Southeast Missouri State Defeats Tennessee Tech 89-73
Saturday, February 28, 2026, 5:00 PM ET · Show Me Center
Southeast Missouri State Redhawks 89, Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles 73, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles vs Southeast Missouri State Redhawks?
Southeast Missouri State Redhawks beat Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles 89-73 at Show Me Center on February 28, 2026.
Who was favored in Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles vs Southeast Missouri State Redhawks?
Southeast Missouri State Redhawks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -285 (about 74% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Southeast Missouri State Redhawks defeated the Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles 89-73 at the Show Me Center. This victory highlights Southeast Missouri State's strong season, finishing with a home record of 19-12 compared to Tennessee Tech's 13-18 overall record. The Redhawks have been particularly effective at home, demonstrating their ability to capitalize on home-court advantage.
Southeast Missouri State entered this game with a recent form of 8-2 over their last ten games, though they faced a setback with a loss to the Tennessee State Tigers just a day prior. Their scoring average in this stretch has been 72.3 points per game while allowing 66.5 points. In contrast, Tennessee Tech's recent performance has been slightly better, with a record of 6-4 in their last ten games, although they also lost their last game against the UT Martin Skyhawks. The Golden Eagles averaged 71.7 points scored and allowed 67.6 points during this period.
At home, Southeast Missouri State has a record of 3-1 in their last four games, while Tennessee Tech has struggled on the road with a 2-3 record in their last five away games. This fixture was also notable for its historical context, as Southeast Missouri State has won two of the last three meetings against Tennessee Tech, including a previous victory earlier in the season.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide any specific details on player availability, which can often impact team performance. However, both teams have shown resilience in their recent matchups despite any potential absences.
The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had Southeast Missouri State favored by 7.5 points, with a total set at 141.5. The odds reflected the expectation of a competitive game, but the Redhawks' strong home performance likely influenced the spread.
Conditions during the game were not detailed in the block, but the atmosphere at the Show Me Center typically provides a lively environment conducive to high-energy basketball.
Viewers should have noted the standout performance of Brendan Terry, who contributed significantly in the second half, including a notable 24-foot three-point jumper that capped off the scoring for the Redhawks. The game showcased Southeast Missouri State's offensive capabilities and their ability to maintain control, particularly in the latter stages of the match.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SEMO -7.5 | 141.5 o -112 / u -108 | Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles +230 · Southeast Missouri State Redhawks -285 |
Leaders
- PointsLuke Almodovar21Southeast Missouri State Redhawks
- AssistsTroy Cole Jr.3Southeast Missouri State Redhawks
- ReboundsTroy Cole Jr.8Southeast Missouri State Redhawks
- PointsDani Pounds24Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles
- AssistsTy Owens3Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles
- ReboundsDani Pounds4Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles
Recent form
Southeast Missouri State Redhawks
Last 10: 8-2Streak L172.3 scored · 66.5 allowed per game3-1 at home
- L71-79vs Tennessee State TigersFeb 27
- W70-65at Little Rock TrojansFeb 21
- W56-53at UT Martin SkyhawksFeb 18
- W73-61at Lindenwood LionsFeb 14
- L56-74at SIU Edwardsville CougarsFeb 13
- W90-65vs Southern Indiana Screaming EaglesFeb 7
- W82-70vs Morehead State EaglesFeb 6
- W77-59at Eastern Illinois PanthersJan 31
- W78-74at Western Illinois LeathernecksJan 30
- W70-65vs Little Rock TrojansJan 23
Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles
Last 10: 6-4Streak L171.7 scored · 67.6 allowed per game2-3 away
- L49-64at UT Martin SkyhawksFeb 27
- W72-57vs Lindenwood LionsFeb 21
- W62-52vs SIU Edwardsville CougarsFeb 20
- W82-74at Southern Indiana Screaming EaglesFeb 14
- L66-73at Morehead State EaglesFeb 13
- L54-60vs Eastern Illinois PanthersFeb 7
- W97-72vs Western Illinois LeathernecksFeb 6
- W90-85at Tennessee State TigersFeb 3
- W87-77vs Little Rock TrojansJan 31
- L58-62at SIU Edwardsville CougarsJan 24
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Tennessee State | 23-11 | - | 13-5 |
| Mercer | 19-13 | 2 | 11-7 |
| Wofford | 19-13 | 2 | 11-7 |
| Samford | 18-14 | 2 | 11-7 |
| Furman | 22-13 | 3 | 10-8 |
| Western Carolina | 15-16 | 3 | 10-8 |
| UNC Greensboro | 15-19 | 4 | 9-9 |
| Chattanooga | 13-19 | 6 | 7-11 |
| The Citadel | 11-22 | 6 | 7-11 |
| VMI | 6-26 | 12 | 1-17 |
| Tennessee State | 23-10 | - | 15-5 |
| Morehead State | 20-13 | - | 15-5 |
| Southeast Missouri State | 20-13 | 1 | 14-6 |
| UT Martin | 22-11 | 2 | 13-7 |
| SIU Edwardsville | 19-13 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Lindenwood | 18-15 | 4 | 11-9 |
| Little Rock | 12-20 | 6 | 9-11 |
| Tennessee Tech | 13-18 | 6 | 8-12 |
| Eastern Illinois | 13-20 | 7 | 8-12 |
| Southern Indiana | 7-23 | 11 | 4-16 |
| Western Illinois | 5-26 | 14 | 1-19 |
Box score
| Stat | Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles | Southeast Missouri State Redhawks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 22-50 | 31-58 |
| Field goal % | 44 | 53 |
| Three-pointers | 4-16 | 7-18 |
| Three-point % | 25 | 39 |
| Free throws | 25-30 | 20-25 |
| Free throw % | 83 | 80 |
| Rebounds | 25 | 29 |
| Offensive rebounds | 4 | 6 |
| Defensive rebounds | 21 | 23 |
| Assists | 9 | 9 |
| Steals | 2 | 6 |
| Blocks | 1 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 8 | 4 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 4 | 12 |
| Fast-break points | 5 | 19 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 46 |
| Fouls | 17 | 22 |
| Largest lead | 11 | 19 |
| Lead changes | 8 | 8 |
| Time in front | 47 | 52 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half46-51Dani Pounds makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half46-53Brendan Terry makes 2-foot dunk (BJ Ward assists)
- 2nd Half46-55Luke Almodovar makes layup (Brendan Terry assists)
- 2nd Half46-56Brendan Terry makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-56Dani Pounds makes 4-foot dunk (Ty Owens assists)
- 2nd Half48-59Luke Almodovar makes 26-foot three point jumper (Troy Cole Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half49-59Mekhi Cameron makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-59Mekhi Cameron makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-60Blaize Sagna makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-61Blaize Sagna makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-63Marqueas Bell makes layup
- 2nd Half52-63Ty Owens makes 15-foot jumper
- 2nd Half53-63Ty Owens makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-63Ty Owens makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-66BJ Ward makes 23-foot three point jumper (Braxton Stacker assists)
- 2nd Half54-68Landren Blocker makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half57-68Brandon Muntu makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jacobe Whitted assists)
- 2nd Half59-68Dani Pounds makes 10-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half60-68Dani Pounds makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-68Dani Pounds makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-68Ty Owens makes layup
- 2nd Half64-68Ty Owens makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half64-70Troy Cole Jr. makes 4-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half66-70Dani Pounds makes layup
- 2nd Half67-70Dani Pounds makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half67-71Brendan Terry makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-72Brendan Terry makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-75Braxton Stacker makes 23-foot three point jumper (Troy Cole Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half67-77Luke Almodovar makes layup
- 2nd Half67-79Troy Cole Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half69-79JaJuan Nicholls makes layup (Ty Owens assists)
- 2nd Half69-81Luke Almodovar makes driving layup
- 2nd Half69-82Luke Almodovar makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half70-82Dani Pounds makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-84Brendan Terry makes layup
- 2nd Half70-85Brendan Terry makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-86Brendan Terry makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-89Brendan Terry makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half72-89Brandon Muntu makes layup
- 2nd Half73-89Ty Owens makes free throw 1 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Southeast Missouri State Redhawks, below favours Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles.
Venue
- Show Me CenterCape Girardeau, MO
- Attendance3200
- OfficialsAaron Denton, David Carter, Phil Cudd
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