes driving layup
- 2nd Half44-37Jon Carroll makes layup
- 2nd Half44-39Davion Cunningham makes 17-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half45-39Luke Almodovar makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-39Luke Almodovar makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half46-41Anouar Mellouk makes 9-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half48-41Braxton Stacker makes 11-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half48-43Anouar Mellouk makes 8-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half49-43Marqueas Bell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-43Marqueas Bell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-44Anouar Mellouk makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-45Jon Carroll makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-46Chase Dawson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-47Chase Dawson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-47Braxton Stacker makes 7-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half52-49Jon Carroll makes 5-foot dunk
- 2nd Half54-49Braxton Stacker makes driving layup
- 2nd Half54-50Jon Carroll makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-51George Marshall makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-52George Marshall makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-54George Marshall makes 4-foot dunk (Chase Dawson assists)
- 2nd Half56-54Brendan Terry makes 7-foot hook shot (BJ Ward assists)
- 2nd Half57-54Brendan Terry makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-56Davion Cunningham makes 15-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half59-56Brendan Terry makes layup (BJ Ward assists)
- 2nd Half59-57George Marshall makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-57Brendan Terry makes layup (BJ Ward assists)
- 2nd Half61-58Davion Cunningham makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-59Davion Cunningham makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-60George Marshall makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-62Chase Dawson makes 10-foot pullup jump shot (Anouar Mellouk assists)
- 2nd Half61-63Josiah LeGree makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-64Josiah LeGree makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-65George Marshall makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-66George Marshall makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Morehead State Eagles, below favours Southeast Missouri State Redhawks.
Venue
- Ford CenterEvansville, IN
- Attendance1487
- OfficialsJabir Walker, Kyle Bottoms, Bryan Washer
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