Arkansas State Tops Little Rock in High-Scoring Affair
Saturday, December 6, 2025, 9:33 PM ET · Jack Stephens Center
Arkansas State Red Wolves 90, Little Rock Trojans 78, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Arkansas State Red Wolves vs Little Rock Trojans?
Arkansas State Red Wolves beat Little Rock Trojans 90-78 at Jack Stephens Center on December 6, 2025.
Who was favored in Arkansas State Red Wolves vs Little Rock Trojans?
Arkansas State Red Wolves were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -395 (about 80% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Arkansas State Red Wolves defeated the Little Rock Trojans 90-78 at the Jack Stephens Center. This victory marks Arkansas State's third consecutive win, showcasing their strong form in recent games. The Red Wolves have now improved their record to 8-3 overall, while the Trojans fall to a disappointing 2-8.
Arkansas State entered the game with a solid away record of 4-0, demonstrating their ability to perform on the road. In their last ten games, they have achieved a record of 6-4, averaging 79.9 points scored and allowing 81.2 points. Their recent performances include a notable victory against the UT Arlington Mavericks, where they won 83-63, and a close contest against the North Dakota State Bison, which ended 85-80 in their favor.
Conversely, Little Rock has struggled this season, particularly in their recent outings. The Trojans have lost their last four games, bringing their last ten-game record to 3-7. They have averaged 65.8 points scored while allowing 77.4 points during this stretch. Their last game resulted in a heavy defeat against the Central Arkansas Bears, where they lost 85-47. Little Rock's home record stands at 2-0, but they have been unable to replicate that success away, with a 1-7 record on the road.
The two teams had previously met earlier in the season on November 13, 2024, where Arkansas State also emerged victorious with a score of 80-63. This ongoing trend of dominance by the Red Wolves has now extended to two games against the Trojans.
In terms of injuries, the block does not specify any current issues affecting either team, allowing both squads to field their best players for this matchup. The game was played under standard conditions, with no unusual weather or venue issues reported.
Before the game, the betting market favored Arkansas State significantly, with DraftKings listing them as 9.5-point favorites. The total points over/under was set at 147.5, reflecting expectations of a high-scoring game, which ultimately materialized.
As the game unfolded, Arkansas State's offense was led by standout performances, particularly in the second half. Key moments included Matt Hayman's three-point jumper that extended their lead to 84-76 and Chudi Dioramma's successful free throws that solidified their advantage. The Red Wolves' ability to maintain composure and score effectively in crucial moments was a defining factor in their victory.
Overall, this matchup highlighted the contrasting fortunes of the two programs, with Arkansas State continuing to build momentum while Little Rock seeks to turn around their season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | ARST -9.5 | 147.5 o -110 / u -110 | Arkansas State Red Wolves -395 · Little Rock Trojans +310 |
Leaders
- PointsJohnathan Lawson33Little Rock Trojans
- AssistsBraxton Bayless8Little Rock Trojans
- ReboundsKachi Nzeh5Little Rock Trojans
- PointsTJ Caldwell19Arkansas State Red Wolves
- AssistsMatt Hayman4Arkansas State Red Wolves
- ReboundsJalen Hampton13Arkansas State Red Wolves
Recent form
Little Rock Trojans
Last 10: 3-7Streak L465.8 scored · 77.4 allowed per game2-0 at home
- L47-85at Central Arkansas BearsDec 4
- L65-74at Southern Illinois SalukisNov 30
- L56-65at Texas State BobcatsNov 22
- L68-89at Murray State RacersNov 19
- W68-62at Ball State CardinalsNov 16
- L49-89at Marquette Golden EaglesNov 13
- L72-92at Milwaukee PanthersNov 11
- W92-63vs Arkansas Baptist BuffaloesNov 5
- L59-78at Southeast Missouri State RedhawksMar 8
- W82-77vs UT Martin SkyhawksMar 7
Arkansas State Red Wolves
Last 10: 6-4Streak W379.9 scored · 81.2 allowed per game2-4 away
- W83-63vs UT Arlington MavericksDec 3
- W85-80vs North Dakota State BisonNov 28
- W74-63vs Jacksonville State GamecocksNov 25
- L69-100at SMU MustangsNov 22
- L72-85at Saint Mary's GaelsNov 20
- W95-67vs Christian Brothers BuccaneersNov 16
- W86-85at Missouri State BearsNov 12
- L65-90at Stephen F. Austin LumberjacksNov 8
- W89-85at Ohio BobcatsNov 4
- L81-94at Troy TrojansMar 10
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 |
| Utah Valley | 25-9 | - | 14-4 |
| California Baptist | 25-9 | 1 | 13-5 |
| Utah Tech | 19-15 | 2 | 11-7 |
| UT Arlington | 18-14 | 5 | 9-9 |
| Southern Utah | 10-22 | 7 | 6-12 |
| Tarleton State | 14-18 | 9 | 5-13 |
| Abilene Christian | 14-19 | 9 | 5-13 |
Box score
| Stat | Arkansas State Red Wolves | Little Rock Trojans |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 34-69 | 29-57 |
| Field goal % | 49 | 51 |
| Three-pointers | 13-37 | 10-20 |
| Three-point % | 35 | 50 |
| Free throws | 9-9 | 10-17 |
| Free throw % | 100 | 59 |
| Rebounds | 42 | 24 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 3 |
| Defensive rebounds | 29 | 21 |
| Assists | 15 | 14 |
| Steals | 6 | 9 |
| Blocks | 5 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 14 | 18 |
| Fast-break points | 16 | 18 |
| Points in the paint | 40 | 30 |
| Fouls | 11 | 10 |
| Largest lead | 14 | 1 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 97 | 1 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half52-48Johnathan Lawson made Layup.
- 2nd Half54-48Fredy-Salam Sylla made Layup. Assisted by Chudi Dioramma.
- 2nd Half55-48Fredy-Salam Sylla made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-50Kachi Nzeh made Jumper.
- 2nd Half58-50Fredy-Salam Sylla made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Matt Hayman.
- 2nd Half58-51Kachi Nzeh made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-51Jalen Hampton made Dunk.
- 2nd Half60-52Johnathan Lawson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half62-52Matt Hayman made Layup.
- 2nd Half62-54Johnathan Lawson made Dunk. Assisted by Kachi Nzeh.
- 2nd Half64-54Christian Harmon made Layup.
- 2nd Half64-55Braxton Bayless made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-55Chandler Jackson made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half66-56Kachi Nzeh made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-56Christian Harmon made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jaxon Ellingsworth.
- 2nd Half69-59Johnathan Lawson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Braxton Bayless.
- 2nd Half71-59TJ Caldwell made Layup.
- 2nd Half72-59TJ Caldwell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half72-61Kachi Nzeh made Dunk. Assisted by Tracy Steele Jr..
- 2nd Half72-62Kachi Nzeh made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half72-63Kachi Nzeh made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-63Royal Blue Smith made Layup.
- 2nd Half74-65Kachi Nzeh made Dunk. Assisted by Braxton Bayless.
- 2nd Half77-65TJ Caldwell made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half77-66Kachi Nzeh made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half77-67Kachi Nzeh made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half77-69Johnathan Lawson made Layup. Assisted by Braxton Bayless.
- 2nd Half77-72Johnathan Lawson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Braxton Bayless.
- 2nd Half77-74Kachi Nzeh made Jumper.
- 2nd Half79-74TJ Caldwell made Layup. Assisted by Matt Hayman.
- 2nd Half81-74TJ Caldwell made Dunk.
- 2nd Half81-76Kachi Nzeh made Layup. Assisted by Braxton Bayless.
- 2nd Half84-76Matt Hayman made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Chandler Jackson.
- 2nd Half85-76Chudi Dioramma made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half86-76Chudi Dioramma made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half86-77Braxton Bayless made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half86-78Braxton Bayless made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half87-78Matt Hayman made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half88-78Matt Hayman made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half90-78Chandler Jackson made Jumper.
Win probability
Above the line favours Little Rock Trojans, below favours Arkansas State Red Wolves.
Venue
- Jack Stephens CenterLittle Rock, AR
- Attendance2691
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