Rice Owls Edge Arkansas State in Thrilling Finish
Saturday, December 13, 2025, 3:00 PM ET · Tudor Fieldhouse
Rice Owls 77, Arkansas State Red Wolves 76, 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 Rice Owls?
Rice Owls beat Arkansas State Red Wolves 77-76 at Tudor Fieldhouse on December 13, 2025.
Who was favored in Arkansas State Red Wolves vs Rice Owls?
Arkansas State Red Wolves were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -155 (about 61% implied). The underdog won.
In a thrilling matchup at Tudor Fieldhouse, the Rice Owls narrowly defeated the Arkansas State Red Wolves with a final score of 77-76. This game showcased the competitive spirit of both teams, with the Owls managing to secure the win in a closely contested battle.
The Rice Owls entered the game with a home record of 5-6 and had recently shown signs of improvement, winning their last two games. In their previous ten games, they held a record of 4-6, averaging 75.7 points scored while allowing 73.2 points per game. Their recent form included victories against Texas State Bobcats and Oral Roberts Golden Eagles, with the Owls scoring 77 and 81 points respectively in those games. At home, they had a record of 4-2, indicating a stronger performance on their own court.
On the other side, the Arkansas State Red Wolves came into the game with a better overall record of 7-4. They were riding a four-game winning streak, having won seven of their last ten games. The Red Wolves averaged 80.8 points scored per game while allowing 79.6 points, showcasing their offensive prowess. Their recent victories included a 90-78 win against Little Rock Trojans and an 83-63 win over UT Arlington Mavericks. While they had a solid away record of 3-3, they faced a tough challenge against the Owls on their home turf.
Historically, the Rice Owls had a slight edge in their previous meeting with Arkansas State, winning the only prior matchup this season on December 1, 2024, with a score of 75-67. This added an extra layer of intrigue to the contest, as both teams sought to establish dominance in their head-to-head record.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any key players missing for either team, allowing both squads to field their strongest lineups. This was crucial in a game that was expected to be competitive from the outset.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Arkansas State favored by 2.5 points, with a total set at 155.5. The odds indicated a close contest, reflecting the expectations for a tightly contested game.
The conditions in Tudor Fieldhouse were conducive for basketball, with a lively atmosphere that energized both teams. Fans were treated to a display of skill and determination, with the game remaining close throughout.
As the game unfolded, key moments included a series of clutch plays in the second half. Notably, Matt Hayman made a jumper to push Arkansas State ahead at 73-66, but the Owls responded with a three-point jumper from Nick Anderson, narrowing the gap. The back-and-forth nature of the scoring kept fans on the edge of their seats, with the lead changing hands multiple times.
In the final moments, Cam Carroll's free throws proved pivotal for the Owls, allowing them to take a 77-74 lead. Despite a late layup from Chandler Jackson that brought the Red Wolves within one point, Rice held on for the victory.
Overall, the match was a testament to the competitive nature of college basketball, with both teams displaying resilience and skill. The Rice Owls' ability to close out the game in front of their home crowd will be a significant confidence booster as they move forward in the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | ARST -2.5 | 155.5 o -115 / u -105 | Arkansas State Red Wolves -155 · Rice Owls +130 |
Leaders
- PointsNick Anderson14Rice Owls
- AssistsJalen Smith6Rice Owls
- ReboundsTrae Broadnax6Rice Owls
- PointsChandler Jackson17Arkansas State Red Wolves
- AssistsChandler Jackson2Arkansas State Red Wolves
- ReboundsRoyal Blue Smith5Arkansas State Red Wolves
Recent form
Rice Owls
Last 10: 4-6Streak W275.7 scored · 73.2 allowed per game4-2 at home
- W77-72vs Texas State BobcatsDec 4
- W81-62vs Oral Roberts Golden EaglesNov 26
- L63-78at Florida Gulf Coast EaglesNov 26
- L84-89at Kennesaw State OwlsNov 24
- L74-90vs Tarleton State TexansNov 21
- L66-91at Tennessee VolunteersNov 18
- W71-64vs East Texas A&M LionsNov 15
- L69-81vs Stephen F. Austin LumberjacksNov 12
- L63-67at Oregon DucksNov 8
- W109-38vs College of Biblical Studies AmbassadorsNov 5
Arkansas State Red Wolves
Last 10: 7-3Streak W480.8 scored · 79.6 allowed per game3-3 away
- W90-78at Little Rock TrojansDec 7
- 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
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 |
| South Florida | 25-9 | - | 15-3 |
| Tulsa | 30-8 | 2 | 13-5 |
| Wichita State | 24-12 | 2 | 13-5 |
| UAB | 20-12 | 4 | 11-7 |
| North Texas | 19-14 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Florida Atlantic | 18-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Charlotte | 17-17 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Tulane | 18-15 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Temple | 16-16 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Memphis | 13-19 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Rice | 13-18 | 8 | 7-11 |
| East Carolina | 11-20 | 9 | 6-12 |
| UTSA | 5-25 | 14 | 1-17 |
Box score
| Stat | Arkansas State Red Wolves | Rice Owls |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 30-61 | 26-64 |
| Field goal % | 49 | 41 |
| Three-pointers | 4-18 | 10-24 |
| Three-point % | 22 | 42 |
| Free throws | 12-19 | 15-23 |
| Free throw % | 63 | 65 |
| Rebounds | 43 | 37 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 30 | 25 |
| Assists | 11 | 13 |
| Steals | 6 | 8 |
| Blocks | 2 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 7 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 6 | 19 |
| Fast-break points | 14 | 9 |
| Points in the paint | 48 | 32 |
| Fouls | 17 | 18 |
| Largest lead | 16 | 3 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 97 | 1 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half45-35Fredy-Salam Sylla made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jalen Hampton.
- 2nd Half47-35Jaxon Ellingsworth made Layup.
- 2nd Half49-35Royal Blue Smith made Layup.
- 2nd Half51-35Royal Blue Smith made Layup.
- 2nd Half51-37Trae Broadnax made Jumper.
- 2nd Half51-39Bodey Howell made Layup.
- 2nd Half53-39Jaxon Ellingsworth made Layup.
- 2nd Half53-42Bodey Howell made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Trae Broadnax.
- 2nd Half56-42Jaxon Ellingsworth made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Chandler Jackson.
- 2nd Half56-44Eternity Eguagie made Layup. Assisted by Jalen Smith.
- 2nd Half56-45Eternity Eguagie made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-46Eternity Eguagie made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-46Chudi Dioramma made Jumper. Assisted by Jaxon Ellingsworth.
- 2nd Half58-49Trae Broadnax made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half60-49Chandler Jackson made Layup.
- 2nd Half62-49Matt Hayman made Layup.
- 2nd Half64-49Chandler Jackson made Jumper.
- 2nd Half65-49Chandler Jackson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-51Stephen Giwa made Layup.
- 2nd Half65-52Trae Broadnax made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-53Trae Broadnax made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-53Chandler Jackson made Layup. Assisted by Christian Harmon.
- 2nd Half67-56Cam Carroll made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Trae Broadnax.
- 2nd Half68-56TJ Caldwell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-56TJ Caldwell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-59Nick Anderson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jalen Smith.
- 2nd Half69-61Nick Anderson made Layup. Assisted by Jalen Smith.
- 2nd Half69-62Nick Anderson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-63Nick Anderson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-64Nick Anderson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-64Chandler Jackson made Layup.
- 2nd Half71-66Jimmy Oladokun Jr. made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half73-66Matt Hayman made Jumper.
- 2nd Half73-69Jalen Smith made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Trae Broadnax.
- 2nd Half74-69Chandler Jackson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-72Nick Anderson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jalen Smith.
- 2nd Half74-75Nick Anderson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jalen Smith.
- 2nd Half74-76Cam Carroll made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-77Cam Carroll made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half76-77Chandler Jackson made Layup.
Win probability
Above the line favours Rice Owls, below favours Arkansas State Red Wolves.
Venue
- Tudor FieldhouseHouston, TX
- Attendance1125
- OfficialsMike Terry, Michael Husted, R.B. Clyburn
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