- Matchup: Eastern Washington Eagles vs Sacramento State Hornets
- Date: Thursday, February 19, 2026
- Venue: Hornet Pavilion, Sacramento, CA
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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The Eastern Washington Eagles (9-17) are set to visit Hornet Pavilion this Thursday as they face off against the Sacramento State Hornets (9-16).
In their previous outing, the Eastern Washington Eagles triumphed over Weber State, securing an 84-66 victory. Eastern Washington concluded the game with an impressive 60.0% shooting percentage (30 out of 50) and made 7 of 17 attempts from beyond the arc. From the free-throw line, the Eagles converted 17 of 21 shots, achieving an efficiency of 81.0%. They dominated the boards with 28 rebounds, including 3 offensive boards, and recorded 17 assists while forcing 8 turnovers and collecting 6 steals. Defensively, they limited Weber State to a 38.9% shooting mark on 21 of 54 attempts. Weber State managed 8 assists and secured 7 steals, alongside grabbing 22 rebounds (5 offensive and 17 defensive) without any blocks. They shot 80.8% from the charity stripe with 21 of 26 successful conversions and struggled from long range, making just 3 of 19 attempts. Both teams committed 21 fouls during the match.
Key player Alton Hamilton IV stood out with 24 points, shooting 7 for 10, in 29 minutes of play. He also recorded 5 rebounds and 3 assists, boasting a field goal percentage of 70.0%.
This season, Eastern Washington holds a record of 9-17, averaging 77.1 points per game (ranking 155th in Division 1) with a field goal percentage of 46.6%. They’ve managed a 35.8% success rate from three-point territory (191 of 533) and a 75.8% efficiency from the free-throw line. Collectively, they are gathering 31.8 rebounds per game and registering 338 assists, placing them 259th nationally in assists. Their turnover rate stands at 12.6 per game, and they average 18.2 fouls per contest.
Defensively, the Eagles force 11.6 turnovers on average and commit 18.5 fouls per game. They allow their foes to shoot 35.7% from three and rank 334th nationally in points allowed per game (80.1). Opponents shoot at a 48.2% success rate against them (725 of 1,503), and Eastern Washington gives up an average of 32.7 rebounds per game. They currently sit 236th in college basketball for assists surrendered, totaling 366 this season.
In their last game, the Sacramento State Hornets faced Northern Arizona, losing 79-74. They allowed Northern Arizona to collect 30 rebounds (8 offensive). Sacramento State struggled from distance, hitting only 30.8% of their shots (8 of 26), and ended the game shooting 21 of 33 from the free-throw line (63.6%). Defensively, they let Northern Arizona shoot 49.0% from the field (25 of 51), while they shot 44.6% by making 25 out of 56 attempts. From beyond the arc, Sacramento State converted only 4 of 21 attempts (19.0%), but hit 20 of 26 foul shots for a percentage of 76.9%. Northern Arizona committed 20 fouls, providing the Hornets with ample opportunities at the free-throw line. Sacramento State secured 23 defensive and 9 offensive rebounds for a total of 32 boards in the game.
For Sacramento State, Jahni Summers was a standout performer, contributing 18 points in 39 minutes on the floor. He made 7 of 16 shots for a field goal percentage of 43.8% and added 5 rebounds.
This season, Sacramento State holds a record of 9-16. They average 18.6 fouls per game and excel at the free-throw line with a shooting percentage of 77.9%. They average 13.0 assists per game (254th in the nation) and have a turnover rate of 11.2 per game. Offensively, the Hornets have scored 1,972 points this season, averaging 78.9 points per game, along with 35.2 rebounds per contest. They’ve managed to achieve a field goal percentage of 42.1%, ranking 322nd in college basketball.
On defense, the Hornets rank 348th in D-1, allowing an average of 82.3 points per game. They force 12.2 turnovers a game and permit opponents to shoot 45.9% from the field (283rd in D-1). Sacramento State’s opponents succeed 33.7% from three-point range (220 of 652) and convert 73.5% of their free throws. They yield 16.9 assists and 39.2 rebounds each game, which ranks them 350th and 357th, respectively, in the country.
Who will claim victory in tonight’s NCAA matchup against the spread?
Prediction: Go with Sacramento State
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