Little Rock Trojans Edge Ball State Cardinals 68-62
Saturday, November 15, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Worthen Arena
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Who won Little Rock Trojans vs Ball State Cardinals?
Little Rock Trojans beat Ball State Cardinals 68-62 at Worthen Arena on November 15, 2025.
In a closely contested matchup at Worthen Arena, the Little Rock Trojans defeated the Ball State Cardinals 68-62. This game was significant as both teams entered with identical 2-2 records, making it a pivotal early-season clash in the NCAAB landscape. The Trojans managed to secure the win despite a recent two-game losing streak, while the Cardinals were coming off a heavy loss to the Wisconsin Badgers, which added to their struggles.
The Cardinals have had a mixed bag of results recently, holding a 4-6 record over their last ten games, with their last five showing a record of 2-3. They averaged 69.4 points scored and allowed 70.4 points during this stretch. Their home record stands at 4-2, but they have struggled on the road, going 0-4. In their last outing before facing Little Rock, Ball State suffered a significant defeat, losing 55-86 against Wisconsin.
Conversely, the Trojans also hold a 4-6 record in their last ten games, but their recent form has been less favorable, marked by a two-game losing streak. They averaged 72.5 points scored and allowed 77.2 points during this period. Little Rock has also struggled away from home, with an 0-5 record in that context. Their last game resulted in a 49-89 loss to the Marquette Golden Eagles, which compounded their challenges heading into this matchup.
In terms of historical context, both teams have faced each other previously, but specific details on past matchups were not provided in the block. However, this game was crucial for both sides to gain momentum early in the season.
Injury reports were not detailed in the provided information, leaving the impact of player availability unclear for both teams. Nonetheless, both sides were eager to bounce back from their recent defeats, and the stakes were high for establishing some early-season confidence.
The betting market reflected the competitive nature of this fixture, with odds provided by an unnamed provider. The Cardinals were not favored to win, with a home win probability of 0.0 at the conclusion of the game. This indicated a lack of confidence in their ability to secure a victory, especially after their recent performances.
The game conditions were typical for early-season basketball, with both teams looking to find their rhythm. Fans could expect to see a mix of high-energy plays and strategic adjustments as both coaches aimed to exploit their opponent's weaknesses. Key moments in the game included a series of scoring plays in the second half that highlighted the Trojans' ability to maintain composure under pressure. Notable plays included a layup from Cameron Wallace, assisted by Johnathan Lawson, which pushed the Trojans' lead to 64-54. This was followed by a three-point jumper from Elmore James IV, further extending their advantage.
Ultimately, the Trojans' ability to capitalize on free throws and make crucial baskets in the closing moments secured their victory, demonstrating their resilience in a challenging environment. As the season progresses, both teams will look to build on this matchup, aiming to improve their standings and find consistency in their performances.
Leaders
- PointsArmoni Zeigler15Ball State Cardinals
- AssistsMason Jones4Ball State Cardinals
- ReboundsArmoni Zeigler5Ball State Cardinals
- PointsCameron Wallace20Little Rock Trojans
- AssistsJohnathan Lawson6Little Rock Trojans
- ReboundsJohnathan Lawson6Little Rock Trojans
Recent form
Ball State Cardinals
Last 10: 4-6Streak L171.6 scored · 71.6 allowed per game4-2 at home
- L55-86at Wisconsin BadgersNov 12
- W84-54vs Mansfield MountaineersNov 8
- W75-64vs Louisiana Ragin' CajunsNov 4
- L66-79at Miami (OH) RedHawksMar 7
- L67-69vs Central Michigan ChippewasMar 5
- L52-61at Bowling Green FalconsMar 1
- L82-87vs Akron ZipsFeb 26
- W80-66vs Buffalo BullsFeb 22
- L66-67at Toledo RocketsFeb 19
- W89-83vs Northern Illinois HuskiesFeb 15
Little Rock Trojans
Last 10: 4-6Streak L272.5 scored · 77.2 allowed per game0-5 away
- 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
- L65-73at SIU Edwardsville CougarsMar 1
- L60-71at Eastern Illinois PanthersFeb 28
- W75-61vs Western Illinois LeathernecksFeb 22
- L92-93vs Lindenwood LionsFeb 21
- W79-75vs Tennessee Tech Golden EaglesFeb 14
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Miami (OH) | 32-2 | - | 18-0 |
| Akron | 29-6 | 1 | 17-1 |
| Kent State | 24-10 | 4 | 14-4 |
| Toledo | 19-15 | 7 | 11-7 |
| Bowling Green | 18-14 | 9 | 9-9 |
| Ohio | 15-17 | 9 | 9-9 |
| Buffalo | 17-15 | 11 | 7-11 |
| Massachusetts | 17-16 | 11 | 7-11 |
| Ball State | 12-19 | 11 | 7-11 |
| Central Michigan | 10-21 | 12 | 6-12 |
| Western Michigan | 10-21 | 14 | 4-14 |
| Eastern Michigan | 10-21 | 14 | 4-14 |
| Northern Illinois | 9-21 | 10 | 4-14 |
Box score
| Stat | Little Rock Trojans | Ball State Cardinals |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 28-51 | 21-47 |
| Field goal % | 55 | 45 |
| Three-pointers | 7-12 | 7-21 |
| Three-point % | 58 | 33 |
| Free throws | 5-11 | 13-19 |
| Free throw % | 45 | 68 |
| Rebounds | 36 | 18 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 4 |
| Defensive rebounds | 24 | 14 |
| Assists | 14 | 14 |
| Steals | 8 | 10 |
| Blocks | 4 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 23 | 15 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 16 | 21 |
| Fast-break points | 11 | 9 |
| Points in the paint | 36 | 24 |
| Fouls | 17 | 14 |
| Largest lead | 10 | 7 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half30-29Braxton Bayless made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tuongthach Gatkek.
- 1st Half30-32Davion Hill made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Armoni Zeigler.
- 1st Half30-35Devon Barnes made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Armoni Zeigler.
- 1st Half31-35Johnathan Lawson made Free Throw.
- 1st Half32-35Johnathan Lawson made Free Throw.
- 1st Half34-35Cameron Wallace made Dunk. Assisted by Johnathan Lawson.
- 1st Half37-35Braxton Bayless made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half39-35Johnathan Lawson made Dunk.
- 2nd Half39-37Elmore James IV made Layup.
- 2nd Half41-37Braxton Bayless made Layup.
- 2nd Half41-38Cam Denson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half43-38Johnathan Lawson made Layup.
- 2nd Half43-39Elmore James IV made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half45-39Terrion Burgess made Jumper.
- 2nd Half45-41Armoni Zeigler made Layup.
- 2nd Half45-43Cam Denson made Layup. Assisted by Mason Jones.
- 2nd Half47-43Cameron Wallace made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half47-45Juwan Maxey made Jumper.
- 2nd Half47-47Cam Denson made Layup. Assisted by Mason Jones.
- 2nd Half47-48Cam Denson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-48Johnathan Lawson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kachi Nzeh.
- 2nd Half52-48Cameron Wallace made Layup. Assisted by Tuongthach Gatkek.
- 2nd Half54-48Tuongthach Gatkek made Layup.
- 2nd Half56-48Cameron Wallace made Layup. Assisted by Johnathan Lawson.
- 2nd Half57-48Tuongthach Gatkek made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-49Devon Barnes made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-50Devon Barnes made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-52Armoni Zeigler made Layup.
- 2nd Half57-53Armoni Zeigler made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-53Cameron Wallace made Jumper.
- 2nd Half62-53Johnathan Lawson made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half62-54Elmore James IV made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-54Cameron Wallace made Layup. Assisted by Johnathan Lawson.
- 2nd Half64-57Elmore James IV made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Mason Jones.
- 2nd Half64-58Davion Hill made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-59Davion Hill made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-59Tuongthach Gatkek made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-59Tuongthach Gatkek made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-59Cameron Wallace made Dunk. Assisted by Johnathan Lawson.
- 2nd Half68-62Juwan Maxey made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Armoni Zeigler.
Win probability
Above the line favours Ball State Cardinals, below favours Little Rock Trojans.
Venue
- Worthen ArenaMuncie, IN
- Attendance3015
- OfficialsGreg Langsdorf, Mark Riggs, Bill Jacobson
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