Stephen F. Austin (SFA) men's basketball is looking to extend a six-game winning streak as they face Southeastern Louisiana on New Year's Eve. The Lumberjacks are unbeaten in Southland Conference play, sitting at 4-0, after last defeating Northwestern State 74-64. Star players Keon Thompson and Lateef Patrick contributed significantly in their latest game, helping SFA achieve an impressive 11 wins this season, the highest before the new year since 2019-20.

By the Numbers
  • SFA leads Southland with a 1.65 assist-to-turnover ratio, ranking 31st nationally.
  • They average 40.23 rebounds per game, the highest in the Southland Conference.
Yes, But

While SFA is excelling in various statistics, their competition is still challenging, especially with upcoming matches against teams that have shown improvement this season, adding pressure to maintain their winning form.

State of Play
  • SFA is rated 120th in the Pomeroy Ratings, trailing McNeese, which is at 67th.
  • The Lumberjacks are ranked 98th in the NCAA's NET Rankings.
What's Next

Following the matchup against Southeastern Louisiana, SFA will continue to leverage their momentum as they look forward to challenging upcoming opponents in the Southland Conference, aiming to solidify their leading position.

Bottom Line

To remain competitive, SFA must capitalize on their strong defensive and rebounding performance while continuing to develop their scoring capabilities against top conference rivals, ensuring they can keep pace for the postseason.