NCAAB · Final

Michigan State Edges Arkansas in Close Contest

Saturday, November 8, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Breslin Center

Michigan State Spartans 69, Arkansas Razorbacks 66, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Arkansas Razorbacks vs Michigan State Spartans?

Michigan State Spartans beat Arkansas Razorbacks 69-66 at Breslin Center on November 8, 2025.

In a tightly contested matchup at the Breslin Center, the Michigan State Spartans narrowly defeated the Arkansas Razorbacks with a final score of 69-66. This game showcased the resilience of both teams, but ultimately, the Spartans maintained their home dominance, improving their record to 3-0 this season.

Michigan State entered the game with a strong home record of 2-0 and a recent form that boasted a 9-1 record over their last ten games, including a winning streak of one. They averaged 75.6 points scored while allowing 66.6 points during this stretch. Their previous games included a victory over the Colgate Raiders, where they won 80-69, and a loss against the Wisconsin Badgers, 74-77. The Spartans' performance at home has been particularly impressive, with a home record of 5-1. In their last five games, they averaged 79.6 points scored and allowed 71.2 points.

On the other side, the Arkansas Razorbacks came into the game with a record of 1-1 on the road and a 6-4 record over their last ten games, also on a one-game winning streak. They averaged 79.6 points scored and allowed 77.1 points during this period. Their last outing was a dominant win against the Southern Jaguars, where they scored 109 points while allowing 77. The Razorbacks have struggled away from home, with a record of 1-4 in away games, but their last five games have seen them average 88.8 points scored and 79.4 points allowed.

The matchup was particularly intriguing given the teams' contrasting styles and their recent form. Michigan State has demonstrated solid defense, while Arkansas has shown a propensity for high-scoring games. The game was played under favorable conditions, with both teams looking to establish momentum early.

In terms of previous meetings, there is no mention of past encounters between these two teams in the block, making this matchup particularly significant as they faced off for the first time in this season.

Injuries were not detailed in the block, suggesting both teams were at full strength for this contest. This was crucial as both squads needed their key players to perform in a close game.

The market had priced the Spartans as favorites, reflecting their home advantage and recent form. The odds provided by the market indicated a strong belief in Michigan State's ability to secure a win at home.

As the game unfolded, it was a back-and-forth affair, with both teams trading leads. Key moments included late-game scoring plays that kept fans on the edge of their seats. Notably, Coen Carr made a free throw to push the Spartans ahead, followed by a dunk from Malique Ewin that brought Arkansas closer. The Razorbacks made a strong push with a three-point jumper from Meleek Thomas, but Michigan State responded effectively, maintaining their slight edge.

In the final moments, Jeremy Fears Jr. made crucial free throws that sealed the victory for the Spartans. The game highlighted the importance of free throws in tight contests, with both teams capitalizing on their opportunities at the line.

Overall, this matchup was a testament to the competitive spirit of college basketball, with both teams showcasing their strengths and weaknesses. Michigan State's ability to hold off Arkansas in a close game will serve as a confidence booster as they move forward in the season.

Leaders

PointsCam Ward18Michigan State Spartans
AssistsJeremy Fears Jr.9Michigan State Spartans
ReboundsCam Ward10Michigan State Spartans
PointsMeleek Thomas16Arkansas Razorbacks
AssistsDarius Acuff Jr.6Arkansas Razorbacks
ReboundsNick Pringle7Arkansas Razorbacks

Recent form

Michigan State Spartans

Last 10: 9-1Streak W175.6 scored · 66.6 allowed per game5-1 at home

W80-69vs Colgate RaidersNov 4
L74-77vs Wisconsin BadgersMar 15
W74-64vs Oregon DucksMar 14
W79-62vs Michigan WolverinesMar 9
W91-84at Iowa HawkeyesMar 7
W71-62vs Wisconsin BadgersMar 2
W58-55at Maryland TerrapinsFeb 26
W75-62at Michigan WolverinesFeb 22
W75-66vs Purdue BoilermakersFeb 19
W79-65at Illinois Fighting IlliniFeb 16

Arkansas Razorbacks

Last 10: 6-4Streak W179.6 scored · 77.1 allowed per game1-4 away

W109-77vs Southern JaguarsNov 4
L80-83at Ole Miss RebelsMar 13
W72-68vs South Carolina GamecocksMar 12
W93-92vs Mississippi State BulldogsMar 8
W90-77at Vanderbilt CommodoresMar 5
L53-72at South Carolina GamecocksMar 1
W86-81vs Texas LonghornsFeb 27
W92-85vs Missouri TigersFeb 23
L60-67at Auburn TigersFeb 20
L61-69at Texas A&M AggiesFeb 15

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
Florida	27-8	-	16-2
Arkansas	28-9	3	13-5
Alabama	25-10	3	13-5
Vanderbilt	27-9	5	11-7
Tennessee	25-12	5	11-7
Texas A&M	22-12	5	11-7
Georgia	22-11	6	10-8
Kentucky	22-14	6	10-8
Missouri	20-13	6	10-8
Texas	21-15	7	9-9
Auburn	22-16	9	7-11
Oklahoma	21-16	9	7-11
Mississippi State	13-19	11	5-13
Ole Miss	15-20	12	4-14
South Carolina	13-19	12	4-14
LSU	15-17	13	3-15
Michigan	37-3	-	19-1
Nebraska	28-7	4	15-5
Michigan State	27-8	4	15-5
Illinois	28-9	4	15-5
Wisconsin	24-11	5	14-6
Purdue	30-9	6	13-7
UCLA	24-12	6	13-7
Ohio State	21-13	7	12-8
Iowa	24-13	9	10-10
Indiana	18-14	10	9-11
Minnesota	15-18	11	8-12
USC	18-14	12	7-13
Washington	16-17	12	7-13
Rutgers	14-20	13	6-14
Northwestern	15-19	14	5-15
Oregon	12-20	14	5-15
Maryland	12-21	15	4-16
Penn State	12-20	16	3-17

Box score

Stat	Arkansas Razorbacks	Michigan State Spartans
Field goals	22-56	25-61
Field goal %	39	41
Three-pointers	7-28	1-14
Three-point %	25	7
Free throws	15-23	18-26
Free throw %	65	69
Rebounds	33	45
Offensive rebounds	13	19
Defensive rebounds	20	26
Assists	16	18
Steals	11	7
Blocks	6	4
Turnovers	14	14
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	17	10
Fast-break points	18	14
Points in the paint	28	46
Fouls	21	15
Largest lead	5	8

How the scoring went

1st Half39-34Darius Acuff Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by D.J. Wagner.
1st Half39-36Jaxon Kohler made Jumper.
2nd Half39-38Carson Cooper made Dunk. Assisted by Jeremy Fears Jr..
2nd Half41-38D.J. Wagner made Layup. Assisted by Darius Acuff Jr..
2nd Half41-40Jaxon Kohler made Jumper.
2nd Half42-40Darius Acuff Jr. made Free Throw.
2nd Half42-43Trey Fort made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jeremy Fears Jr..
2nd Half42-45Jaxon Kohler made Layup. Assisted by Jeremy Fears Jr..
2nd Half43-45Meleek Thomas made Free Throw.
2nd Half44-45Meleek Thomas made Free Throw.
2nd Half44-47Jordan Scott made Layup. Assisted by Carson Cooper.
2nd Half44-48Carson Cooper made Free Throw.
2nd Half44-49Carson Cooper made Free Throw.
2nd Half46-49Darius Acuff Jr. made Layup.
2nd Half46-50Cam Ward made Free Throw.
2nd Half46-51Cam Ward made Free Throw.
2nd Half47-51Meleek Thomas made Free Throw.
2nd Half48-51Meleek Thomas made Free Throw.
2nd Half48-53Jordan Scott made Layup.
2nd Half50-53Malique Ewin made Jumper. Assisted by Meleek Thomas.
2nd Half50-55Cam Ward made Dunk. Assisted by Jaxon Kohler.
2nd Half52-55Trevon Brazile made Dunk. Assisted by D.J. Wagner.
2nd Half52-57Jaxon Kohler made Jumper. Assisted by Carson Cooper.
2nd Half53-57Darius Acuff Jr. made Free Throw.
2nd Half53-59Carson Cooper made Dunk. Assisted by Jeremy Fears Jr..
2nd Half53-60Coen Carr made Free Throw.
2nd Half53-61Coen Carr made Free Throw.
2nd Half56-61D.J. Wagner made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Darius Acuff Jr..
2nd Half56-63Cam Ward made Dunk. Assisted by Divine Ugochukwu.
2nd Half57-63Darius Acuff Jr. made Free Throw.
2nd Half58-63Darius Acuff Jr. made Free Throw.
2nd Half58-65Carson Cooper made Jumper. Assisted by Jeremy Fears Jr..
2nd Half58-66Coen Carr made Free Throw.
2nd Half60-66Malique Ewin made Dunk. Assisted by Darius Acuff Jr..
2nd Half63-66Meleek Thomas made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half65-66Nick Pringle made Dunk. Assisted by Meleek Thomas.
2nd Half66-66Nick Pringle made Free Throw.
2nd Half66-67Carson Cooper made Free Throw.
2nd Half66-68Jeremy Fears Jr. made Free Throw.
2nd Half66-69Jeremy Fears Jr. made Free Throw.

Win probability

Above the line favours Michigan State Spartans, below favours Arkansas Razorbacks.