Lumberjacks Defeat Vaqueros 73-60 in Home Matchup
Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · William R. Johnson Coliseum
Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks 73, UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros 60, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros vs Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks?
Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks beat UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros 73-60 at William R. Johnson Coliseum on December 3, 2025.
Who was favored in UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros vs Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks?
Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -285 (about 74% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup at the William R. Johnson Coliseum, the Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks secured a 73-60 victory over the UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros. This win improves the Lumberjacks' home record to 7-2, while the Vaqueros fall to 2-6 on the road this season.
Both teams entered the game with contrasting recent forms. The Lumberjacks had a record of 6-2 overall and were looking to bounce back after a loss to the UT Arlington Mavericks on November 29, where they fell short with a score of 61-66. In their last ten games, they recorded a mixed 5-5, averaging 74.2 points scored and allowing 74.3 points per game. Their home record stood at 3-2, with their last five games showing a slight improvement, where they averaged 71.8 points scored and 68.2 points allowed.
On the other hand, the Vaqueros were struggling with a 2-5 record away from home and had lost their last two games, including a recent defeat against the Illinois Fighting Illini, where they lost 73-87. Over their last ten games, they managed a record of 4-6, with an average of 80.5 points scored and 81.4 points allowed. Their away record was particularly concerning at 1-6, and in their last five games, they averaged 82.0 points scored while allowing 74.2 points.
The matchup was notable not only for the teams' current standings but also for their previous encounters. This game marked their third meeting in the 2025 season, with the Lumberjacks having won the last matchup on February 11 with a score of 85-75, while the Vaqueros had previously edged them out 68-65 on December 6, 2024. The overall head-to-head record now stands at 1-1 for the season.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but such factors can often play a significant role in game outcomes, particularly in college basketball where depth can be tested.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Lumberjacks favored by 6.5 points, with a total set at 143.5. The odds reflected the Lumberjacks' stronger home performance and the Vaqueros' struggles on the road, with a moneyline of -285 for SFA and +230 for UTRGV.
Conditions during the game were typical for indoor basketball, ensuring no external weather factors influenced play. Fans could expect to see a competitive matchup, with both teams needing to capitalize on their scoring opportunities. The Lumberjacks' ability to maintain their scoring average while tightening their defense proved crucial in this game.
The Lumberjacks took control early and maintained their lead throughout the game. Key moments included a series of free throws made by Julien Gomez and Keon Thompson, which helped extend their lead in the second half. The final scoring plays highlighted the Lumberjacks' effective execution down the stretch, with Jerald Colonel contributing with a layup that brought the score to 73-58 before Jaylen Washington added a late layup for the Vaqueros to finalize the score at 73-60.
Overall, the Lumberjacks showcased their strength at home, while the Vaqueros will need to regroup and address their away performance as they continue through the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SFA -6.5 | 143.5 o -110 / u -110 | UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros +230 · Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks -285 |
Leaders
- PointsNarit Chotikavanic13Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks
- AssistsKeon Thompson6Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks
- ReboundsChrishawn Christmas10Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks
- PointsJaylen Washington15UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros
- AssistsKoree Cotton3UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros
- ReboundsKoree Cotton8UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros
Recent form
Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks
Last 10: 5-5Streak L174.2 scored · 74.3 allowed per game3-2 at home
- L61-66at UT Arlington MavericksNov 29
- W63-60at Pepperdine WavesNov 22
- L78-80at Fresno State BulldogsNov 19
- W76-66vs Abilene Christian WildcatsNov 15
- W81-69at Rice OwlsNov 12
- W90-65vs Arkansas State Red WolvesNov 8
- W103-76vs Millsaps MajorsNov 3
- L64-95vs McNeese CowboysMar 4
- L70-94vs Nicholls ColonelsMar 1
- L56-72at Houston Christian HuskiesFeb 25
UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros
Last 10: 4-6Streak L280.5 scored · 81.4 allowed per game1-6 away
- L73-87at Illinois Fighting IlliniNov 25
- L67-74at Missouri State BearsNov 22
- W110-53vs Southwestern Adventist KnightsNov 18
- L65-85at Boise State BroncosNov 12
- W95-72at Southern Utah ThunderbirdsNov 9
- L81-96at Baylor BearsNov 4
- W77-76vs SE Louisiana LionsMar 4
- W88-78vs LSU New Orleans PrivateersMar 1
- L65-100at McNeese CowboysFeb 25
- L84-93at Nicholls ColonelsFeb 22
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 | UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros | Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 22-62 | 24-62 |
| Field goal % | 35 | 39 |
| Three-pointers | 4-16 | 8-24 |
| Three-point % | 25 | 33 |
| Free throws | 12-16 | 17-24 |
| Free throw % | 75 | 71 |
| Rebounds | 40 | 44 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 11 |
| Defensive rebounds | 30 | 33 |
| Assists | 9 | 12 |
| Steals | 4 | 5 |
| Blocks | 5 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 8 | 7 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 6 | 9 |
| Fast-break points | 7 | 8 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 26 |
| Fouls | 18 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 1 | 16 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 6 | 93 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half34-42Lateef Patrick made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half34-43Lateef Patrick made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half34-44Ahamed Mohammed made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half34-45Narit Chotikavanic made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half34-46Chrishawn Christmas made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half34-47Chrishawn Christmas made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half34-49Lateef Patrick made Jumper.
- 2nd Half36-49Filip Brankovic made Layup. Assisted by Zae Blake.
- 2nd Half36-52Ahamed Mohammed made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half38-52Koree Cotton made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half39-52Zae Blake made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half39-54Lateef Patrick made Jumper. Assisted by Gediminas Alisas.
- 2nd Half40-54Koree Cotton made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half41-54Koree Cotton made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half41-56Chrishawn Christmas made Layup. Assisted by Gediminas Alisas.
- 2nd Half41-57Chrishawn Christmas made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half43-57Dane Christensen made Layup. Assisted by Koree Cotton.
- 2nd Half45-57Koree Cotton made Layup.
- 2nd Half45-59Chrishawn Christmas made Layup.
- 2nd Half48-59Dane Christensen made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Koree Cotton.
- 2nd Half49-59Dane Christensen made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-59Dane Christensen made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-60Keon Thompson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-61Keon Thompson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-62Narit Chotikavanic made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-63Narit Chotikavanic made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-65Keon Thompson made Layup.
- 2nd Half51-65Julien Gomez made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-65Julien Gomez made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-67Keon Thompson made Layup.
- 2nd Half54-67Jaylen Washington made Jumper.
- 2nd Half54-68Keon Thompson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-68Jaylen Washington made Layup.
- 2nd Half56-69Narit Chotikavanic made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-69Julien Gomez made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-69Julien Gomez made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-70Keon Thompson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-71Keon Thompson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-73Jerald Colonel made Layup. Assisted by Ahamed Mohammed.
- 2nd Half60-73Jaylen Washington made Layup.
Win probability
Above the line favours Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks, below favours UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros.
Venue
- William R. Johnson ColiseumNacogdoches, TX
- Attendance1513
- OfficialsJohnny Wilkins, Shaun Seales, Anthony Thomas
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