Lindenwood Lions Defeat Little Rock Trojans 72-62
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 9:30 PM ET · Ford Center
Lindenwood Lions 72, Little Rock Trojans 62, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Little Rock Trojans vs Lindenwood Lions?
Lindenwood Lions beat Little Rock Trojans 72-62 at Ford Center on March 4, 2026.
Who was favored in Little Rock Trojans vs Lindenwood Lions?
Lindenwood Lions were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -218 (about 69% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Lindenwood Lions secured a 72-62 victory over the Little Rock Trojans at the Ford Center. This game was significant as it showcased the Lions' ability to capitalize on their home advantage, improving their home record to 19-14 while the Trojans fell to 12-21 on the season. The Lions' recent form had been mixed, with a record of 5-5 in their last ten games, but they entered this contest on a one-game winning streak after defeating Western Illinois 91-69. In contrast, the Trojans had a record of 3-7 in their last ten games, also on a one-game winning streak following a victory against Southern Indiana 89-70.
The Lions averaged 73.4 points scored and 73.8 points allowed over their last ten games, indicating a balanced offensive and defensive performance. The Trojans, on the other hand, averaged 70.4 points scored and 70.9 points allowed during the same stretch, suggesting a slightly less effective defensive strategy. Despite their struggles, the Trojans had shown some resilience in their recent outings, particularly in their last five games where they averaged 72.6 points scored and 71.8 points allowed.
When considering home and away performance, the Lions had a home record of 1-3 in their last four games, while the Trojans struggled with a 1-3 record in their away games. Historically, the teams were evenly matched, with the all-time series tied at 2-2. Their most recent encounter earlier in the season ended with a Lions victory, 79-74, showcasing the competitive nature of these teams.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but it is always a factor that can influence the outcome of games. The market had priced the Lions as 5.5-point favorites, with odds from DraftKings indicating a moneyline of -218 for the Lions and +180 for the Trojans. The total for the game was set at 148.5, reflecting expectations for a moderately high-scoring affair.
The conditions at the Ford Center were conducive to a good game, and viewers were treated to a competitive atmosphere. Key moments in the game included crucial free throws by Milos Nenadic, who contributed significantly to the Lions' scoring in the second half, as well as a notable dunk by Cameron Wallace. The Lions maintained control throughout the second half, effectively responding to the Trojans' attempts to close the gap.
Overall, the Lions' victory was a testament to their home court advantage and their ability to execute under pressure, while the Trojans will look to regroup and address their defensive shortcomings moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | LIN -5.5 | 148.5 o -112 / u -108 | Little Rock Trojans +180 · Lindenwood Lions -218 |
Leaders
- PointsMilos Nenadic24Lindenwood Lions
- AssistsAnias Futrell4Lindenwood Lions
- ReboundsMilos Nenadic11Lindenwood Lions
- PointsJohnathan Lawson17Little Rock Trojans
- AssistsJohnathan Lawson5Little Rock Trojans
- ReboundsKachi Nzeh11Little Rock Trojans
Recent form
Lindenwood Lions
Last 10: 5-5Streak W173.4 scored · 73.8 allowed per game1-3 at home
- W91-69at Western Illinois LeathernecksFeb 28
- L67-71vs Eastern Illinois PanthersFeb 27
- L57-72at Tennessee Tech Golden EaglesFeb 21
- L80-89at Tennessee State TigersFeb 20
- L61-73vs Southeast Missouri State RedhawksFeb 14
- W75-74vs UT Martin SkyhawksFeb 13
- W79-74at Little Rock TrojansFeb 6
- L72-78vs SIU Edwardsville CougarsFeb 4
- W79-78at Morehead State EaglesJan 31
- W73-60at Southern Indiana Screaming EaglesJan 30
Little Rock Trojans
Last 10: 3-7Streak W170.4 scored · 70.9 allowed per game1-3 away
- W89-70vs Southern Indiana Screaming EaglesFeb 28
- L70-76vs Morehead State EaglesFeb 27
- L65-70vs Southeast Missouri State RedhawksFeb 21
- W67-65vs UT Martin SkyhawksFeb 20
- L72-78at Eastern Illinois PanthersFeb 14
- W77-58at Western Illinois LeathernecksFeb 13
- L61-71vs SIU Edwardsville CougarsFeb 7
- L74-79vs Lindenwood LionsFeb 6
- L52-55at UT Martin SkyhawksFeb 4
- L77-87at Tennessee Tech Golden EaglesJan 31
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 | 24-67 | 21-64 |
| Field goal % | 36 | 33 |
| Three-pointers | 2-14 | 2-15 |
| Three-point % | 14 | 13 |
| Free throws | 12-22 | 28-43 |
| Free throw % | 55 | 65 |
| Rebounds | 51 | 48 |
| Offensive rebounds | 16 | 16 |
| Defensive rebounds | 35 | 32 |
| Assists | 11 | 10 |
| Steals | 4 | 12 |
| Blocks | 7 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 16 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 1 | 1 |
| Points off turnovers | 14 | 12 |
| Fast-break points | 8 | 31 |
| Points in the paint | 36 | 36 |
| Fouls | 26 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 1 | 18 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 1 | 95 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half35-42Johnathan Lawson makes 6-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half37-42Kachi Nzeh makes layup
- 2nd Half39-42Tuongthach Gatkek makes driving layup
- 2nd Half42-42Kachi Nzeh makes 26-foot three point jumper (Johnathan Lawson assists)
- 2nd Half42-44Jadis Jones makes 7-foot turnaround jump shot (Anias Futrell assists)
- 2nd Half42-47Dontrez Williams makes 23-foot three point jumper (Anias Futrell assists)
- 2nd Half43-47Cameron Wallace makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half44-47Tracy Steele Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half44-49Jadis Jones makes driving layup
- 2nd Half46-49Tuongthach Gatkek makes 4-foot dunk (Cameron Wallace assists)
- 2nd Half47-49Johnathan Lawson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-49Johnathan Lawson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-49Johnathan Lawson makes 8-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half50-51Jadis Jones makes layup (Dontrez Williams assists)
- 2nd Half50-53Clayton Jackson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half50-54Milos Nenadic makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-55Milos Nenadic makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-55Cameron Wallace makes layup
- 2nd Half52-56Clayton Jackson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-57Clayton Jackson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-59Milos Nenadic makes layup (Dontrez Williams assists)
- 2nd Half52-60Milos Nenadic makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-61Milos Nenadic makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-62Milos Nenadic makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-63Milos Nenadic makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-63Cameron Wallace makes driving layup
- 2nd Half55-63Braxton Bayless makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-63Braxton Bayless makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-64Milos Nenadic makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-65Milos Nenadic makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-67Dontrez Williams makes driving layup
- 2nd Half57-67Johnathan Lawson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-68Jadis Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-69Milos Nenadic makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-70Milos Nenadic makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-70Cameron Wallace makes 4-foot dunk (Johnathan Lawson assists)
- 2nd Half59-71Milos Nenadic makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-72Milos Nenadic makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-72Johnathan Lawson makes 9-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half62-72Johnathan Lawson makes free throw 1 of 1
Win probability
Above the line favours Lindenwood Lions, below favours Little Rock Trojans.
Venue
- Ford CenterEvansville, IN
- Attendance929
- OfficialsJason Baker, James Hicks, Aaron Denton
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