Chicago State Defeats Stonehill 68-55 in NCAAB Clash
Thursday, February 12, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Jones Convocation Center
Chicago State Cougars 68, Stonehill Skyhawks 55, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Stonehill Skyhawks vs Chicago State Cougars?
Chicago State Cougars beat Stonehill Skyhawks 68-55 at Jones Convocation Center on February 12, 2026.
Who was favored in Stonehill Skyhawks vs Chicago State Cougars?
Stonehill Skyhawks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -130 (about 57% implied). The underdog won.
In a decisive matchup, the Chicago State Cougars triumphed over the Stonehill Skyhawks with a final score of 68-55 at the Jones Convocation Center. This victory marks a significant achievement for the Cougars, who have struggled throughout the season with a record of 6-20 prior to this game. The win also snapped a previous losing streak against Stonehill, as they had lost all three of their prior meetings this season and last, including a close 82-85 loss on January 10, 2026.
Chicago State entered this game with a recent form of 3-7 over their last ten games, but they had shown signs of improvement, winning their last two games. They averaged 66.5 points scored and allowed 71.5 points during this stretch. Their scoring average in the last five games had improved to 69.4, while their defense tightened, allowing only 69.0 points per game. At home, the Cougars had a record of 2-2 in their last four games, which included a notable win against the Saint Francis Red Wolves just days before this matchup.
On the other side, Stonehill Skyhawks came into the game with a record of 9-17 and had been struggling recently as well, with a 5-5 record in their last ten games. However, they were on a two-game losing streak, having lost to Long Island University and Fairleigh Dickinson in their last outings. The Skyhawks averaged 63.6 points scored and allowed 64.9 points during their recent stretch. Their away record was 2-4, indicating challenges when playing outside their home venue.
The odds provided by DraftKings favored Stonehill slightly, with a spread of 2.5 points in their favor and a total set at 131.5 points. The moneyline reflected this sentiment, with Chicago State at +110 and Stonehill at -130. Despite these odds, Chicago State's performance on the court proved them to be the stronger team on this occasion.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any significant player absences that would have impacted the game. Both teams appeared to be at full strength, allowing for a competitive matchup. The conditions at the Jones Convocation Center were typical for a basketball game, with no unusual weather factors affecting the play.
As the game unfolded, Chicago State took control early and maintained their lead throughout the contest. Key moments included scoring plays in the second half, where Marcus Tankersley made crucial free throws, and CJ Ray contributed with a dunk that extended the Cougars' lead to 64-53. The Cougars' defense held strong against Stonehill's attempts to close the gap, ultimately sealing the victory with a final score of 68-55.
Overall, this game showcased Chicago State's potential to compete effectively, particularly after their recent improvements. The Cougars' ability to score and defend well at home was evident, and they will look to build on this momentum in their upcoming games.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | STO -2.5 | 131.5 o -115 / u -105 | Stonehill Skyhawks -130 · Chicago State Cougars +110 |
Leaders
- PointsCJ Ray18Chicago State Cougars
- AssistsMarcus Tankersley6Chicago State Cougars
- ReboundsDailliss Cox8Chicago State Cougars
- PointsHermann Koffi15Stonehill Skyhawks
- AssistsRex Sunderland5Stonehill Skyhawks
- ReboundsEthan Meuser6Stonehill Skyhawks
Recent form
Chicago State Cougars
Last 10: 3-7Streak W266.5 scored · 71.5 allowed per game2-2 at home
- W80-75vs Saint Francis Red WolvesFeb 9
- W63-57at New Haven ChargersFeb 7
- L67-78at Central Connecticut Blue DevilsFeb 6
- W78-74vs Mercyhurst LakersJan 31
- L59-61at Mercyhurst LakersJan 25
- L60-81at Saint Francis Red WolvesJan 24
- L56-62vs New Haven ChargersJan 20
- L57-72vs Le Moyne DolphinsJan 17
- L82-85at Stonehill SkyhawksJan 10
- L63-70at Fairleigh Dickinson KnightsJan 8
Stonehill Skyhawks
Last 10: 5-5Streak L263.6 scored · 64.9 allowed per game2-4 away
- L54-61at Long Island University SharksFeb 7
- L58-74at Fairleigh Dickinson KnightsFeb 6
- W65-54at Le Moyne DolphinsJan 31
- W58-57vs Fairleigh Dickinson KnightsJan 30
- W61-59vs Central Connecticut Blue DevilsJan 27
- L63-66vs Long Island University SharksJan 24
- L61-63at Saint Francis Red WolvesJan 19
- W62-57at Mercyhurst LakersJan 17
- W85-82vs Chicago State CougarsJan 10
- L69-76at Central Connecticut Blue DevilsJan 9
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Long Island University | 24-11 | - | 15-3 |
| Central Connecticut | 18-12 | 3 | 12-6 |
| Mercyhurst | 17-17 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Le Moyne | 15-17 | 5 | 10-8 |
| New Haven | 14-17 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Wagner | 14-17 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Stonehill | 12-21 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Fairleigh Dickinson | 11-21 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Saint Francis | 7-24 | 10 | 5-13 |
| Chicago State | 7-25 | 10 | 5-13 |
Box score
| Stat | Stonehill Skyhawks | Chicago State Cougars |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 19-42 | 26-49 |
| Field goal % | 45 | 53 |
| Three-pointers | 9-25 | 6-15 |
| Three-point % | 36 | 40 |
| Free throws | 8-11 | 10-12 |
| Free throw % | 73 | 83 |
| Rebounds | 20 | 27 |
| Offensive rebounds | 5 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 15 | 19 |
| Assists | 15 | 15 |
| Steals | 2 | 9 |
| Blocks | 1 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 11 | 24 |
| Fast-break points | 7 | 7 |
| Points in the paint | 18 | 26 |
| Fouls | 11 | 12 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 22 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 96 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half18-35Ridvan Tutic makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half19-35Ridvan Tutic makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half19-37Stephen Byard makes driving layup
- 1st Half19-38Stephen Byard makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half20-38Hermann Koffi makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half23-38Ethan Meuser makes 25-foot three point jumper (Hermann Koffi assists)
- 2nd Half23-39Marcus Tankersley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half23-41Corey Sands makes 19-foot pullup jump shot (Marcus Tankersley assists)
- 2nd Half25-41Ridvan Tutic makes layup
- 2nd Half27-41Ethan Meuser makes driving layup (Rex Sunderland assists)
- 2nd Half27-43Corey Sands makes driving layup
- 2nd Half27-45Dailliss Cox makes layup (Corey Sands assists)
- 2nd Half27-47CJ Ray makes 6-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half30-47Hermann Koffi makes 23-foot three point jumper (Davante Hackett assists)
- 2nd Half30-49Doyel Cockrill III makes 12-foot floating jump shot (Marcus Tankersley assists)
- 2nd Half30-52CJ Ray makes 25-foot three point jumper (Doyel Cockrill III assists)
- 2nd Half32-52Rex Sunderland makes layup (Davante Hackett assists)
- 2nd Half34-52Eino Montin makes layup (Davante Hackett assists)
- 2nd Half36-52Chas Stinson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half36-54Stephen Byard makes 11-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half39-54Hermann Koffi makes 24-foot three point jumper (Davante Hackett assists)
- 2nd Half41-54Chas Stinson makes driving layup (Hermann Koffi assists)
- 2nd Half43-54Davante Hackett makes layup
- 2nd Half43-55CJ Ray makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half43-56CJ Ray makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half43-58CJ Ray makes layup
- 2nd Half43-60Dailliss Cox makes 13-foot jumper (Corey Sands assists)
- 2nd Half45-60Hermann Koffi makes 16-foot turnaround jump shot (Ethan Meuser assists)
- 2nd Half46-60Hermann Koffi makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half47-60Hermann Koffi makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half48-60Hermann Koffi makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half51-60Davante Hackett makes 25-foot three point jumper (Chas Stinson assists)
- 2nd Half51-61Marcus Tankersley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-62Marcus Tankersley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-62Raymond Espinal-Guzman makes 4-foot dunk (Rex Sunderland assists)
- 2nd Half53-64CJ Ray makes 2-foot dunk (Corey Sands assists)
- 2nd Half53-65Braelon Bush makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-66Braelon Bush makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-68Corey Sands makes layup
- 2nd Half55-68Chas Stinson makes layup
Win probability
Above the line favours Chicago State Cougars, below favours Stonehill Skyhawks.
Venue
- Jones Convocation CenterChicago, IL
- Attendance183
- OfficialsNathan Hall, Tim Smith, Michael Kashirsky
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