Little Rock Trojans Defeat Lindenwood Lions 82-74
Saturday, January 10, 2026, 4:30 PM ET · Hyland Arena
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Who won Little Rock Trojans vs Lindenwood Lions?
Little Rock Trojans beat Lindenwood Lions 82-74 at Hyland Arena on January 10, 2026.
Who was favored in Little Rock Trojans vs Lindenwood Lions?
Lindenwood Lions were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -278 (about 74% implied). The underdog won.
In a competitive matchup at Hyland Arena, the Little Rock Trojans triumphed over the Lindenwood Lions with a final score of 82-74. This victory marks a significant moment for the Trojans, who have struggled in recent games but managed to secure a win against a formidable opponent. The Trojans' recent form had shown some improvement, with a record of 4-6 in their last ten games leading up to this contest, including a win in their most recent outing against SIU Edwardsville Cougars. They averaged 71.6 points scored while allowing 77.5 points during this stretch.
On the other hand, the Lindenwood Lions had a strong overall record of 10-7, but they faced challenges recently, going 8-2 in their last ten games before this loss. Despite their strong performance earlier in the season, they entered this game on a one-game losing streak after falling to SIU Edwardsville Cougars just days prior. The Lions averaged 85.9 points scored and allowed 65.7 points during their last ten games, showcasing their offensive capabilities.
The game started with both teams showing their strengths, but it was Little Rock that took control in the second half. Key plays included Anias Futrell making a driving layup that brought the score to 78-71 in favor of the Trojans, followed by crucial free throws from Johnathan Lawson and Truman Claytor IV that extended their lead. The Lions attempted to rally back, but they were unable to close the gap, ultimately falling short.
In terms of home and away performance, Lindenwood had a solid home record of 6-0 prior to this game, while Little Rock struggled with a 2-4 away record. This matchup was crucial for both teams as they sought to improve their standings in the league.
Historically, the two teams had met twice in the previous season, with each securing a win. Little Rock won the last encounter 93-92 in a nail-biting finish, while Lindenwood had previously defeated them 78-46 at home.
Injury reports did not indicate any significant absences for either team, allowing both to field their strongest lineups. The market had favored Lindenwood slightly, with DraftKings setting the odds at LIN -6.5, reflecting their home advantage. The total for the game was set at 149.5, indicating expectations for a high-scoring affair.
Conditions in Hyland Arena were conducive for basketball, with a typical indoor environment for a college game. Fans witnessed an exciting contest filled with momentum swings and critical plays. As the game progressed, viewers were treated to a display of skill and determination, particularly from Little Rock as they executed their game plan effectively to secure the win.
Overall, this game was a testament to the competitiveness of college basketball, highlighting the unpredictability and excitement that fans cherish. With this victory, Little Rock will look to build on this momentum, while Lindenwood will seek to regroup and bounce back in their next matchup.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | LIN -6.5 | 149.5 o -115 / u -105 | Little Rock Trojans +225 · Lindenwood Lions -278 |
Leaders
- PointsAnias Futrell30Lindenwood Lions
- AssistsMekhi Cooper5Lindenwood Lions
- ReboundsJadis Jones8Lindenwood Lions
- PointsBraxton Bayless21Little Rock Trojans
- AssistsBraxton Bayless7Little Rock Trojans
- ReboundsCameron Wallace10Little Rock Trojans
Recent form
Lindenwood Lions
Last 10: 8-2Streak L185.9 scored · 65.7 allowed per game6-0 at home
- L62-66at SIU Edwardsville CougarsJan 7
- W83-80vs Southern Indiana Screaming EaglesJan 3
- W77-64vs Morehead State EaglesJan 1
- L65-70at Missouri State BearsDec 23
- W109-52vs Harris Stowe State HornetsDec 20
- W92-76vs Western Illinois LeathernecksDec 19
- W110-44vs Culver Stockton WildcatsDec 10
- W82-74at Eastern Illinois PanthersDec 7
- W99-64at Northern Illinois HuskiesDec 3
- W80-67vs Kansas City RoosNov 25
Little Rock Trojans
Last 10: 4-6Streak W171.6 scored · 77.5 allowed per game2-4 away
- W73-70at SIU Edwardsville CougarsJan 9
- L79-84vs Tennessee State TigersJan 3
- W77-58vs Tennessee Tech Golden EaglesJan 1
- W98-84vs Williams Baptist EaglesDec 23
- W77-62at Southern Indiana Screaming EaglesDec 19
- L64-78at Morehead State EaglesDec 17
- L58-90at West Virginia MountaineersDec 10
- L78-90vs Arkansas State Red WolvesDec 7
- L47-85at Central Arkansas BearsDec 4
- L65-74at Southern Illinois SalukisNov 30
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 |
| Tennessee State | 23-10 | - | 15-5 |
| Morehead State | 20-13 | - | 15-5 |
| Southeast Missouri State | 20-13 | 1 | 14-6 |
| UT Martin | 22-11 | 2 | 13-7 |
| SIU Edwardsville | 19-13 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Lindenwood | 18-15 | 4 | 11-9 |
| Little Rock | 12-20 | 6 | 9-11 |
| Tennessee Tech | 13-18 | 6 | 8-12 |
| Eastern Illinois | 13-20 | 7 | 8-12 |
| Southern Indiana | 7-23 | 11 | 4-16 |
| Western Illinois | 5-26 | 14 | 1-19 |
Box score
| Stat | Little Rock Trojans | Lindenwood Lions |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 33-62 | 28-57 |
| Field goal % | 53 | 49 |
| Three-pointers | 4-16 | 7-25 |
| Three-point % | 25 | 28 |
| Free throws | 12-14 | 11-14 |
| Free throw % | 86 | 79 |
| Rebounds | 33 | 26 |
| Offensive rebounds | 14 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 19 | 16 |
| Assists | 19 | 17 |
| Steals | 11 | 6 |
| Blocks | 4 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 16 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 27 | 12 |
| Fast-break points | 19 | 15 |
| Points in the paint | 44 | 38 |
| Fouls | 11 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 14 | 9 |
| Lead changes | 3 | 3 |
| Time in front | 88 | 10 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half49-42Clayton Jackson makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half51-42Johnathan Lawson makes 2-foot dunk (Kachi Nzeh assists)
- 2nd Half51-43Kevin Anthony makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-43Caleb Pennyfeather makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-46Anias Futrell makes 24-foot three point jumper (Mekhi Cooper assists)
- 2nd Half54-46Braxton Bayless makes driving layup
- 2nd Half54-48Robert Lewis makes layup (Jadis Jones assists)
- 2nd Half56-48Cameron Wallace makes 4-foot dunk (Caleb Pennyfeather assists)
- 2nd Half58-48Kachi Nzeh makes 19-foot jumper (Braxton Bayless assists)
- 2nd Half58-50Robert Lewis makes 4-foot dunk (Anias Futrell assists)
- 2nd Half60-50Kachi Nzeh makes layup (Braxton Bayless assists)
- 2nd Half60-51Clayton Jackson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-52Clayton Jackson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-52Kachi Nzeh makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half62-54Jadis Jones makes layup (Robert Lewis assists)
- 2nd Half64-54Braxton Bayless makes 11-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half66-54Tuongthach Gatkek makes 5-foot dunk (Kachi Nzeh assists)
- 2nd Half68-54Johnathan Lawson makes 17-foot jumper (Braxton Bayless assists)
- 2nd Half68-57Anias Futrell makes 25-foot three point jumper (Clayton Jackson assists)
- 2nd Half68-59Jadis Jones makes layup (Robert Lewis assists)
- 2nd Half68-61Jadis Jones makes layup
- 2nd Half68-63Robert Lewis makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half68-65Jadis Jones makes layup
- 2nd Half70-65Johnathan Lawson makes layup
- 2nd Half70-67Robert Lewis makes layup (Jadis Jones assists)
- 2nd Half70-69Anias Futrell makes layup
- 2nd Half71-69Braxton Bayless makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-69Braxton Bayless makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-69Cameron Wallace makes layup (Truman Claytor IV assists)
- 2nd Half76-69Truman Claytor IV makes layup (Johnathan Lawson assists)
- 2nd Half77-69Cameron Wallace makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half78-69Cameron Wallace makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half78-71Anias Futrell makes driving layup
- 2nd Half79-71Johnathan Lawson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half80-71Johnathan Lawson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half80-72Anias Futrell makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half80-73Anias Futrell makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half80-74Anias Futrell makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half81-74Truman Claytor IV makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half82-74Truman Claytor IV makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Lindenwood Lions, below favours Little Rock Trojans.
Venue
- Hyland ArenaSaint Charles, MO
- Attendance1016
- OfficialsKelly Davis, Chance Wallesen, Sean West
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