Northwestern State Demons vs Incarnate Word Cardinals predictions, Feb 23, 2026

Feb 22, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

NCAA College Basketball, on Monday,

Northwestern State

Incarnate Word Cardinals

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On February 23, 2026, the Northwestern State Demons will host the Incarnate Word Cardinals in an NCAA college basketball matchup. Recent performance indicates a contrasting trajectory for both teams. The Demons have won 3 of their last 5 games, showcasing a solid offensive strategy that leverages their home-court advantage. Their ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities and maintain defensive resilience has been critical to their recent successes.

Conversely, the Cardinals have struggled, winning only 1 of their last 5 matches. This slump can be attributed to inconsistencies in both scoring efficiency and defensive execution, which have left them vulnerable against their opponents. With a bookmaker’s odds of 1.7 for the home side and 1.97 for the away team, the Demons are slightly favored, reflecting their stronger form.

Probability forecasts give the Demons a 52.5% chance of winning, while the Cardinals hold a 47.5% chance. As both teams head into this matchup, Northwestern State will aim to leverage their recent momentum, while Incarnate Word will be desperate to turn their fortunes around. With both squads possessing unique tactical strengths, the outcome remains uncertain, setting the stage for a competitive clash.

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Northwestern State
53.7%		 Incarnate Word
46.3%

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Betting Odds

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Pinnacle 1.70 1.97

Latest Results

21.02.26 Northwestern State Demons basketball – Houston Christian Huskies basketball – 71:53
16.02.26 Northwestern State Demons basketball – McNeese State Cowboys basketball – 64:75
14.02.26 Northwestern State Demons basketball – Southeastern Louisiana Lions basketball – 69:66
09.02.26 Lamar Cardinals basketball – Northwestern State Demons basketball – 68:70
07.02.26 East Texas A&M Lions basketball – Northwestern State Demons basketball – 52:48		 21.02.26 East Texas A&M Lions basketball – Incarnate Word Cardinals basketball – 73:82
16.02.26 Incarnate Word Cardinals basketball – New Orleans Privateers basketball – 64:78
14.02.26 Incarnate Word Cardinals basketball – Nicholls State Colonels basketball – 83:91
09.02.26 Southeastern Louisiana Lions basketball – Incarnate Word Cardinals basketball – 74:62
07.02.26 McNeese State Cowboys basketball – Incarnate Word Cardinals basketball – 81:64

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Northwestern State won 4.
  • Recent performances by Northwestern State have been up and down (last 5 games: 3 wins).
  • Incarnate Word‘s performance has dropped in recent matches (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).
  • In this match, both teams are almost equally likely to win.
  • We predict that Northwestern State will win today’s game, with odds of 1.7.
  • In the last 16 head-to-head matches, Northwestern State won 13 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 1207:1064. (average 75.4:66.5).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Northwestern State won 6 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 535:457. (average 76.4:65.3).

    Latest Head To Head

    17.01.26 Incarnate Word Cardinals basketball – Northwestern State Demons basketball – 76:74
    03.03.25 Northwestern State Demons basketball – Incarnate Word Cardinals basketball – 73:57
    05.12.24 Incarnate Word Cardinals basketball – Northwestern State Demons basketball – 70:72
    17.02.24 Incarnate Word Cardinals basketball – Northwestern State Demons basketball – 61:81
    13.01.24 Northwestern State Demons basketball – Incarnate Word Cardinals basketball – 97:71

    Standings

    NCAA College Basketball Outrights

    1. Michigan Wolverines: 4.55 (13.2%)

    2. Duke Blue Devils: 5.1 (11.78%)

    3. Arizona Wildcats: 5.9 (10.18%)

    4. Houston Cougars: 8.5 (7.07%)

    5. Florida Gators: 10.5 (5.72%)

    6. Illinois Fighting Illini: 10.8 (5.56%)

    7. Iowa State: 12.4 (4.85%)

    8. Connecticut Huskies: 15.6 (3.85%)

    9. Purdue Boilermakers: 23.6 (2.55%)

    10. Kansas Jayhawks: 27 (2.23%)

    11. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 37 (1.62%)

    12. Arkansas Razorbacks: 39 (1.54%)

    13. St. Johns Sonics: 50 (1.2%)

    14. Michigan State Spartans W: 50 (1.2%)

    15. Michigan State: 50.25 (1.2%)

    16. St. Johns Red Storm: 50.25 (1.2%)

    17. Tennessee Volunteers: 53.4 (1.13%)

    18. Alabama Crimson Tide: 53.4 (1.13%)

    19. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 57.4 (1.05%)

    20. Louisville: 57.4 (1.05%)

    21. Vanderbilt Commodores: 73.4 (0.82%)

    22. Virginia Cavaliers: 76.2 (0.79%)

    23. Brigham Young: 76.2 (0.79%)

    24. VCU Rams: 100 (0.6%)

    25. UC Irvine: 100 (0.6%)

    26. High Point: 100 (0.6%)

    27. Liberty: 100 (0.6%)

    28. St. Marys (CA): 100 (0.6%)

    29. McNeese State: 100 (0.6%)

    30. Utah State: 100 (0.6%)

    31. Yale: 100 (0.6%)

    32. Saint Marys: 100 (0.6%)

    33. North Carolina: 100.2 (0.6%)

    34. Wisconsin Badgers: 105.2 (0.57%)

    35. Clemson: 105.2 (0.57%)

    36. Kentucky Wildcats: 105.2 (0.57%)

    37. Iowa Hawkeyes: 110.2 (0.55%)

    38. St. Louis Billikens: 110.2 (0.55%)

    39. NC State: 110.2 (0.55%)

    40. Texas Tech: 120.2 (0.5%)

    41. UCF Knights: 120.2 (0.5%)

    42. Texas A&M: 120.2 (0.5%)

    43. Villanova Wildcats: 130.2 (0.46%)

    44. Indiana Hoosiers: 130.2 (0.46%)

    45. SMU Mustangs: 130.2 (0.46%)

    46. Auburn Tigers: 130.2 (0.46%)

    47. Miami (FL): 130.2 (0.46%)

    48. Texas Longhorns: 130.2 (0.46%)

    49. UCLA: 130.2 (0.46%)

    50. Ohio State Buckeyes: 150.2 (0.4%)

    51. Georgia Bulldogs: 150.2 (0.4%)

    52. USC Trojans: 150.2 (0.4%)

    53. Virginia Tech: 180.2 (0.33%)

    54. Seton Hall Pirates: 180.2 (0.33%)

    55. New Mexico: 180.2 (0.33%)

    56. San Diego State: 180.2 (0.33%)

    57. Oklahoma State: 180.2 (0.33%)

    58. Missouri Tigers: 230.2 (0.26%)

    59. Santa Clara: 230.2 (0.26%)

    60. Miami (Ohio): 230.2 (0.26%)

    61. TCU: 280.2 (0.21%)

    62. Baylor Bears: 501 (0.12%)

    63. California Golden Bears: 1001 (0.06%)

    64. West Virginia: 1001 (0.06%)

    65. Oklahoma Sooners: 1001 (0.06%)

    66. Stanford Cardinal: 1001 (0.06%)

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