LIU Sharks Host Wagner Seahawks After Gordon's 22-Point Game

The Sharks look to bounce back from a close loss as the Seahawks aim to improve their NEC record.

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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The Long Island Sharks (17-9, 11-2 NEC) will host the Wagner Seahawks (9-15, 4-9 NEC) in a Northeast Conference matchup on Monday evening. The Sharks are coming off a narrow 55-52 defeat to the New Haven Chargers, in which Greg Gordon scored 22 points for LIU. Wagner has struggled in conference play this season, going 4-9 against NEC opponents.

Why it matters

This game is an important conference matchup for both teams as they look to improve their positioning in the NEC standings. LIU is currently in second place in the conference, while Wagner is near the bottom. A win for the Sharks would help them maintain their spot near the top, while a victory for the Seahawks could provide a much-needed boost to their conference record.

The details

The Sharks have been strong at home this season, going 8-1 in New York. LIU has a 5-7 record against teams over .500. Wagner, on the other hand, has struggled against conference opponents, going 4-9. The Seahawks have a 4-5 record in games decided by at least 10 points. LIU averages 5.9 made 3-pointers per game, while Wagner allows 7.3 per game. Wagner averages 7.5 made 3-pointers per game, compared to LIU's 6.1 allowed.

  • The game will be played on Monday, February 15, 2026 at 7 p.m. EST.
  • This is the first meeting of the season between LIU and Wagner in conference play.

The players

Greg Gordon

A key player for the LIU Sharks, scoring 22 points in their previous game against the New Haven Chargers.

Malachi Davis

Averaging 14.4 points and 3.5 assists per game for the LIU Sharks.

Jaden Baker

Averaging 9.5 points and 3.3 assists per game for the Wagner Seahawks.

Nick Jones

Averaging 16.4 points per game over the last 10 games for the Wagner Seahawks.

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What they’re saying

“We must come out strong and focused against a tough Wagner team. This is an important conference game for us.”

— Greg Gordon (mymotherlode.com)

What’s next

The winner of this game will look to build momentum as they continue their conference schedule, while the loser will aim to rebound in their next matchup.

The takeaway

This Northeast Conference clash between the LIU Sharks and Wagner Seahawks features two teams heading in different directions. LIU is firmly in the hunt for the conference title, while Wagner is struggling to find its footing in league play. The outcome of this game could have significant implications for both teams' postseason aspirations.