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New Orleans vs Stephen F. Austin Prediction 2/23/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks
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| MATCHUP | New Orleans Privateers | Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 13-15 | 25-3 |
| Spread | +12.5 -102 | -12.5 -118 |
| Moneyline | +700 | -1100 |
| Total | Over 149.5 (-115) | Under 149.5 (-105) |
| Where | William R. Johnson Coliseum, Nacogdoches, TX | |
| When | Monday, February 23, 2026 | |
| Time | 07:30 PM EST | |
| TV | ESPN+ | |
The New Orleans Privateers and the Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks will meet on Monday night in a Southland Conference matchup at William R. Johnson Coliseum in Nacogdoches, Texas.
Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks Betting Preview
The Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks enter Monday evening’s game with a 25–3 overall win-loss record, including a robust 18–1 mark in conference play and an undefeated 15-0 record at home. The Lumberjacks have compiled wins over Arkansas State, UL Monroe, Rice and UT Rio Grande Valley, while dropping games to UT Arlington and the Fresno State Bulldogs.
It should also be noted that these two teams met earlier this season. Who prevailed? Last month, the Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks defeated the New Orleans Privateers 84-79.
The Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks average 75.7 points on 44.8 percent shooting from the field and 36.5 percent shooting from three-point range per game. On the defensive side of the basketball, the Lumberjacks are allowing opponents just 65.8 points per game which ranks 7th in the country.
Senior guard Keon Thompson leads the Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks with 18.3 points, 5.1 rebounds, 4.4 assists and 1.1 steals per game. Junior guard Lateef Patrick contributes 15.1 points, 2.9 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 1.5 steals per game giving the Lumberjacks further backcourt stability.
New Orleans Privateers Betting Preview
The New Orleans Privateers enter Monday’s matchup with a 13-15 overall record, including an 11–8 mark in conference play and an 8-11 record on the road. The Privateers have compiled wins over Tulane, TCU, and UT Rio Grande Valley, while dropping games to LSU, Fresno State, Mississippi State and the Texas Tech Red Raiders.
Earlier this season, in the New Orleans Privateers 85-69 win over UT Rio Grande Valley earlier this season, New Orleans guard Jakevion Buckley tallied 32 points (12 of 20 shooting from the field), 5 rebounds, 4 assists and 2 steals showcasing his ability to lead the Privateers offense.
The New Orleans Privateers are averaging 75.3 points on 44.9 percent shooting from the field and 33 percent shooting from behind the arc per game. On the defensive side of the basketball, the Privateers are allowing opponents 78.9 points per game which ranks an abysmal 293rd in the nation.
Senior guard Jakevion Buckley leads the New Orleans Privateers with 14.2 points, 4.9 rebounds 5.3 assists and 1.9 steals per game. Senior guard Coleton Benson contributes 15.8 points, 2.9 rebounds and 1.6 assists per contest, giving the Privateers a second scoring option in the backcourt. Junior center Churchill Abass provides New Orleans with a presence in the paint averaging 8.7 points, 5.5 rebounds and 1.9 blocks per game.
Why the Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks Will Win
• Quality guard play. Senior guard Keon Thompson leads the Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks with 18.3 points, 5.1 rebounds, 4.4 assists and 1 steal per game.
• Confidence. Last month, the Lumberjacks defeated the New Orleans Privateers 84-79.
• Home court edge. The Lumberjacks have compiled an undefeated 15-0 record at home in 2025.
• Elite defense. The Lumberjacks are allowing opponents just 65.8 points per game which ranks 7th in the country.
Why the New Orleans Privateers Will Win
• Competitive conference play. The New Orleans Privateers have amassed an 11–8 record in conference play.
• Momentum. The Privateers arrive at tomorrow night’s contest on the heels of a two-game winning streak.
New Orleans vs Stephen F. Austin Prediction
This matchup features New Orleans quality perimeter shooting and balanced scoring against a Stephen F. Austin team that has been dominant in conference play and is undefeated at home. The Privateers defensive inconsistency make New Orleans difficult to trust on the road, especially against a Lumberjacks team that plays at an exceptionally high level at home. With that said, I think New Orleans has enough offense to keep them within the number (13.5) here. For the reasons just noted, I am backing the New Orleans Privateers plus the 13.5 points.
