Texas State Tops UL Monroe in Close Contest
Saturday, January 3, 2026, 3:45 PM ET · Fant-Ewing Coliseum
Texas State Bobcats 84, UL Monroe Warhawks 79, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Texas State Bobcats vs UL Monroe Warhawks?
Texas State Bobcats beat UL Monroe Warhawks 84-79 at Fant-Ewing Coliseum on January 3, 2026.
Who was favored in Texas State Bobcats vs UL Monroe Warhawks?
Texas State Bobcats were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -550 (about 85% implied). The favorite won.
The Texas State Bobcats edged out the UL Monroe Warhawks with a final score of 84-79 in a closely contested game at Fant-Ewing Coliseum. This matchup was particularly noteworthy as it highlighted the contrasting fortunes of the two teams in the NCAAB season. Texas State entered the game with a record of 9-7, while UL Monroe struggled with a 3-13 record, showcasing their difficulties throughout the season.
In terms of recent form, UL Monroe has been on a downward trajectory, recording a 2-8 record in their last ten games. They have lost their last five games, averaging 74.7 points scored while allowing a staggering 85.4 points per game. Their latest outing saw them lose to Southern Miss Golden Eagles with a score of 73-87. In contrast, Texas State has been more competitive, with a 5-5 record in their last ten games, although they recently suffered a loss to Troy Trojans, 80-100. The Bobcats averaged 72.2 points scored and allowed 70.4 points during this stretch.
At home, UL Monroe has a record of 2-4, while Texas State has struggled on the road with an 0-3 away record. This game was critical for both teams, with UL Monroe looking to break their losing streak and Texas State aiming to bounce back after their recent defeat.
Historically, Texas State has had the upper hand in their previous meetings, holding a 2-0 record against UL Monroe in the current season. In their last encounter on February 20, 2025, Texas State won decisively with a score of 80-63. The previous matchup on February 14, 2025, also saw Texas State triumph, winning 72-60.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but both teams were looking to field their best lineups to secure a win. The betting market reflected Texas State's favor, with DraftKings listing them as 10.5-point favorites. The total for the game was set at 150.5, indicating expectations for a competitive scoring environment.
The conditions at Fant-Ewing Coliseum were conducive to an exciting game, with both teams needing to capitalize on their scoring opportunities. Viewers were treated to key plays, including Renars Sondors' impressive three-point jumper that pushed Texas State's lead to 78-73 in the second half, and DJ Hall's tip-in layup that further extended their advantage.
Ultimately, the game showcased the resilience of Texas State as they navigated through UL Monroe's efforts to close the gap. Despite the loss, UL Monroe's scoring prowess was evident, but they could not contain Texas State's offensive push in the final moments. The matchup underscored the ongoing challenges for UL Monroe while highlighting Texas State's potential as they look to build on this victory.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | TXST -10.5 | 150.5 o -105 / u -115 | Texas State Bobcats -550 · UL Monroe Warhawks +410 |
Leaders
- PointsLavell Brodnex23UL Monroe Warhawks
- AssistsKrystian Lewis6UL Monroe Warhawks
- ReboundsLavell Brodnex7UL Monroe Warhawks
- PointsMark Drone24Texas State Bobcats
- AssistsKaden Gumbs7Texas State Bobcats
- ReboundsDJ Hall7Texas State Bobcats
Recent form
UL Monroe Warhawks
Last 10: 2-8Streak L574.7 scored · 85.4 allowed per game2-4 at home
- L73-87vs Southern Miss Golden EaglesJan 1
- L85-94at Kansas State WildcatsDec 28
- L62-76vs Louisiana Ragin' CajunsDec 20
- L92-96vs South Alabama JaguarsDec 18
- L79-104at Miami HurricanesDec 13
- W79-69vs Arkansas Baptist BuffaloesDec 9
- L76-96at Stephen F. Austin LumberjacksDec 7
- W66-52vs Mississippi Valley State Delta DevilsDec 4
- L55-97at East Tennessee State BuccaneersNov 23
- L80-83vs Morehead State EaglesNov 23
Texas State Bobcats
Last 10: 5-5Streak L172.2 scored · 70.4 allowed per game0-3 away
- L80-100at Troy TrojansDec 31
- W67-65vs South Alabama JaguarsDec 20
- L70-89vs Arkansas State Red WolvesDec 18
- W86-83vs Southern JaguarsDec 11
- L72-77at Rice OwlsDec 4
- L74-78vs Lehigh Mountain HawksNov 29
- L52-66at Seattle U RedhawksNov 28
- W93-41vs Texas Lutheran BulldogsNov 25
- W65-56vs Little Rock TrojansNov 22
- W63-49vs Abilene Christian WildcatsNov 19
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Troy | 22-12 | - | 12-6 |
| South Alabama | 21-12 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Arkansas State | 20-12 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Texas State | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Marshall | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Coastal Carolina | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| App State | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| James Madison | 18-15 | 3 | 9-9 |
| Southern Miss | 19-16 | 3 | 9-9 |
| Georgia Southern | 21-16 | 4 | 8-10 |
| Old Dominion | 12-21 | 5 | 7-11 |
| Louisiana | 11-22 | 5 | 7-11 |
| Georgia State | 10-22 | 5 | 7-11 |
| UL Monroe | 4-28 | 11 | 1-17 |
Box score
| Stat | Texas State Bobcats | UL Monroe Warhawks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 36-70 | 28-56 |
| Field goal % | 51 | 50 |
| Three-pointers | 4-14 | 12-24 |
| Three-point % | 29 | 50 |
| Free throws | 8-12 | 11-16 |
| Free throw % | 67 | 69 |
| Rebounds | 40 | 25 |
| Offensive rebounds | 16 | 4 |
| Defensive rebounds | 24 | 21 |
| Assists | 21 | 14 |
| Steals | 12 | 8 |
| Blocks | 2 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 14 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 19 | 11 |
| Fast-break points | 13 | 3 |
| Points in the paint | 48 | 28 |
| Fouls | 16 | 10 |
| Largest lead | 11 | 5 |
| Lead changes | 3 | 3 |
| Time in front | 80 | 12 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half46-45Lavell Brodnex makes 2-foot dunk
- 2nd Half48-45Kaden Gumbs makes driving layup
- 2nd Half48-46Krystian Lewis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-47Krystian Lewis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-47Mark Drone makes driving layup
- 2nd Half50-49Renars Sondors makes driving layup
- 2nd Half52-49DJ Hall makes 15-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half52-52Krystian Lewis makes 23-foot three point jumper (Lavell Brodnex assists)
- 2nd Half53-52Robert Fields makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-52Robert Fields makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half57-52DJ Hall makes layup
- 2nd Half57-54MJ Russell makes layup
- 2nd Half59-54Robert Fields makes layup (DJ Hall assists)
- 2nd Half60-54Robert Fields makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-57MJ Russell makes 24-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half60-58Lavell Brodnex makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-58Jalen Bolden makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half62-60Krystian Lewis makes driving layup
- 2nd Half62-61Krystian Lewis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-61Kaden Gumbs makes 15-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half66-61Mark Drone makes driving layup (Kaden Gumbs assists)
- 2nd Half67-61Mark Drone makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half67-64Krystian Lewis makes 23-foot three point jumper (MJ Russell assists)
- 2nd Half69-64Tay Knox makes layup (Kyndall Davis assists)
- 2nd Half71-64Kaden Gumbs makes 12-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half71-65Renars Sondors makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-66Renars Sondors makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-66Mark Drone makes 24-foot three point jumper (Kyndall Davis assists)
- 2nd Half74-68MJ Russell makes driving layup
- 2nd Half76-68Mark Drone makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half78-68DJ Hall makes layup (Kaden Gumbs assists)
- 2nd Half78-70MJ Russell makes driving layup (Krystian Lewis assists)
- 2nd Half78-73Renars Sondors makes 25-foot three point jumper (Dylan Diaz assists)
- 2nd Half80-73DJ Hall makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half80-75Renars Sondors makes driving layup
- 2nd Half80-76Renars Sondors makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half82-76Jalen Bolden makes layup (Kaden Gumbs assists)
- 2nd Half82-79Lavell Brodnex makes 23-foot three point jumper (Renars Sondors assists)
- 2nd Half83-79Kaden Gumbs makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half84-79Kaden Gumbs makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours UL Monroe Warhawks, below favours Texas State Bobcats.
Venue
- Fant-Ewing ColiseumMonroe, LA
- Attendance1412
- OfficialsArt Vaulk, John Johnson, RJ Johnson
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