Incarnate Word vs. SE Louisiana: Live Score, Date & Time – Southland Conference Basketball

Incarnate Word, SE Louisiana Set to Clash in Southland Conference Matchup

Hammond, Louisiana – Monday, February 9, 2026, will see the Incarnate Word Cardinals (10-14, 5-10 Southland) face off against the SE Louisiana Lions (7-17, 4-11 Southland) at the University Center in Hammond, Louisiana. The game is scheduled to begin at 7:00 p.m. EST.

The Lions are looking to improve their home record, currently standing at 4-5. SE Louisiana has struggled with scoring margin this season, being outscored by an average of 5.4 points per game. Conversely, Incarnate Word holds an eighth-place ranking in the Southland Conference, conceding an average of 74.1 points while limiting opponents to 46.6% shooting from the field.

The scoring dynamics of this matchup suggest a potential contrast in styles. SE Louisiana averages 64.1 points per game, a figure 10 points lower than what Incarnate Word allows. The Cardinals, meanwhile, demonstrate a proficiency in three-point shooting, making an average of 8.7 successful three-pointers per game – 1.7 more than SE Louisiana typically concedes.

This will be the first conference game between the two teams this season.

Leading the charge for the Lions is Isaiah Gaines, who is averaging 10.8 points, and 6.1 rebounds per game. Makhi Myles has been a consistent threat from beyond the arc recently, averaging 1.4 made three-pointers over his last ten games. For the Cardinals, Davion Bailey is the primary scoring option, averaging 18.1 points per game. Tahj Staveskie has also been a key contributor, averaging 17.0 points over his last ten appearances.

Recent form indicates a challenging stretch for both teams. The Lions have gone 3-7 in their last ten games, averaging 61.8 points, 28.8 rebounds, 11.5 assists, 5.4 steals, and 2.9 blocks while shooting 41.0% from the field. Opponents have averaged 68.2 points against them during this period. Incarnate Word has fared similarly, posting a 2-8 record in their last ten games, with averages of 67.2 points, 29.1 rebounds, 10.2 assists, 4.9 steals, and 3.2 blocks. Their shooting percentage is 42.2%, while opponents have averaged 76.9 points.

The game promises a competitive contest as both teams seek to improve their standing in the Southland Conference. The Cardinals’ three-point shooting prowess will be a key factor to watch, while the Lions will need a strong performance from Gaines and Myles to overcome their scoring deficit.