"McNeese's +427 scoring differential (outscoring opponents by 13.7 points per game) is a result of scoring 80 points per game (85th in college basketball) while allowing 66.3 per outing (23rd in college basketball). The Cowboys score 11 more points than the Vaqueros give up (69)."
"The Cowboys are scoring 88.4 points per game this year in home games, which is 16.5 more points than they're averaging on the road (71.9). McNeese's offense has been less productive over its last 10 games, putting up 73.6 points a contest compared to the 80 it has averaged this year."
The No. 2 seed McNeese Cowboys (26-5, 19-3 Southland) will compete against No. 3 seed UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros (19-13, 14-8 Southland) in a Southland tournament matchup on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at 9:30 p.m. ET at The Legacy Center. McNeese defeated Nicholls State 75-65 with Larry Johnson scoring 25 points, while UT Rio Grande Valley topped the same opponent 86-68 with Filip Brankovic contributing 21 points. McNeese demonstrates superior offensive performance, scoring 80 points per game while allowing 66.3, creating a +427 scoring differential. The Cowboys score 11 more points than the Vaqueros allow defensively. McNeese averages 88.4 points at home compared to 71.9 on the road. The game will be broadcast on ESPN+.
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