Lumberjacks Edge Cardinals in High-Scoring Clash
Saturday, January 24, 2026, 4:00 PM ET · Montagne Center
Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks 88, Lamar Cardinals 81, 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 Lamar Cardinals?
Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks beat Lamar Cardinals 88-81 at Montagne Center on January 24, 2026.
Who was favored in Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks vs Lamar Cardinals?
Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -205 (about 67% implied). The favorite won.
In a thrilling encounter at the Montagne Center, the Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks defeated the Lamar Cardinals with a final score of 88-81. This matchup was particularly noteworthy as it showcased the contrasting fortunes of both teams this season. The Lumberjacks entered the game with a strong away record of 17-3, while the Cardinals struggled at 10-10, highlighting the disparity in their performances.
The recent form of both teams further emphasized their differing trajectories. Over their last ten games, the Lumberjacks posted an impressive record of 9-1, currently riding a four-game winning streak. They averaged 76.2 points per game while allowing only 61.0, showcasing their ability to both score and defend effectively. In contrast, the Cardinals managed to balance their record at 5-5 during the same span, with an average of 71.4 points scored and 70.9 points allowed. The Cardinals' last five games saw them with a record of 3-2, scoring an average of 69.0 points and conceding 67.2, indicating a slight dip in their offensive output.
Home and away performances also painted a clear picture of each team's capabilities. The Cardinals held a home record of 2-2 in their last ten games, while the Lumberjacks excelled with a perfect 4-0 record in their recent home games. The Lumberjacks' ability to perform on the road was further evidenced by their 5-1 away record, demonstrating their resilience and adaptability.
Historically, the matchup has been competitive, with the teams holding a 1-1 record against each other in their last two meetings. The Lumberjacks won the most recent encounter on February 1, 2025, with a score of 67-62, while the Cardinals took the earlier meeting on January 12, 2025, winning 63-72 at home.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but the performance of both teams could be influenced by player availability, particularly in a high-stakes game like this.
The betting market reflected the expectations for this game, with DraftKings setting the Lumberjacks as 4.5-point favorites. The total points line was set at 136.5, indicating an anticipated competitive scoring environment. The moneyline odds showed the Lumberjacks at -205, while the Cardinals were positioned at 170, suggesting a strong belief in the Lumberjacks' ability to secure the win.
Conditions during the game were not detailed in the block, but the atmosphere at the Montagne Center was likely electric given the stakes of the matchup. Fans were treated to a display of skill and determination from both teams, with the Lumberjacks ultimately pulling ahead in the second half.
Key moments in the game included several free throws from Lateef Patrick and Braden East in the closing minutes, which helped solidify the Lumberjacks' lead. Eian Lowe also contributed with a crucial three-point jumper that kept the pressure on the Cardinals.
Overall, this game highlighted the Lumberjacks' strength and resilience as they continue to build on their successful season, while the Cardinals will need to regroup and address their inconsistencies moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SFA -4.5 | 136.5 o -105 / u -115 | Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks -205 · Lamar Cardinals +170 |
Leaders
- PointsRob Lee Jr.19Lamar Cardinals
- AssistsCody Pennebaker5Lamar Cardinals
- ReboundsBraden East13Lamar Cardinals
- PointsKeon Thompson26Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks
- AssistsKeon Thompson5Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks
- ReboundsKeon Thompson6Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks
Recent form
Lamar Cardinals
Last 10: 5-5Streak L171.4 scored · 70.9 allowed per game2-2 at home
- L76-89at LSU New Orleans PrivateersJan 20
- W90-80at Nicholls ColonelsJan 17
- W64-56vs Houston Christian HuskiesJan 13
- W63-51vs Incarnate Word CardinalsJan 11
- L52-60at SE Louisiana LionsJan 6
- L70-82at McNeese CowboysJan 3
- W69-62at East Texas A&M LionsDec 31
- W76-61at Northwestern State DemonsDec 30
- L82-85vs Omaha MavericksDec 21
- L72-83vs UT Rio Grande Valley VaquerosDec 17
Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks
Last 10: 9-1Streak W476.2 scored · 61 allowed per game5-1 away
- 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
- W103-55vs Dallas CrusadersDec 21
- W69-60vs Texas A&M-Corpus Christi IslandersDec 18
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 | Lamar Cardinals |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 30-57 | 29-61 |
| Field goal % | 53 | 48 |
| Three-pointers | 13-27 | 10-26 |
| Three-point % | 48 | 38 |
| Free throws | 15-21 | 13-15 |
| Free throw % | 71 | 87 |
| Rebounds | 27 | 36 |
| Offensive rebounds | 6 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 21 | 24 |
| Assists | 16 | 23 |
| Steals | 7 | 3 |
| Blocks | 2 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 6 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 12 | 6 |
| Fast-break points | 10 | 10 |
| Points in the paint | 18 | 30 |
| Fouls | 14 | 14 |
| Largest lead | 10 | 3 |
| Lead changes | 5 | 5 |
| Time in front | 89 | 7 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half51-49Keon Thompson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-49Keon Thompson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-51Rob Lee Jr. makes 6-foot jumper (Cody Pennebaker assists)
- 2nd Half54-51Ahamed Mohammed makes layup
- 2nd Half54-53Errol White makes 17-foot jumper (Eian Lowe assists)
- 2nd Half57-53Narit Chotikavanic makes 25-foot three point jumper (Ahamed Mohammed assists)
- 2nd Half57-56Eian Lowe makes 24-foot three point jumper (Braden East assists)
- 2nd Half57-58Cody Pennebaker makes 2-foot dunk (Eian Lowe assists)
- 2nd Half60-58Narit Chotikavanic makes 23-foot three point jumper (Keon Thompson assists)
- 2nd Half60-60Errol White makes 20-foot jumper (Andrew Holifield assists)
- 2nd Half61-60Narit Chotikavanic makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-60Keon Thompson makes layup
- 2nd Half65-60Keon Thompson makes layup
- 2nd Half65-62King-Njhsanni Wilhite makes layup
- 2nd Half67-62Keon Thompson makes 15-foot jumper
- 2nd Half69-62Lateef Patrick makes layup
- 2nd Half69-65Andrew Holifield makes 25-foot three point jumper (Cody Pennebaker assists)
- 2nd Half71-65Keon Thompson makes 13-foot jumper
- 2nd Half71-66Andrew Holifield makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-67Andrew Holifield makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-67Keon Thompson makes 3-foot dunk
- 2nd Half73-69Rob Lee Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half74-69Gediminas Alisas makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-71Braden East makes layup (King-Njhsanni Wilhite assists)
- 2nd Half75-71Ahamed Mohammed makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-71Ahamed Mohammed makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half79-71Narit Chotikavanic makes 24-foot three point jumper (Keon Thompson assists)
- 2nd Half79-74Rob Lee Jr. makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half81-74Keon Thompson makes 21-foot jumper
- 2nd Half82-74Keon Thompson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half83-74Keon Thompson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half83-76Braden East makes 4-foot alley oop dunk (Cody Pennebaker assists)
- 2nd Half84-76Keon Thompson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half85-76Lateef Patrick makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half86-76Lateef Patrick makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half86-77Braden East makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half86-78Braden East makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half87-78Lateef Patrick makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half88-78Lateef Patrick makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half88-81Eian Lowe makes 25-foot three point jumper (Braden East assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Lamar Cardinals, below favours Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks.
Venue
- Montagne CenterBeaumont, TX
- Attendance1498
- OfficialsEric Kronebusch, Jarrett Howell, Bobby Bissant III
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