UL Monroe Warhawks Defeat Arkansas Baptist Buffaloes 79-69
Tuesday, December 9, 2025, 1:00 PM ET · Fant-Ewing Coliseum
UL Monroe Warhawks 79, Arkansas Baptist Buffaloes 69, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Arkansas Baptist Buffaloes vs UL Monroe Warhawks?
UL Monroe Warhawks beat Arkansas Baptist Buffaloes 79-69 at Fant-Ewing Coliseum on December 9, 2025.
In a compelling matchup at Fant-Ewing Coliseum, the UL Monroe Warhawks secured a 79-69 victory over the Arkansas Baptist Buffaloes. This win marks a crucial moment for the Warhawks, who had been struggling with a recent form of 2-8 in their last ten games, including a one-game losing streak. The Warhawks averaged 70.8 points scored per game while allowing 79.5 points, highlighting their defensive challenges throughout the season. In contrast, the Buffaloes faced a tough stretch, losing all four of their last games and averaging just 60.0 points scored while conceding 90.2 points per game.
The Warhawks' recent performance included a notable win against the Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils, where they triumphed 66-52 at home. However, they had also suffered a heavy loss just days prior, falling 76-96 to the Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks. The home record for the Warhawks now stands at 3-7, with a home performance of 2-2 in their last four games. Conversely, the Buffaloes continued to struggle on the road, with an away record of 0-4 and their last five games resulting in an overall record of 0-4.
The game showcased several key scoring plays in the second half, including contributions from MJ Russell and Tray'von Thomas. Russell made critical free throws to extend the Warhawks' lead, while Thomas attempted to rally the Buffaloes with layups. Despite these efforts, the Buffaloes could not close the gap, ultimately falling short.
The matchup was critical for both teams, with the Warhawks needing a boost in confidence and the Buffaloes looking to break their losing streak. The market had favored the Warhawks with a home win probability of 1.0, reflecting their stronger position heading into the game. The conditions in the arena were conducive to a competitive atmosphere, with fans supporting the Warhawks as they sought to improve their season record.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but the performance of both teams could have been influenced by the health of key players. As the season progresses, the ability of each team to adapt and overcome challenges will be essential.
Overall, the Warhawks' victory over the Buffaloes not only adds a much-needed win to their record but also highlights the ongoing struggles for the Buffaloes, who will need to regroup and reassess their strategies moving forward.
Leaders
- PointsLavell Brodnex22UL Monroe Warhawks
- AssistsLavell Brodnex4UL Monroe Warhawks
- ReboundsLavell Brodnex18UL Monroe Warhawks
- PointsTray'von Thomas15Arkansas Baptist Buffaloes
- AssistsChristopher Hood3Arkansas Baptist Buffaloes
- ReboundsTray'von Thomas13Arkansas Baptist Buffaloes
Recent form
UL Monroe Warhawks
Last 10: 2-8Streak L170.8 scored · 79.5 allowed per game2-2 at home
- L76-96at Stephen F. Austin LumberjacksDec 7
- W66-52vs Mississippi Valley State Delta DevilsDec 4
- L55-97at East Tennessee State BuccaneersNov 23
- L80-83vs Morehead State EaglesNov 23
- L66-79vs Lamar CardinalsNov 18
- L61-72at Houston Christian HuskiesNov 14
- W88-55vs Rust BearcatsNov 11
- L65-86at Ole Miss RebelsNov 8
- L82-102at Northern Illinois HuskiesNov 4
- L69-73at Louisiana Ragin' CajunsMar 5
Arkansas Baptist Buffaloes
Last 4: 0-4Streak L460 scored · 90.2 allowed per game0-4 away
- L63-92at Little Rock TrojansNov 5
- L56-82at Grambling TigersDec 4
- L57-103at Alabama A&M BulldogsNov 12
- L64-84at Little Rock TrojansNov 5
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Troy | 22-12 | - | 12-6 |
| South Alabama | 21-12 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Arkansas State | 20-12 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Texas State | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Marshall | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Coastal Carolina | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| App State | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| James Madison | 18-15 | 3 | 9-9 |
| Southern Miss | 19-16 | 3 | 9-9 |
| Georgia Southern | 21-16 | 4 | 8-10 |
| Old Dominion | 12-21 | 5 | 7-11 |
| Louisiana | 11-22 | 5 | 7-11 |
| Georgia State | 10-22 | 5 | 7-11 |
| UL Monroe | 4-28 | 11 | 1-17 |
Box score
| Stat | Arkansas Baptist Buffaloes | UL Monroe Warhawks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 27-72 | 22-58 |
| Field goal % | 38 | 38 |
| Three-pointers | 1-16 | 4-20 |
| Three-point % | 6 | 20 |
| Free throws | 14-16 | 31-41 |
| Free throw % | 88 | 76 |
| Rebounds | 44 | 42 |
| Offensive rebounds | 15 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 29 | 30 |
| Assists | 4 | 13 |
| Steals | 11 | 5 |
| Blocks | 6 | 9 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 17 | 13 |
| Fast-break points | 7 | 7 |
| Points in the paint | 36 | 34 |
| Fouls | 24 | 12 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 14 |
| Lead changes | 3 | 3 |
| Time in front | 3 | 91 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half44-49Chris Harrison made Jumper.
- 2nd Half44-51Przemek Hartman made Jumper. Assisted by Lavell Brodnex.
- 2nd Half47-51Chris Harrison made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Christopher Hood.
- 2nd Half47-53MJ Russell made Layup.
- 2nd Half47-54Krystian Lewis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-55Krystian Lewis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half49-55Christopher Hood made Jumper.
- 2nd Half50-55Christopher Hood made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-56Krystian Lewis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-56Javion Johnson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-56Javion Johnson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-57MJ Russell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-58MJ Russell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-61Lavell Brodnex made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half52-63Krystian Lewis made Layup.
- 2nd Half53-63Lequan Washington made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-63Lequan Washington made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-64Krystian Lewis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-65Krystian Lewis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-65Javion Johnson made Jumper.
- 2nd Half56-67Lavell Brodnex made Layup. Assisted by MJ Russell.
- 2nd Half56-68Krystian Lewis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-69Krystian Lewis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-70Krystian Lewis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-70Tray'von Thomas made Jumper.
- 2nd Half60-70Lequan Washington made Layup.
- 2nd Half60-71Lavell Brodnex made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-72Lavell Brodnex made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-72Tray'von Thomas made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-73Krystian Lewis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-74Krystian Lewis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-75Krystian Lewis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-75Tray'von Thomas made Layup.
- 2nd Half63-76MJ Russell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-77MJ Russell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-77Tray'von Thomas made Layup.
- 2nd Half67-77Cordarious Sledge made Jumper.
- 2nd Half67-78Lavell Brodnex made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-79Lavell Brodnex made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-79Brian Gilmore made Layup.
Win probability
Above the line favours UL Monroe Warhawks, below favours Arkansas Baptist Buffaloes.
Venue
- Fant-Ewing ColiseumMonroe, LA
- Attendance7341
- OfficialsDamien Richard, Marcus Hawkins, John Johnson
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