NCAAB · Final

Marshall Dominates Arkansas-Pine Bluff in 98-70 Victory

Thursday, November 20, 2025, 4:00 PM ET · Cam Henderson Center

Marshall Thundering Herd 98, Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions 70, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions vs Marshall Thundering Herd?

Marshall Thundering Herd beat Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions 98-70 at Cam Henderson Center on November 20, 2025.

In a decisive matchup at the Cam Henderson Center, the Marshall Thundering Herd showcased their offensive prowess, defeating the Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions 98-70. This victory marks a continuation of Marshall's strong season, improving their record to 4-1, while Arkansas-Pine Bluff remains winless at 0-7.

Marshall's recent form has been impressive, with an overall record of 8-2 in their last 10 games. Despite suffering a loss against the Virginia Cavaliers just five days prior, the Thundering Herd had been averaging 79.8 points per game while allowing 75.0. Their home record stands at an unblemished 4-0, indicating their dominance on their home court. In their last five games, they have scored an average of 82.2 points, although they have also allowed an average of 83.0 points, suggesting a need for improvement on the defensive end.

In contrast, Arkansas-Pine Bluff has struggled significantly this season, with a record of 1-9 in their last 10 games and an alarming streak of eight consecutive losses. They have averaged just 67.1 points per game while allowing a staggering 85.6 points per game. Their away record is particularly concerning, standing at 1-7, which reflects their difficulties in competing on the road. In their last five games, they have averaged only 70.0 points while conceding an average of 96.4 points, highlighting their defensive vulnerabilities.

The matchup was particularly noteworthy as it featured two teams with contrasting trajectories. Marshall, coming off a recent loss, was eager to bounce back and did so emphatically. The Thundering Herd's ability to score efficiently and maintain pressure on the Golden Lions proved to be the defining factor in the game.

The scoring plays in the second half showcased Marshall's offensive depth. Key contributions came from players like Wyatt Fricks, who made several crucial baskets, including a three-point jumper and a layup, both assisted by Bryce Slay. The Thundering Herd continued to build their lead, with Caleb Hollenbeck and Wilson Dubinsky also contributing three-pointers that further widened the gap.

In terms of injury impacts, the block does not provide specific details, but the performance disparity suggests that Marshall's roster is in better shape compared to Arkansas-Pine Bluff, who have struggled to find consistency in their lineup.

Betting lines from the market indicated a high level of confidence in Marshall's ability to secure a victory, with their win probability at 1.0, reflecting the expectations surrounding their performance.

Conditions in the arena were conducive to a high-scoring game, and Marshall capitalized on this, demonstrating their offensive capabilities throughout the contest. Fans watching the game were treated to a display of effective shooting and teamwork from the Thundering Herd, while the Golden Lions struggled to keep pace.

Overall, the game served as a reminder of the stark differences in performance levels between the two teams this season. Marshall's ability to score and defend effectively at home positions them as a formidable opponent, while Arkansas-Pine Bluff will need to reassess their strategies and performance to turn their season around.

Leaders

PointsCaleb Hollenbeck23Marshall Thundering Herd
AssistsJalen Speer11Marshall Thundering Herd
ReboundsJalen Speer8Marshall Thundering Herd
PointsJaquan Scott23Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions
AssistsQuion Williams4Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions
ReboundsJaquan Scott7Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions

Recent form

Marshall Thundering Herd

Last 10: 8-2Streak L179.8 scored · 75 allowed per game4-0 at home

L78-104at Virginia CavaliersNov 15
W96-89vs Elon PhoenixNov 13
W85-73at Toledo RocketsNov 8
W78-72at Massachusetts MinutemenNov 4
L74-77at Arkansas State Red WolvesMar 8
W79-76vs Georgia State PanthersMar 7
W75-57vs App State MountaineersMar 1
W83-66vs Old Dominion MonarchsFeb 26
W69-59at App State MountaineersFeb 22
W81-77at Old Dominion MonarchsFeb 20

Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions

Last 10: 1-9Streak L867.1 scored · 85.6 allowed per game1-7 away

L60-106at SMU MustangsNov 19
L75-104at Vanderbilt CommodoresNov 15
L69-95at Oklahoma SoonersNov 12
L72-94at Loyola Marymount LionsNov 9
L74-83at Portland PilotsNov 7
L50-94at Washington HuskiesNov 4
L63-65vs Alcorn State BravesMar 8
L69-76vs Jackson State TigersMar 7
W83-58at Mississippi Valley State Delta DevilsMar 2
L56-81at Texas Southern TigersFeb 25

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
Bethune-Cookman	17-15	-	14-4
Southern	17-17	3	11-7
Florida A&M	15-16	3	11-7
Alabama A&M	18-15	4	10-8
Arkansas-Pine Bluff	13-19	4	10-8
Texas Southern	12-18	4	10-8
Jackson State	12-21	4	10-8
Prairie View A&M	19-18	5	9-9
Grambling	14-19	7	7-11
Alabama State	10-22	7	7-11
Alcorn State	9-23	7	7-11
Mississippi Valley State	3-30	12	2-16
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-Pine Bluff Golden Lions	Marshall Thundering Herd
Field goals	23-59	34-64
Field goal %	39	53
Three-pointers	4-18	13-28
Three-point %	22	46
Free throws	20-26	17-21
Free throw %	77	81
Rebounds	33	38
Offensive rebounds	10	9
Defensive rebounds	23	29
Assists	9	22
Steals	8	7
Blocks	2	6
Turnovers	16	11
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	0	1
Technical fouls, total	0	1
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	10	22
Fast-break points	5	7
Points in the paint	32	36
Fouls	16	22
Largest lead	9	30

How the scoring went

2nd Half47-54Caleb Hollenbeck made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jalen Speer.
2nd Half47-57Caleb Hollenbeck made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jalen Speer.
2nd Half49-57Quion Williams made Jumper.
2nd Half49-59Matt Van Komen made Dunk. Assisted by Jalen Speer.
2nd Half51-59Quion Williams made Layup.
2nd Half51-61Noah Otshudi made Layup.
2nd Half51-63Matt Van Komen made Dunk. Assisted by Jalen Speer.
2nd Half51-64Noah Otshudi made Free Throw.
2nd Half51-65Noah Otshudi made Free Throw.
2nd Half51-67Jalen Speer made Layup.
2nd Half52-67Jaquan Scott made Free Throw.
2nd Half53-67Jaquan Scott made Free Throw.
2nd Half53-69Wyatt Fricks made Dunk. Assisted by Landen Joseph.
2nd Half53-72Caleb Hollenbeck made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Landen Joseph.
2nd Half55-72Alex Mirhosseini made Free Throw.
2nd Half54-72Alex Mirhosseini made Free Throw.
2nd Half55-75Caleb Hollenbeck made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Landen Joseph.
2nd Half55-77Erich Harding made Layup.
2nd Half57-77Jaquan Scott made Jumper.
2nd Half57-79Landen Joseph made Layup.
2nd Half59-79Quion Williams made Jumper.
2nd Half60-79Alex Mirhosseini made Free Throw.
2nd Half60-80Landen Joseph made Free Throw.
2nd Half60-81Landen Joseph made Free Throw.
2nd Half61-81Milhan Charles made Free Throw.
2nd Half62-81Milhan Charles made Free Throw.
2nd Half62-83Wyatt Fricks made Jumper.
2nd Half63-83Quion Williams made Free Throw.
2nd Half64-83Quion Williams made Free Throw.
2nd Half64-85Caleb Hollenbeck made Jumper.
2nd Half64-86Bryce Slay made Free Throw.
2nd Half64-87Bryce Slay made Free Throw.
2nd Half66-87Quion Williams made Jumper.
2nd Half66-90Wyatt Fricks made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Bryce Slay.
2nd Half68-90Ramel Lloyd Jr. made Layup. Assisted by Quion Williams.
2nd Half68-93Caleb Hollenbeck made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Wyatt Fricks.
2nd Half68-96Wilson Dubinsky made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jalen Speer.
2nd Half68-98Wyatt Fricks made Layup. Assisted by Bryce Slay.
2nd Half69-98Alex Mirhosseini made Free Throw.
2nd Half70-98Alex Mirhosseini made Free Throw.

Win probability

Above the line favours Marshall Thundering Herd, below favours Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions.