Lindenwood Edges UT Martin in Thrilling Finish
Thursday, February 12, 2026, 8:30 PM ET · Hyland Arena
Lindenwood Lions 75, UT Martin Skyhawks 74, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won UT Martin Skyhawks vs Lindenwood Lions?
Lindenwood Lions beat UT Martin Skyhawks 75-74 at Hyland Arena on February 12, 2026.
Who was favored in UT Martin Skyhawks vs Lindenwood Lions?
Lindenwood Lions were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -120 (about 55% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Lindenwood Lions emerged victorious over the UT Martin Skyhawks with a final score of 75-74. This game showcased the competitive spirit of both teams, with the Lions improving their record to 17-10 while the Skyhawks fell to 19-8. The game took place at Hyland Arena, where the Lions have been working to establish a strong home presence.
Lindenwood's recent form has been a mix of ups and downs, with a record of 5-5 in their last ten games. They entered this matchup on a one-game winning streak, having defeated the Little Rock Trojans 79-74 in their previous outing. The Lions have averaged 75.7 points scored and 74.7 points allowed over their last ten games, indicating a propensity for high-scoring affairs. However, their home record has been less impressive, standing at 1-3 in their last four home games.
On the other hand, UT Martin has had a strong season overall, boasting a record of 19-7. Despite their recent struggles, with an 8-2 record in their last ten games, they faced a setback with a loss to Morehead State, which snapped their winning streak. The Skyhawks have averaged 67.9 points scored and allowed only 58.3 points during this stretch, highlighting their defensive capabilities. Their away record has also been solid, standing at 4-1 in their last five away games.
The two teams have met three times recently, with Lindenwood holding a 2-1 advantage in their head-to-head record. Their most recent encounter prior to this game was on January 17, 2026, where Lindenwood lost 55-69 at UT Martin. In contrast, they had previously won two close matches against the Skyhawks, including a narrow 52-51 victory on February 7, 2025.
In terms of injuries, the block does not specify any key players missing from either side, which allowed both teams to field their strongest lineups. This absence of injuries likely contributed to the high level of competition displayed throughout the game.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Lindenwood favored by 1.5 points, with a total set at 145.5. The odds indicated a competitive matchup, reflecting the close nature of the teams' records and performances leading into the game. The home moneyline was listed at -120, while the away moneyline was at +100, further emphasizing the expectation of a tightly contested game.
Conditions during the game were conducive to a high-paced contest, with both teams showcasing their offensive and defensive strategies. Fans witnessed a thrilling second half, where the lead changed hands multiple times. Key scoring plays included a crucial three-point jumper by Vladimir Khryapa that put UT Martin ahead momentarily, and a driving layup by Mekhi Cooper that secured the win for Lindenwood in the closing moments.
Viewers should have noted the strategic adjustments made by both coaches as the game progressed, particularly in the final minutes. The Lions' ability to execute under pressure ultimately allowed them to secure the narrow victory, a testament to their resilience and determination in front of their home crowd.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | LIN -1.5 | 145.5 o -110 / u -110 | UT Martin Skyhawks +100 · Lindenwood Lions -120 |
Leaders
- PointsJadis Jones22Lindenwood Lions
- AssistsDontrez Williams5Lindenwood Lions
- ReboundsMekhi Cooper7Lindenwood Lions
- PointsFilip Radakovic13UT Martin Skyhawks
- AssistsAfan Trnka9UT Martin Skyhawks
- ReboundsAndrija Bukumirovic6UT Martin Skyhawks
Recent form
Lindenwood Lions
Last 10: 5-5Streak W175.7 scored · 74.7 allowed per game1-3 at home
- W79-74at Little Rock TrojansFeb 6
- L72-78vs SIU Edwardsville CougarsFeb 4
- W79-78at Morehead State EaglesJan 31
- W73-60at Southern Indiana Screaming EaglesJan 30
- L86-96vs Tennessee State TigersJan 24
- W89-68vs Tennessee Tech Golden EaglesJan 23
- L55-69at UT Martin SkyhawksJan 17
- W88-76at Southeast Missouri State RedhawksJan 16
- L74-82vs Little Rock TrojansJan 10
- L62-66at SIU Edwardsville CougarsJan 7
UT Martin Skyhawks
Last 10: 8-2Streak L167.9 scored · 58.3 allowed per game4-1 away
- L55-61vs Morehead State EaglesFeb 7
- W76-54vs Southern Indiana Screaming EaglesFeb 6
- W55-52vs Little Rock TrojansFeb 4
- W84-44at Western Illinois LeathernecksJan 31
- W76-68at Eastern Illinois PanthersJan 30
- L50-66at Southeast Missouri State RedhawksJan 21
- W69-55vs Lindenwood LionsJan 17
- W65-59vs SIU Edwardsville CougarsJan 16
- W73-56at Southern Indiana Screaming EaglesJan 11
- W76-68at Morehead State EaglesJan 9
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | UT Martin Skyhawks | Lindenwood Lions |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 27-53 | 30-54 |
| Field goal % | 51 | 56 |
| Three-pointers | 9-23 | 4-17 |
| Three-point % | 39 | 24 |
| Free throws | 11-21 | 11-14 |
| Free throw % | 52 | 79 |
| Rebounds | 29 | 30 |
| Offensive rebounds | 11 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 18 | 22 |
| Assists | 16 | 17 |
| Steals | 14 | 10 |
| Blocks | 4 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 17 | 17 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 22 | 28 |
| Fast-break points | 16 | 19 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 50 |
| Fouls | 17 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 13 | 11 |
| Lead changes | 7 | 7 |
| Time in front | 47 | 47 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half42-31Dontrez Williams makes layup
- 1st Half42-34Mekhi Cooper makes 25-foot three point jumper (Dontrez Williams assists)
- 1st Half42-36Dontrez Williams makes 4-foot dunk (Clayton Jackson assists)
- 1st Half44-36Luca Colceag makes 3-foot dunk
- 1st Half44-39Clayton Jackson makes 26-foot three point jumper (Mekhi Cooper assists)
- 2nd Half44-41Milos Nenadic makes 4-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half47-41Matas Deniusas makes 26-foot three point jumper (Pedro Santos assists)
- 2nd Half47-43Clayton Jackson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half49-43Pedro Santos makes layup (Matas Deniusas assists)
- 2nd Half49-45Jadis Jones makes layup (Anias Futrell assists)
- 2nd Half49-48Anias Futrell makes 24-foot three point jumper (Mekhi Cooper assists)
- 2nd Half51-48Filip Radaković makes layup (Filip Petkovski assists)
- 2nd Half53-48Filip Radaković makes driving layup
- 2nd Half53-50Dontrez Williams makes 2-foot dunk
- 2nd Half53-51Anias Futrell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-52Anias Futrell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-54Jadis Jones makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half55-54Andrija Bukumirović makes 14-foot jumper (AJ Hopkins assists)
- 2nd Half55-56Jadis Jones makes layup
- 2nd Half55-57Jadis Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-58Jadis Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-60Milos Nenadic makes layup
- 2nd Half55-62Dontrez Williams makes layup
- 2nd Half55-64Jadis Jones makes layup (Dontrez Williams assists)
- 2nd Half58-64Pedro Santos makes 24-foot three point jumper (Afan Trnka assists)
- 2nd Half60-64Afan Trnka makes driving layup
- 2nd Half63-64Afan Trnka makes 25-foot three point jumper (Pedro Santos assists)
- 2nd Half63-66Anias Futrell makes 16-foot jumper
- 2nd Half64-66Afan Trnka makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half64-68Dontrez Williams makes driving layup (Anias Futrell assists)
- 2nd Half66-68Andrija Bukumirović makes 8-foot jumper
- 2nd Half68-68Pedro Santos makes 1-foot dunk
- 2nd Half68-69Dontrez Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-69Andrija Bukumirović makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-69Vladimir Khryapa makes 24-foot three point jumper (Afan Trnka assists)
- 2nd Half72-71Milos Nenadic makes layup (Jadis Jones assists)
- 2nd Half73-71Afan Trnka makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-71Afan Trnka makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-73Milos Nenadic makes layup (Dontrez Williams assists)
- 2nd Half74-75Mekhi Cooper makes driving layup
Win probability
Above the line favours Lindenwood Lions, below favours UT Martin Skyhawks.
Venue
- Hyland ArenaSaint Charles, MO
- Attendance1005
- OfficialsEric Lowe, Kenneth Moreland, Sean West
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