McNeese Cowboys Defeat Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders 70-54
Saturday, February 21, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · Townsley Law Arena
McNeese Cowboys 70, Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders 54, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders vs McNeese Cowboys?
McNeese Cowboys beat Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders 70-54 at Townsley Law Arena on February 21, 2026.
Who was favored in Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders vs McNeese Cowboys?
McNeese Cowboys were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1350 (about 93% implied). The favorite won.
The McNeese Cowboys secured a decisive victory over the Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders with a final score of 70-54 at the Townsley Law Arena. This win extends McNeese's dominance over the Islanders, marking their fourth consecutive victory in head-to-head matchups, as they have now won all three meetings this season and last.
McNeese entered the game with a strong home record of 23-5 and had been performing well recently, boasting an 8-2 record over their last ten games, including a four-game winning streak. They averaged 75.3 points scored while allowing 64.2 points during this stretch. Their last five games showed an impressive average of 77.2 points scored against 63.6 allowed, indicating a solid offensive and defensive performance.
On the other hand, the Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders had a mixed record of 14-14 for the season, with a recent performance of 5-5 in their last ten games, including a one-game losing streak. They averaged 70.2 points scored and 70.3 points allowed in that span. Their last five games reflected a scoring average of 74.8 points while allowing 74.4, suggesting a struggle to maintain defensive consistency.
In terms of home and away performance, McNeese has been particularly strong at home, going 3-0 in their last three home games, while Texas A&M-Corpus Christi held a 2-1 record in their away games but struggled overall with a home record of 3-4.
The injury picture did not provide any specific details that might have affected the teams' performances in this matchup. However, both teams were likely looking to field their best lineups, as the stakes were high in this late-season contest.
From the betting perspective, DraftKings set the odds with McNeese favored by 14.5 points, indicating strong confidence in their ability to win decisively. The total for the game was set at 139.5, reflecting expectations for a moderately high-scoring affair.
The game conditions were typical for a college basketball matchup, with both teams looking to establish their rhythm early. McNeese's offensive execution was highlighted by key scoring plays, including a notable three-point jumper by DJ Richards Jr. and a driving layup from Tyshawn Archie, both of which contributed to their lead.
As the game progressed, McNeese maintained control, with significant contributions from players like Cenker Evran and Larry Johnson, who both added to the scoring through free throws in the closing moments. The Cowboys' ability to capitalize on free throw opportunities and their consistent scoring from various players proved pivotal in their victory.
Overall, the matchup showcased McNeese's strength at home and their ability to dominate the Islanders, further solidifying their position as a formidable team in the league.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | MCN -14.5 | 139.5 o -110 / u -110 | Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders +800 · McNeese Cowboys -1350 |
Leaders
- PointsLarry Johnson23McNeese Cowboys
- AssistsGarwey Dual5McNeese Cowboys
- ReboundsLarry Johnson10McNeese Cowboys
- PointsNick Shogbonyo20Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders
- AssistsD'Avian Houston5Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders
- ReboundsCenker Evran8Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders
Recent form
McNeese Cowboys
Last 10: 8-2Streak W475.3 scored · 64.2 allowed per game3-0 at home
- W75-64at Northwestern State DemonsFeb 17
- W97-54at East Texas A&M LionsFeb 14
- W73-69vs Houston Christian HuskiesFeb 10
- W81-64vs Incarnate Word CardinalsFeb 7
- L60-67at Stephen F. Austin LumberjacksFeb 3
- W64-63at Lamar CardinalsFeb 1
- W76-66at SE Louisiana LionsJan 28
- W82-63vs LSU New Orleans PrivateersJan 24
- W69-53at Texas A&M-Corpus Christi IslandersJan 19
- L76-79at UT Rio Grande Valley VaquerosJan 17
Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders
Last 10: 5-5Streak L170.2 scored · 70.3 allowed per game2-1 away
- L68-78vs Stephen F. Austin LumberjacksFeb 17
- W76-63vs Lamar CardinalsFeb 14
- L78-84at LSU New Orleans PrivateersFeb 10
- W83-76at Nicholls ColonelsFeb 7
- L69-71vs Incarnate Word CardinalsFeb 3
- W73-71vs Houston Christian HuskiesJan 31
- L55-64vs UT Rio Grande Valley VaquerosJan 27
- W79-71at Incarnate Word CardinalsJan 24
- L53-69vs McNeese CowboysJan 19
- W68-56vs SE Louisiana LionsJan 17
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 | Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders | McNeese Cowboys |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 20-45 | 25-57 |
| Field goal % | 44 | 44 |
| Three-pointers | 9-22 | 4-18 |
| Three-point % | 41 | 22 |
| Free throws | 5-8 | 16-22 |
| Free throw % | 63 | 73 |
| Rebounds | 29 | 33 |
| Offensive rebounds | 6 | 11 |
| Defensive rebounds | 23 | 22 |
| Assists | 13 | 12 |
| Steals | 2 | 11 |
| Blocks | 1 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 22 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 4 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 9 | 25 |
| Fast-break points | 4 | 5 |
| Points in the paint | 20 | 40 |
| Fouls | 19 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 8 | 19 |
| Lead changes | 5 | 5 |
| Time in front | 22 | 65 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half26-29Larry Johnson makes 1-foot dunk (Tyshawn Archie assists)
- 2nd Half26-31Jacolb Fredson-Cole makes layup
- 2nd Half26-32Jacolb Fredson-Cole makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half26-34Jerrell Colbert makes 0-foot dunk (Larry Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half26-36Larry Johnson makes 1-foot dunk (Garwey Dual assists)
- 2nd Half28-36Nick Shogbonyo makes 19-foot jumper (D'Avian Houston assists)
- 2nd Half28-38Garwey Dual makes 2-foot jumper
- 2nd Half31-38Nick Shogbonyo makes 22-foot three point jumper (D'Avian Houston assists)
- 2nd Half34-38Nick Shogbonyo makes 24-foot three point jumper (Kam Parker assists)
- 2nd Half34-39Garwey Dual makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half34-40Garwey Dual makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half34-43Larry Johnson makes 23-foot three point jumper (Garwey Dual assists)
- 2nd Half34-46Larry Johnson makes 24-foot three point jumper (Garwey Dual assists)
- 2nd Half35-46D'Avian Houston makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half36-46D'Avian Houston makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half36-48Tyshawn Archie makes driving layup
- 2nd Half38-48Daniel Michelini-Jackson makes driving layup (D'Avian Houston assists)
- 2nd Half38-50Larry Johnson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half41-50Mason Gibson makes 23-foot three point jumper (Kobi Pearson assists)
- 2nd Half43-50Franck Yetna makes 1-foot dunk
- 2nd Half43-52Tyshawn Archie makes driving layup
- 2nd Half43-53Jacolb Fredson-Cole makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half43-54Jacolb Fredson-Cole makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half43-56DJ Richards Jr. makes 18-foot jumper (Larry Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half45-56Mason Gibson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half45-58Jerrell Colbert makes 1-foot dunk (Larry Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half45-59Jerrell Colbert makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half46-59Daniel Michelini-Jackson makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half47-59Daniel Michelini-Jackson makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half49-59Sheldon Williams makes layup
- 2nd Half49-60Carl Cherenfant makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half49-61Carl Cherenfant makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half49-64DJ Richards Jr. makes 23-foot three point jumper (Garwey Dual assists)
- 2nd Half49-66Tyshawn Archie makes driving layup
- 2nd Half51-66Cenker Evran makes layup (D'Avian Houston assists)
- 2nd Half51-67Tyshawn Archie makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-68Tyshawn Archie makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-69Larry Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-70Larry Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-70Nick Shogbonyo makes 25-foot three point jumper (Mason Gibson assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours McNeese Cowboys, below favours Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders.
Venue
- Townsley Law ArenaLake Charles, LA
- Attendance3298
- OfficialsBrent Dugas, Danny Chance, Damien Richard
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