Stephen F. Austin Defeats UT Rio Grande Valley 66-57
Saturday, February 14, 2026, 5:30 PM ET · UTRGV Fieldhouse
Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks 66, UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros 57, 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 Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros?
Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks beat UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros 66-57 at UTRGV Fieldhouse on February 14, 2026.
Who was favored in Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks vs UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros?
Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -112 (about 53% implied). The favorite won.
In a competitive matchup at the UTRGV Fieldhouse, the Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks secured a 66-57 victory over the UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros. This win extends Stephen F. Austin's impressive winning streak to 11 games, solidifying their position as a formidable force in the NCAAB landscape. The Lumberjacks, boasting a strong away record of 3-0, showcased their strength on the road against a Vaqueros team that had been performing well at home.
The Lumberjacks entered the game with a remarkable overall record of 23-3, while the Vaqueros held a record of 14-12. Recently, the Vaqueros had been in excellent form, winning eight of their last ten games, including a streak of eight consecutive victories leading into this matchup. They averaged 77.8 points scored per game while allowing 68.6 points, demonstrating their offensive capabilities and defensive resilience. In contrast, Stephen F. Austin also maintained a strong performance, winning all of their last ten games with an average of 77.1 points scored and 66.4 points allowed.
Historically, the matchup favored Stephen F. Austin, who now leads the head-to-head series 2-1 against the Vaqueros. Their previous meetings included a December 4, 2025 game where the Lumberjacks triumphed 73-60, and a February 11, 2025 encounter that ended with a score of 85-75 in favor of Stephen F. Austin. The Vaqueros managed to secure a win in their last home meeting on December 6, 2024, winning 68-65.
In terms of injuries, the block does not specify any key players missing from either team, suggesting both squads were at full strength for this important contest. The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had Stephen F. Austin favored with a spread of 1.5 points and a total set at 144.5. The odds indicated a competitive matchup, reflecting the close nature of the teams' performances leading up to the game.
The game conditions were typical for a mid-February evening, with both teams likely facing a packed venue and an energized crowd. Fans witnessed a hard-fought battle, with Stephen F. Austin maintaining their composure down the stretch. Key moments included free throws made by Keon Thompson and Narit Chotikavanic, which helped the Lumberjacks secure their lead in the second half. The Vaqueros attempted to rally back, with Filip Brankovic contributing a hook shot and Koree Cotton adding points from the free-throw line, but ultimately fell short.
As the game concluded, the final score reflected the Lumberjacks' ability to execute under pressure, while the Vaqueros will look to regroup and build on their recent successes. Viewers should note the contrasting styles of play and how each team adapted throughout the game, as well as the implications this result holds for their respective seasons.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SFA -1.5 | 144.5 o -115 / u -105 | Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks -112 · UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros -108 |
Leaders
- PointsKoree Cotton15UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros
- AssistsJaylen Washington3UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros
- ReboundsMarvin McGhee III8UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros
- PointsKeon Thompson32Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks
- AssistsNarit Chotikavanic2Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks
- ReboundsJerald Colonel13Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks
Recent form
UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros
Last 10: 8-2Streak W877.8 scored · 68.6 allowed per game3-0 at home
- W92-72at Nicholls ColonelsFeb 10
- W95-76at LSU New Orleans PrivateersFeb 7
- W74-57vs Houston Christian HuskiesFeb 3
- W106-93at Incarnate Word CardinalsJan 31
- W64-55at Texas A&M-Corpus Christi IslandersJan 27
- W68-51at Houston Christian HuskiesJan 24
- W68-65vs SE Louisiana LionsJan 20
- W79-76vs McNeese CowboysJan 17
- L63-64at Northwestern State DemonsJan 13
- L69-77at East Texas A&M LionsJan 10
Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks
Last 10: 10-0Streak W1077.1 scored · 66.4 allowed per game3-0 away
- 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
- W88-81at Lamar CardinalsJan 24
- W79-62at Nicholls ColonelsJan 20
- W84-79at LSU New Orleans PrivateersJan 17
- W56-46vs Incarnate Word CardinalsJan 13
- W85-67vs Houston Christian HuskiesJan 10
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 | UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 23-62 | 22-55 |
| Field goal % | 37 | 40 |
| Three-pointers | 5-23 | 5-26 |
| Three-point % | 22 | 19 |
| Free throws | 15-23 | 8-11 |
| Free throw % | 65 | 73 |
| Rebounds | 44 | 35 |
| Offensive rebounds | 19 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 25 | 25 |
| Assists | 8 | 11 |
| Steals | 6 | 2 |
| Blocks | 2 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 8 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 22 | 6 |
| Fast-break points | 6 | 8 |
| Points in the paint | 32 | 28 |
| Fouls | 10 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 10 | 0 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 96 | 0 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half32-27Keon Thompson makes layup
- 2nd Half32-29Koree Cotton makes 15-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half34-29Keon Thompson makes 16-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half34-30Koree Cotton makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half34-31Koree Cotton makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half34-33Marvin McGhee III makes driving layup
- 2nd Half36-33Keon Thompson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half37-33Keon Thompson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half38-33Keon Thompson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half38-35Julien Gomez makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half41-35Narit Chotikavanic makes 22-foot three point jumper (Ahamed Mohammed assists)
- 2nd Half41-37Filip Brankovic makes layup (Dane Christensen assists)
- 2nd Half44-37Narit Chotikavanic makes 25-foot three point jumper (Ahamed Mohammed assists)
- 2nd Half47-37Narit Chotikavanic makes 26-foot three point jumper (Chrishawn Christmas assists)
- 2nd Half47-39Jaylen Washington makes 15-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half48-39Lateef Patrick makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half49-39Lateef Patrick makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half49-40Koree Cotton makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half49-41Koree Cotton makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half49-44Koree Cotton makes 24-foot three point jumper (Kwo Agwa assists)
- 2nd Half51-44Gediminas Alisas makes 8-foot floating jump shot (Keon Thompson assists)
- 2nd Half51-47Jaylen Washington makes 25-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half51-48Koree Cotton makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-49Koree Cotton makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-49Keon Thompson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-51Jaylen Washington makes driving layup
- 2nd Half54-51Keon Thompson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half54-53Jaylen Washington makes 18-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half56-53Keon Thompson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half58-53Keon Thompson makes 7-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half59-53Keon Thompson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-53Keon Thompson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-53Keon Thompson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-53Keon Thompson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-55Filip Brankovic makes 6-foot hook shot (Koree Cotton assists)
- 2nd Half62-56Koree Cotton makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-57Koree Cotton makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-57Keon Thompson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half65-57Narit Chotikavanic makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-57Narit Chotikavanic makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros, below favours Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks.
Venue
- UTRGV FieldhouseEdinburg, TX
- Attendance1223
- OfficialsCarl Gray, Eric Kronebusch, Rufus Lott
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