| MATCHUP | New Orleans Privateers | Texas A&M-CC Islanders |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 15-17 | 12-10 |
| Spread | +1.5 -112 | -1.5 -108 |
| Moneyline | -105 | -115 |
| Total | Over 143.5 (-105) | Under 143.5 (-115) |
| Where | T-Mobile Center, Kansas City, MO | |
| When | Monday, March 9, 2026 | |
| Time | 06:00 PM EDT | |
| TV | ESPN+ | |
The Texas A&M–Corpus Christi Islanders and the New Orleans Privateers will meet on Monday evening in a Southland Conference Tournament matchup at the Legacy Center in Lake Charles, Louisiana.
Texas A&M Corpus Christi Islanders Betting Preview
The Texas A&M–Corpus Christi Islanders enter Monday’s matchup with a 17–14 overall win-loss record, including a 13–9 mark in conference play and a 7–9 record on the road. The Islanders have compiled wins over Houston Christian, Incarnate Word and Northwestern State, while dropping games to McNeese, Nicholls and Lamar.
It is noteworthy that these teams met last month. Who prevailed? Four weeks ago, the New Orleans Privateers defeated the Texas A&M Corpus Christi Islanders 84-78.
The Texas A&M Corpus Christi Islanders are averaging 68.7 points on 43.5 percent shooting from the field and 33.8 percent from behind the arc per game. Defensively, the Islanders are allowing opponents 70 points per contest which ranks 59th in the nation.
Senior forward Sheldon Williams leads the Texas A&M Corpus Christi Islanders averaging 11.8 points, 6.9 rebounds and 1 assist per game. Senior guard Mason Gibson provides the Islanders with additional backcourt stability contributing 10.7 points, 2 rebounds and 1 steal per contest.
New Orleans Privateers Betting Preview
The New Orleans Privateers enter Monday’s matchup with a 15-17 overall record, including a 12–10 mark in conference play and a 9-11 record on the road. The Privateers have compiled wins over TCU, Tulane and UT Rio Grande Valley, while dropping games to LSU, Fresno State, Texas Tech and the Mississippi State Bulldogs.
Earlier this season, in the New Orleans Privateers convincing 85-69 victory over UT Rio Grande Valley, Privateers guard Jakevion Buckley amassed 32 points (12 of 20 shooting from the field), 5 rebounds, 4 assists and 2 steals illustrating his ability to lead the Privateers offense.
The New Orleans Privateers are averaging 75 points on 44.5 percent shooting from the field and 32 percent shooting from behind the arc per game. Defensively, the Privateers are allowing opponents 78.4 points per game which ranks a dreadful 276th 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 Texas A&M Corpus Christi Islanders Will Win
• Strong conference play. The Texas A&M Corpus Christi Islanders have amassed a 13-9 record in Southland conference play this season.
• Defensive consistency. The Texas A&M Corpus Christi Islanders are allowing just 70 points per game which ranks 59th in the country.
• Strong interior presence. Senior forward Sheldon Williams leads the Texas A&M Corpus Christi Islanders averaging 11.8 points, 6.9 rebounds and 1 assist per game.
Why the New Orleans Privateers Will Win
• Competitive conference play. The New Orleans Privateers have amassed a 12–10 record in conference play.
• Confidence. The New Orleans Privateers defeated the Texas A&M Corpus Christi Islanders last month.
Texas A&M Corpus Christi vs. New Orleans Prediction
Texas A&M Corpus Christi’s rebounding edge, interior physicality, and superior defense give the Islanders the more stable path to victory in this tournament matchup. New Orleans quality guard play could keep the Privateers competitive, but their inconsistency on the glass and reliance on pace make it difficult to project them sustaining forty minutes of play against a well-rested Islanders team. With that said, Texas A&M Corpus Christi’s matchup advantages, tournament momentum, and ability to dictate the interior point toward a separation late in this contest. I am backing the Texas A&M Corpus Christi Islanders to cover the 1.5 points in this game.