UT Arlington Defeats Stephen F. Austin 66-61 in Close Matchup
Saturday, November 29, 2025, 3:00 PM ET · College Park Center
UT Arlington Mavericks 66, Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks 61, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks vs UT Arlington Mavericks?
UT Arlington Mavericks beat Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks 66-61 at College Park Center on November 29, 2025.
In a tightly contested game, the UT Arlington Mavericks secured a narrow victory over the Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks, finishing with a score of 66-61. This matchup showcased the competitive spirit of both teams, each striving to improve their standing in the NCAAB league. The Mavericks, playing at home in the College Park Center, improved their home record to 4-2, while the Lumberjacks fell to 5-3 overall.
Entering the game, UT Arlington had a home record of 6-2 and had been performing inconsistently with a recent record of 5-5 over their last ten games. They had a scoring average of 75.8 points per game, while allowing 68.2 points. Their most recent performance was a win against Weber State Wildcats, where they edged out a victory with a score of 74-73. In their last five games, the Mavericks had shown improvement, winning four of those contests with an impressive average of 81.8 points scored and 66.0 points allowed.
On the other hand, Stephen F. Austin came into the game with a record of 5-2, having won their last match against the Pepperdine Waves, 63-60. Their overall performance reflected a balanced scoring average of 74.2 points per game, while allowing 74.0 points. The Lumberjacks had also displayed a similar trend in their last five games, with a record of 4-1 and an average of 77.6 points scored while allowing 68.0 points.
The Mavericks' home advantage was evident as they capitalized on their familiar surroundings to secure the win. The game featured several crucial scoring plays in the second half, including free throws from Bahsil Laster and Marcell McCreary, which helped maintain their lead. Laster's free throws brought the score to 62-57, while McCreary's contributions extended their lead further to 64-59. The Lumberjacks attempted to mount a comeback with a layup from Chrishawn Christmas, but the Mavericks responded effectively, with Cash Chavis sealing the game with two free throws, bringing the final score to 66-61.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, indicating that both teams may have been at full strength for this matchup. The conditions for the game were not detailed, but playing at home typically offers a favorable environment for the Mavericks, contributing to their successful performance.
The betting market had priced the Mavericks as the favorites, reflecting their home advantage and recent form. The odds were attributed to the named provider, indicating a strong belief in UT Arlington's ability to secure the win.
Overall, this game highlighted the resilience of the Mavericks as they navigated a close contest against the Lumberjacks. Fans witnessed a competitive matchup filled with pivotal moments, showcasing the intensity of college basketball.
Leaders
- PointsRaysean Seamster16UT Arlington Mavericks
- AssistsRaysean Seamster3UT Arlington Mavericks
- ReboundsMarcell McCreary8UT Arlington Mavericks
- PointsKeon Thompson20Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks
- AssistsJerald Colonel4Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks
- ReboundsJerald Colonel7Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks
Recent form
UT Arlington Mavericks
Last 10: 5-5Streak W175.8 scored · 68.2 allowed per game3-2 at home
- W74-73at Weber State WildcatsNov 23
- L67-71vs Campbell Fighting CamelsNov 21
- W84-76at Evansville Purple AcesNov 19
- W67-49vs Missouri State BearsNov 15
- W117-61vs Arlington Baptist PatriotsNov 11
- L56-74at New Mexico LobosNov 8
- W91-40vs UNT Dallas TrailblazersNov 4
- L75-98at Grand Canyon LopesMar 13
- L68-70at California Baptist LancersMar 9
- L59-70vs Abilene Christian WildcatsMar 1
Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks
Last 10: 5-5Streak W174.2 scored · 74 allowed per game2-3 away
- W63-60at Pepperdine WavesNov 22
- L78-80at Fresno State BulldogsNov 19
- W76-66vs Abilene Christian WildcatsNov 15
- W81-69at Rice OwlsNov 12
- W90-65vs Arkansas State Red WolvesNov 8
- W103-76vs Millsaps MajorsNov 3
- L64-95vs McNeese CowboysMar 4
- L70-94vs Nicholls ColonelsMar 1
- L56-72at Houston Christian HuskiesFeb 25
- L61-63at Incarnate Word CardinalsFeb 22
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 |
| Utah Valley | 25-9 | - | 14-4 |
| California Baptist | 25-9 | 1 | 13-5 |
| Utah Tech | 19-15 | 2 | 11-7 |
| UT Arlington | 18-14 | 5 | 9-9 |
| Southern Utah | 10-22 | 7 | 6-12 |
| Tarleton State | 14-18 | 9 | 5-13 |
| Abilene Christian | 14-19 | 9 | 5-13 |
Box score
| Stat | Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks | UT Arlington Mavericks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 26-61 | 21-47 |
| Field goal % | 43 | 45 |
| Three-pointers | 3-13 | 4-11 |
| Three-point % | 23 | 36 |
| Free throws | 6-8 | 20-25 |
| Free throw % | 75 | 80 |
| Rebounds | 28 | 34 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 11 |
| Defensive rebounds | 16 | 23 |
| Assists | 10 | 9 |
| Steals | 5 | 6 |
| Blocks | 6 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 15 | 11 |
| Fast-break points | 3 | 7 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 30 |
| Fouls | 17 | 10 |
| Largest lead | 10 | 5 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half35-31Raysean Seamster made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half37-31Jerald Colonel made Layup. Assisted by Keon Thompson.
- 2nd Half37-33Cameron Jackson made Layup. Assisted by Cash Chavis.
- 2nd Half37-35Cash Chavis made Jumper.
- 2nd Half39-35Lateef Patrick made Layup. Assisted by Jerald Colonel.
- 2nd Half41-35Chrishawn Christmas made Jumper.
- 2nd Half41-36Cash Chavis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half41-37Cash Chavis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half43-37Lateef Patrick made Two Point Tip Shot. Assisted by Chrishawn Christmas.
- 2nd Half43-40Raysean Seamster made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Marcell McCreary.
- 2nd Half43-41Cash Chavis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half43-42Cash Chavis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half43-44Miles Goodman made Layup. Assisted by Raysean Seamster.
- 2nd Half43-46Cash Chavis made Layup.
- 2nd Half45-46Keon Thompson made Layup.
- 2nd Half46-46Keon Thompson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-46Keon Thompson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-48Tyran Mason made Jumper.
- 2nd Half49-48Lateef Patrick made Jumper.
- 2nd Half49-51Marcell McCreary made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Cash Chavis.
- 2nd Half51-51Gediminas Alisas made Layup. Assisted by Keon Thompson.
- 2nd Half53-51Keon Thompson made Layup. Assisted by Gediminas Alisas.
- 2nd Half54-51Keon Thompson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-52Raysean Seamster made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-54Cameron Jackson made Layup.
- 2nd Half54-56Raysean Seamster made Layup.
- 2nd Half55-56Jerald Colonel made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-57Bahsil Laster made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-58Bahsil Laster made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-58Chrishawn Christmas made Layup. Assisted by Jerald Colonel.
- 2nd Half57-59Raysean Seamster made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-60Raysean Seamster made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-61Bahsil Laster made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-62Bahsil Laster made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-62Keon Thompson made Layup.
- 2nd Half59-63Marcell McCreary made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-64Marcell McCreary made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-64Chrishawn Christmas made Layup.
- 2nd Half61-65Cash Chavis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-66Cash Chavis made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours UT Arlington Mavericks, below favours Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks.
Venue
- College Park CenterArlington, TX
- Attendance1275
- OfficialsBret Smith, Kipp Kissinger, Brooks Wells
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