| Current: | 2024–25 Incarnate Word Cardinals men's basketball team |
| Incarnate Word Cardinals | |
| University: | University of the Incarnate Word |
| Conference: | Southland |
| Record: | 551–371 |
| Location: | San Antonio, Texas |
| Coach: | Shane Heirman |
| Arena: | McDermott Convocation Center |
| Capacity: | 2,000 |
| Nickname: | Cardinals |
| Ncaaroundof32: | 2002* |
| Ncaatourneys: | 2002*, 2009*, 2010* *at Division II level |
The Incarnate Word Cardinals men's basketball team represents the University of the Incarnate Word in San Antonio, Texas, United States. They are currently led by first-year head coach Shane Heirman. Beginning in 2013, the Cardinals made the jump to NCAA Division I and joined the Southland Conference.[1] As part of their transition from Division II to Division I, they were not eligible for postseason play until 2018. They play their home games at the McDermott Convocation Center.
The Cardinals have appeared in the CollegeInsider.com Postseason Tournament (CIT) one time. They have a record of 0–1. The 2015 CIT was their first postseason appearance since joining Division I.
| First round | L 68–83 |
The Cardinals have appeared in the NCAA Division II Tournament three times. Their combined record is 1–3.
| Regional Quarterfinals | Tarleton State | W 72–59 | ||
| Regional semifinals | Northwest Missouri State | L 56–61 | ||
| Regional Quarterfinals | Midwestern State | L 82–87 | ||
| Regional Quarterfinals | Midwestern State | L 71–91 |