Troy Edges UL Monroe in Nail-Biting Finish
Wednesday, February 18, 2026, 7:30 PM ET · Fant-Ewing Coliseum
Troy Trojans 77, UL Monroe Warhawks 76, 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 Troy Trojans vs UL Monroe Warhawks?
Troy Trojans beat UL Monroe Warhawks 77-76 at Fant-Ewing Coliseum on February 18, 2026.
Who was favored in Troy Trojans vs UL Monroe Warhawks?
Troy Trojans were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -2800 (about 97% implied). The favorite won.
In a thrilling encounter at Fant-Ewing Coliseum, the Troy Trojans narrowly defeated the UL Monroe Warhawks with a final score of 77-76. This matchup was particularly significant as it highlighted the contrasting fortunes of the two teams this season. Troy entered the game with a solid away record of 18-10, while UL Monroe struggled with a home record of just 4-24.
Both teams came into the game with differing recent forms. UL Monroe had managed only one win in their last ten games, posting a record of 1-8-1 and currently riding a three-game losing streak. They averaged 60.6 points scored while allowing 75.4 points per game during this stretch. Their last five games showed an average of 77.2 points scored and 86.6 points allowed, indicating defensive struggles. In contrast, Troy had a record of 6-4 in their last ten games, although they were also on a two-game losing streak. They averaged 74.4 points scored and allowed 70.8 points during this period, with their last five games yielding an average of 64.8 points scored and 68.2 points allowed.
The game was tightly contested throughout, with both teams exchanging leads. UL Monroe had a brief moment of hope when they tied the game at 75-75 late in the second half. However, Troy managed to regain the lead with a driving layup from Kerrington Kiel, sealing the game in the closing moments. The scoring plays in the final minutes were crucial, with key free throws from Krystian Lewis and Cobi Campbell contributing to Troy's narrow victory.
Historically, UL Monroe has struggled against Troy, having lost all previous meetings in the current season, with a head-to-head record of 0-2. In their earlier encounters, UL Monroe lost 50-87 and 58-77, showcasing the challenges they faced against this opponent.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but the overall performance of both teams indicated that they were fielding their regular lineups. The market had set the odds with Troy as a heavy favorite at -17.5, according to DraftKings, reflecting the expectations surrounding their performance against UL Monroe.
The game conditions were typical for this time of year, with both teams needing to adapt to the indoor environment of Fant-Ewing Coliseum. Fans witnessed a competitive atmosphere, with the stakes high for both teams. As the game progressed, viewers saw intense defensive efforts and strategic plays that kept the outcome uncertain until the final buzzer.
Overall, this matchup was a testament to the resilience of the Troy Trojans, who managed to secure a hard-fought victory against a struggling UL Monroe team. The final score of 77-76 not only reflects the close nature of the contest but also underscores the ongoing challenges faced by UL Monroe this season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | TROY -17.5 | 153.5 o -112 / u -108 | Troy Trojans -2800 · UL Monroe Warhawks +1300 |
Leaders
- PointsKrystian Lewis19UL Monroe Warhawks
- AssistsKrystian Lewis6UL Monroe Warhawks
- ReboundsAlex Molofeev7UL Monroe Warhawks
- PointsKerrington Kiel15Troy Trojans
- AssistsThomas Dowd6Troy Trojans
- ReboundsThomas Dowd11Troy Trojans
Recent form
UL Monroe Warhawks
Last 10: 1-8-1Streak L360.6 scored · 75.4 allowed per game0-3 at home
- L84-95at Texas State BobcatsFeb 14
- L70-103at Arkansas State Red WolvesFeb 12
- L68-73vs Ball State CardinalsFeb 7
- W85-79at Old Dominion MonarchsFeb 5
- L79-83vs Coastal Carolina ChanticleersFeb 1
- D0-0vs Georgia Southern EaglesJan 30
- L43-59at App State MountaineersJan 23
- L60-115at Marshall Thundering HerdJan 22
- L57-77vs Georgia State PanthersJan 17
- L60-70at Southern Miss Golden EaglesJan 10
Troy Trojans
Last 10: 6-4Streak L274.4 scored · 70.8 allowed per game3-2 away
- L65-69at Southern Miss Golden EaglesFeb 15
- L62-74at Texas State BobcatsFeb 12
- W79-69vs Akron ZipsFeb 7
- W74-63at Georgia State PanthersFeb 5
- L44-66vs App State MountaineersJan 31
- L64-73vs James Madison DukesJan 30
- W83-78at Georgia Southern EaglesJan 24
- W83-77at Old Dominion MonarchsJan 22
- W99-74vs Arkansas State Red WolvesJan 17
- W91-65vs Southern Miss Golden EaglesJan 15
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 | Troy Trojans | UL Monroe Warhawks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 26-58 | 27-66 |
| Field goal % | 45 | 41 |
| Three-pointers | 8-29 | 5-25 |
| Three-point % | 28 | 20 |
| Free throws | 17-26 | 17-23 |
| Free throw % | 65 | 74 |
| Rebounds | 41 | 34 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 31 | 24 |
| Assists | 13 | 13 |
| Steals | 3 | 6 |
| Blocks | 4 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 4 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 4 | 8 |
| Fast-break points | 2 | 6 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 34 |
| Fouls | 22 | 20 |
| Largest lead | 6 | 6 |
| Lead changes | 16 | 16 |
| Time in front | 42 | 40 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half43-44Lavell Brodnex makes 0-foot alley oop dunk (Krystian Lewis assists)
- 2nd Half46-44Victor Valdes makes 23-foot three point jumper (Thomas Dowd assists)
- 2nd Half46-46Krystian Lewis makes driving layup
- 2nd Half46-47Krystian Lewis makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half46-49Alex Molofeev makes 1-foot dunk
- 2nd Half47-49Kerrington Kiel makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half47-51Ayomide Bamisile makes layup
- 2nd Half49-51Jerrell Bellamy makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half49-53Micah Caster makes 7-foot floating jump shot (MJ Russell assists)
- 2nd Half49-55Krystian Lewis makes 16-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half52-55Cooper Campbell makes 25-foot three point jumper (Thomas Dowd assists)
- 2nd Half54-55Kerrington Kiel makes driving layup
- 2nd Half55-55Kerrington Kiel makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half55-57Micah Caster makes 6-foot jumper (Krystian Lewis assists)
- 2nd Half57-57Thomas Dowd makes driving layup
- 2nd Half57-58Renars Sondors makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-59Renars Sondors makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-59Cooper Campbell makes 24-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half62-59Kerrington Kiel makes driving layup
- 2nd Half62-61Krystian Lewis makes 21-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half63-61Thomas Dowd makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-61Thomas Dowd makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-64Alex Molofeev makes 22-foot three point jumper (Lavell Brodnex assists)
- 2nd Half65-64Jerrell Bellamy makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-64Kerrington Kiel makes layup
- 2nd Half68-64Kerrington Kiel makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half70-64Jerrell Bellamy makes layup (Kerrington Kiel assists)
- 2nd Half70-66Krystian Lewis makes driving layup
- 2nd Half70-67Krystian Lewis makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half71-67Kerrington Kiel makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-67Kerrington Kiel makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-69Krystian Lewis makes 5-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half72-70Krystian Lewis makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half73-70Cobi Campbell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half73-72MJ Russell makes driving layup
- 2nd Half74-72Victor Valdes makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-72Victor Valdes makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-75Renars Sondors makes 25-foot three point jumper (Krystian Lewis assists)
- 2nd Half75-76Renars Sondors makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half77-76Kerrington Kiel makes driving layup
Win probability
Above the line favours UL Monroe Warhawks, below favours Troy Trojans.
Venue
- Fant-Ewing ColiseumMonroe, LA
- Attendance1621
- OfficialsByron Evans, Ryan Christian, Erroll Lewis
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