NCAAB · Final

Rice Owls Defeat East Texas A&M Lions 71-64

Friday, November 14, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · Tudor Fieldhouse

Rice Owls 71, East Texas A&M Lions 64, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won East Texas A&M Lions vs Rice Owls?

Rice Owls beat East Texas A&M Lions 71-64 at Tudor Fieldhouse on November 14, 2025.

The Rice Owls secured a 71-64 victory over the East Texas A&M Lions in a closely contested matchup at Tudor Fieldhouse. This game was particularly significant as it marked a much-needed win for the Owls, who had been struggling with a recent record of 2-8 over their last ten games, including a two-game losing streak. The Owls' performance at home has been better than their overall form, with a home record of 2-4, but they had lost their last two games leading into this contest.

In contrast, the East Texas A&M Lions came into the game with a record of 1-3 and were also on a two-game losing streak. Their overall record of 1-4 in away games highlighted their struggles in hostile environments. The Lions had averaged 69.6 points scored and 73.2 points allowed over their last ten games, indicating a tendency to concede more points than they scored, which has been a crucial factor in their recent performances.

The matchup featured a variety of scoring plays that kept the game competitive. The Owls were able to maintain a slight lead throughout the game, with significant contributions from players like Gianni Hunt, who made key layups and free throws in the second half. The Lions attempted to close the gap with scoring from Vinny Sigona and Josh Taylor, but ultimately fell short.

In terms of injury impacts, the block did not provide specific details on player injuries, but both teams have faced challenges in maintaining consistent lineups throughout the season. The absence of key players can often sway the outcome of such tightly contested games.

The betting market reflected the uncertainty surrounding both teams, with the home win probability for the Owls set at 1.0, indicating a strong expectation for them to win this matchup. This line, attributed to the provider, underscores the confidence in the Owls' ability to capitalize on their home court advantage.

Conditions in Tudor Fieldhouse were favorable for basketball, with no adverse weather conditions affecting the game. Fans were treated to a competitive atmosphere as both teams battled for an essential win early in the season.

Viewers should have noted the importance of free throw shooting in this game, as both teams had opportunities to capitalize at the charity stripe, with the Owls making critical free throws late in the game to secure their victory. The final score of 71-64 not only reflects the Owls' resilience but also highlights the ongoing challenges faced by the Lions as they seek to find their footing in the season.

Leaders

PointsJalen Smith18Rice Owls
AssistsDallas Hobbs4Rice Owls
ReboundsTrae Broadnax7Rice Owls
PointsNoah Pagotto14East Texas A&M Lions
AssistsGianni Hunt4East Texas A&M Lions
ReboundsNoah Pagotto5East Texas A&M Lions

Recent form

Rice Owls

Last 10: 2-8Streak L272.7 scored · 70.2 allowed per game2-4 at home

L69-81vs Stephen F. Austin LumberjacksNov 12
L63-67at Oregon DucksNov 8
W109-38vs College of Biblical Studies AmbassadorsNov 5
L61-64vs Charlotte 49ersMar 12
L59-63vs Wichita State ShockersMar 7
L56-84at UTSA RoadrunnersMar 2
L72-84at Memphis TigersFeb 27
W71-50vs Tulsa Golden HurricaneFeb 22
L89-90vs UAB BlazersFeb 20
L78-81at Tulane Green WaveFeb 15

East Texas A&M Lions

Last 10: 3-7Streak L269.6 scored · 73.2 allowed per game1-4 away

L74-100at Hawai'i Rainbow WarriorsNov 10
L54-76at New Mexico LobosNov 6
W119-60vs Arlington Baptist PatriotsNov 3
W63-59vs Houston Christian HuskiesMar 4
L68-75vs Incarnate Word CardinalsMar 1
W73-71at LSU New Orleans PrivateersFeb 25
L65-83at SE Louisiana LionsFeb 22
L74-76vs Stephen F. Austin LumberjacksFeb 18
L55-65vs Lamar CardinalsFeb 15
L51-67at McNeese CowboysFeb 11

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
Stephen F. Austin	28-6	-	20-2
McNeese	28-6	1	19-3
UT Rio Grande Valley	19-14	6	14-8
Texas A&M-Corpus Christi	18-15	7	13-9
LSU New Orleans	15-18	8	12-10
Nicholls	14-19	8	12-10
Houston Christian	12-20	12	8-14
Northwestern State	10-22	12	8-14
Incarnate Word	12-19	13	7-15
Lamar	12-19	13	7-15
East Texas A&M	11-21	14	6-16
SE Louisiana	9-22	14	6-16
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	East Texas A&M Lions	Rice Owls
Field goals	26-53	24-51
Field goal %	49	47
Three-pointers	4-15	11-21
Three-point %	27	52
Free throws	8-13	12-15
Free throw %	62	80
Rebounds	24	34
Offensive rebounds	6	11
Defensive rebounds	18	23
Assists	16	13
Steals	6	7
Blocks	4	3
Turnovers	14	18
Team turnovers	0	3
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	18	13
Fast-break points	6	10
Points in the paint	38	22
Fouls	16	15
Largest lead	6	15

How the scoring went

2nd Half33-31Josh Taylor made Jumper.
2nd Half33-34Nick Anderson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Dallas Hobbs.
2nd Half34-34Noah Pagotto made Free Throw.
2nd Half35-34Noah Pagotto made Free Throw.
2nd Half35-37Jalen Smith made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Nick Anderson.
2nd Half37-37Ronnie Harrison made Jumper.
2nd Half37-40Trae Broadnax made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Cam Carroll.
2nd Half37-41Jalen Smith made Free Throw.
2nd Half37-42Jalen Smith made Free Throw.
2nd Half37-43Dallas Hobbs made Free Throw.
2nd Half37-44Dallas Hobbs made Free Throw.
2nd Half39-44Noah Pagotto made Jumper. Assisted by Gianni Hunt.
2nd Half41-44Michael Folarin made Dunk. Assisted by Gianni Hunt.
2nd Half41-46Jimmy Oladokun Jr. made Jumper.
2nd Half41-48Dallas Hobbs made Layup. Assisted by Cam Carroll.
2nd Half41-51Nick Anderson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Cam Carroll.
2nd Half43-51Michael Folarin made Dunk. Assisted by Ronnie Harrison.
2nd Half43-52Jalen Smith made Free Throw.
2nd Half43-53Jalen Smith made Free Throw.
2nd Half43-55Trae Broadnax made Layup.
2nd Half45-55Michael Folarin made Jumper. Assisted by Vinny Sigona.
2nd Half45-58Trae Broadnax made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half47-58Noah Pagotto made Layup. Assisted by Vinny Sigona.
2nd Half48-58Noah Pagotto made Free Throw.
2nd Half48-60Jimmy Oladokun Jr. made Jumper.
2nd Half51-60Vinny Sigona made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Noah Pagotto.
2nd Half51-63Nick Anderson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jimmy Oladokun Jr..
2nd Half51-65Trae Broadnax made Layup.
2nd Half52-65Vinny Sigona made Free Throw.
2nd Half53-65Vinny Sigona made Free Throw.
2nd Half53-68Dallas Hobbs made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jalen Smith.
2nd Half55-68Noah Pagotto made Layup. Assisted by Evan Phelps.
2nd Half56-68Noah Pagotto made Free Throw.
2nd Half59-68Vinny Sigona made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half61-68Josh Taylor made Layup. Assisted by Gianni Hunt.
2nd Half61-69Cam Carroll made Free Throw.
2nd Half63-69Gianni Hunt made Layup. Assisted by Ronnie Harrison.
2nd Half64-69Gianni Hunt made Free Throw.
2nd Half64-70Jalen Smith made Free Throw.
2nd Half64-71Jalen Smith made Free Throw.