Lumberjacks Overcome Cardinals in Close Contest
Monday, March 2, 2026, 7:30 PM ET · McDermott Center
Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks 76, Incarnate Word Cardinals 68, 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 Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks vs Incarnate Word Cardinals?
Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks beat Incarnate Word Cardinals 76-68 at McDermott Center on March 2, 2026.
Who was favored in Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks vs Incarnate Word Cardinals?
Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -375 (about 79% implied). The favorite won.
In a competitive matchup at the McDermott Center, the Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks defeated the Incarnate Word Cardinals with a final score of 76-68. This game highlighted the stark contrast in the teams' seasons, with the Lumberjacks boasting a strong record of 27-4 compared to the Cardinals' 12-19. Stephen F. Austin entered the game as 7.5-point favorites according to DraftKings, reflecting their dominant season and recent form.
The Lumberjacks have been in excellent form, winning nine of their last ten games, with an average of 75.4 points scored and 66.5 points allowed during this stretch. Their last game, a convincing 77-56 victory over the Houston Christian Huskies, showcased their offensive capabilities and defensive prowess. In contrast, the Cardinals have struggled recently, with a record of 3-7 in their last ten games. They have averaged 71.5 points scored and 76.7 points allowed during this period, indicating defensive vulnerabilities that have plagued them throughout the season.
At home, the Cardinals have a record of 1-3 in their last four games, while the Lumberjacks have excelled on the road, maintaining an away record of 3-0 in their last three outings. The previous meetings between these two teams have been competitive, with the Lumberjacks holding a 2-1 advantage in their last three matchups. The most recent encounter prior to this game occurred on January 13, 2026, where the Lumberjacks won 56-46 at home.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but the performance of both teams indicated that they were fielding their regular lineups. The market odds reflected a clear expectation of a Lumberjacks victory, with their moneyline set at -375, while the Cardinals were listed at +295.
The game conditions were favorable for both teams, and spectators were treated to a thrilling contest. Key moments included a crucial three-point jumper by Narit Chotikavanic, which extended the Lumberjacks' lead to 70-66 in the second half. Lateef Patrick also played a significant role, contributing multiple free throws that helped secure the victory for Stephen F. Austin.
Overall, this matchup showcased the Lumberjacks' ability to perform under pressure and maintain their winning ways, while the Cardinals continue to seek consistency as they finish their season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SFA -7.5 | 142.5 o -112 / u -108 | Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks -375 · Incarnate Word Cardinals +295 |
Leaders
- PointsDavion Bailey21Incarnate Word Cardinals
- AssistsTahj Staveskie4Incarnate Word Cardinals
- ReboundsLewis Rowe7Incarnate Word Cardinals
- PointsLateef Patrick28Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks
- AssistsKeon Thompson5Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks
- ReboundsChrishawn Christmas9Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks
Recent form
Incarnate Word Cardinals
Last 10: 3-7Streak W171.5 scored · 76.7 allowed per game1-3 at home
- W72-60vs Lamar CardinalsFeb 28
- L49-54at Northwestern State DemonsFeb 24
- W82-73at East Texas A&M LionsFeb 21
- L64-78vs LSU New Orleans PrivateersFeb 17
- L83-91vs Nicholls ColonelsFeb 14
- L62-74at SE Louisiana LionsFeb 10
- L64-81at McNeese CowboysFeb 7
- W71-69at Texas A&M-Corpus Christi IslandersFeb 3
- L93-106vs UT Rio Grande Valley VaquerosJan 31
- L75-81at Houston Christian HuskiesJan 28
Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks
Last 10: 9-1Streak W175.4 scored · 66.5 allowed per game3-0 away
- W77-56at Houston Christian HuskiesFeb 28
- L73-77vs LSU New Orleans PrivateersFeb 24
- W81-78vs Nicholls ColonelsFeb 21
- W78-68at Texas A&M-Corpus Christi IslandersFeb 17
- W66-57at UT Rio Grande Valley VaquerosFeb 14
- W74-70vs East Texas A&M LionsFeb 10
- W84-74vs Lamar CardinalsFeb 7
- W67-60vs McNeese CowboysFeb 3
- W85-58vs SE Louisiana LionsJan 31
- W69-67vs Northwestern State DemonsJan 27
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 | Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks | Incarnate Word Cardinals |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 27-56 | 29-59 |
| Field goal % | 48 | 49 |
| Three-pointers | 12-24 | 7-25 |
| Three-point % | 50 | 28 |
| Free throws | 10-15 | 3-9 |
| Free throw % | 67 | 33 |
| Rebounds | 39 | 28 |
| Offensive rebounds | 11 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 28 | 21 |
| Assists | 13 | 13 |
| Steals | 3 | 3 |
| Blocks | 4 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 8 | 4 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 8 | 16 |
| Fast-break points | 15 | 12 |
| Points in the paint | 20 | 34 |
| Fouls | 15 | 12 |
| Largest lead | 9 | 6 |
| Lead changes | 4 | 4 |
| Time in front | 66 | 23 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half34-28Love Bettis makes 17-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half34-30Tahj Staveskie makes layup (Lewis Rowe assists)
- 2nd Half37-30Lateef Patrick makes 27-foot three point jumper (Chrishawn Christmas assists)
- 2nd Half39-30Lateef Patrick makes 8-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half39-32Davion Bailey makes driving layup
- 2nd Half39-34Tahj Staveskie makes 18-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half39-36Tahj Staveskie makes 15-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half39-38Lewis Rowe makes 11-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half39-41Davion Bailey makes 26-foot three point jumper (Love Bettis assists)
- 2nd Half41-41Kam Burton makes 18-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half41-44Love Bettis makes 30-foot three point jumper (Lewis Rowe assists)
- 2nd Half43-44Ahamed Mohammed makes 10-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half43-46Lewis Rowe makes layup (Davion Bailey assists)
- 2nd Half43-49Davion Bailey makes 28-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half45-49Keon Thompson makes 12-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half45-51Harold Woods makes driving layup
- 2nd Half47-51Keon Thompson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half50-51Narit Chotikavanic makes 25-foot three point jumper (Keon Thompson assists)
- 2nd Half50-53Lewis Rowe makes 7-foot hook shot (Davion Bailey assists)
- 2nd Half50-56Davion Bailey makes 25-foot three point jumper (Tahj Staveskie assists)
- 2nd Half52-56Jerald Colonel makes layup (Keon Thompson assists)
- 2nd Half55-56Lateef Patrick makes 26-foot three point jumper (Keon Thompson assists)
- 2nd Half55-59Harold Woods makes 27-foot three point jumper (Tahj Staveskie assists)
- 2nd Half55-61Harold Woods makes layup (Davion Bailey assists)
- 2nd Half57-61Keon Thompson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half57-63Davion Bailey makes layup (Tahj Staveskie assists)
- 2nd Half60-63Lateef Patrick makes 25-foot three point jumper (Narit Chotikavanic assists)
- 2nd Half63-63Narit Chotikavanic makes 26-foot three point jumper (Keon Thompson assists)
- 2nd Half63-65Lewis Rowe makes layup
- 2nd Half65-65Keon Thompson makes 13-foot jumper
- 2nd Half65-66Davion Bailey makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-66Lateef Patrick makes 18-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half70-66Narit Chotikavanic makes 27-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half71-66Lateef Patrick makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-66Lateef Patrick makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-66Lateef Patrick makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-66Lateef Patrick makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-68Tahj Staveskie makes driving layup
- 2nd Half75-68Narit Chotikavanic makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-68Narit Chotikavanic makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Incarnate Word Cardinals, below favours Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks.
Venue
- McDermott CenterSan Antonio, TX
- Attendance244
- OfficialsSteven Anderson, Marcus Hawkins, John Jenkins Jr.
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