Morehead State Eagles Defeat Little Rock Trojans 78-64
Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 7:30 PM ET · Ellis T. Johnson Arena
Morehead State Eagles 78, Little Rock Trojans 64, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Little Rock Trojans vs Morehead State Eagles?
Morehead State Eagles beat Little Rock Trojans 78-64 at Ellis T. Johnson Arena on December 16, 2025.
Who was favored in Little Rock Trojans vs Morehead State Eagles?
Morehead State Eagles were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -155 (about 61% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup at Ellis T. Johnson Arena, the Morehead State Eagles secured a solid victory against the Little Rock Trojans, finishing the game with a score of 78-64. This win is particularly significant for the Eagles, who have struggled recently, and it marks a much-needed boost in their campaign. The Eagles now improve their record to 5-7, while the Trojans fall to 2-10.
Both teams entered the game with disappointing recent form. The Eagles had a record of 3-7 over their last ten games, with a current losing streak of three games. They averaged 76.1 points scored per game but also allowed an average of 82.5 points. In their last five games, they managed to score an average of 69.8 points while allowing 81.2 points. The Trojans, on the other hand, had a record of 2-8 in their last ten games and were on a six-game losing streak. They averaged 65.3 points scored and allowed 79.9 points during that stretch. Their last five games saw them score an average of 60.8 points while conceding 80.8 points.
At home, Morehead State had a record of 2-0, while their away record stood at 1-7. Little Rock's home record was 1-1, but they struggled significantly on the road with a record of 1-7. This fixture was pivotal for both teams as they sought to reverse their fortunes in the season.
In terms of their previous meetings, this matchup saw the Eagles and the Trojans split their two encounters earlier in the season, with each team winning one game. The most recent meeting prior to this game took place on February 8, 2025, where the Eagles lost 62-76 at home, while they had previously won 59-53 on January 9, 2025, away.
Injury updates were not provided in the block, so the impact of player availability on the game remains unclear. However, the betting lines from DraftKings indicated that Morehead State was favored by 2.5 points, with a total set at 136.5. The odds reflected a home money line of -155.0 for the Eagles and +130.0 for the Trojans, suggesting a belief in Morehead State's ability to perform well at home despite their recent struggles.
The game was played under typical basketball conditions, with no specific weather or unusual factors affecting the venue. Fans were treated to a display of competitive basketball, with key moments that highlighted the Eagles' offensive capabilities. Notable scoring plays included a series of successful drives and assists, showcasing teamwork and execution under pressure. For instance, George Marshall assisted Josiah LeGree for a dunk, and Chase Dawson made a driving layup that extended the Eagles' lead in the second half.
As the game progressed, Morehead State maintained control, demonstrating their scoring efficiency and defensive resilience. The final score of 78-64 not only reflects a solid home performance but also serves as a potential turning point for the Eagles as they look to build momentum moving forward in the season. The Trojans will need to regroup quickly as they continue to search for answers in their ongoing struggles.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | MORE -2.5 | 136.5 o -115 / u -105 | Little Rock Trojans +130 · Morehead State Eagles -155 |
Leaders
- PointsGeorge Marshall17Morehead State Eagles
- AssistsTyonne Farrell6Morehead State Eagles
- ReboundsJon Carroll7Morehead State Eagles
- PointsTuongthach Gatkek17Little Rock Trojans
- AssistsJohnathan Lawson5Little Rock Trojans
- ReboundsCameron Wallace7Little Rock Trojans
Recent form
Morehead State Eagles
Last 10: 3-7Streak L376.1 scored · 82.5 allowed per game2-0 at home
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- W83-80at UL Monroe WarhawksNov 23
- L62-77at East Tennessee State BuccaneersNov 22
- W121-51vs Kentucky Christian KnightsNov 16
- L56-83at Clemson TigersNov 12
- L81-120at Georgia BulldogsNov 9
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Little Rock Trojans
Last 10: 2-8Streak L665.3 scored · 79.9 allowed per game1-7 away
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- L78-90vs Arkansas State Red WolvesDec 7
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- L68-89at Murray State RacersNov 19
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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 | Morehead State Eagles |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 21-53 | 27-59 |
| Field goal % | 40 | 46 |
| Three-pointers | 4-16 | 5-16 |
| Three-point % | 25 | 31 |
| Free throws | 18-25 | 19-25 |
| Free throw % | 72 | 76 |
| Rebounds | 24 | 41 |
| Offensive rebounds | 6 | 13 |
| Defensive rebounds | 18 | 28 |
| Assists | 13 | 19 |
| Steals | 12 | 9 |
| Blocks | 3 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 18 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 2 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 2 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 20 | 15 |
| Fast-break points | 15 | 13 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 38 |
| Fouls | 23 | 20 |
| Largest lead | 4 | 20 |
| Lead changes | 3 | 3 |
| Time in front | 9 | 85 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half31-49Tuongthach Gatkek makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half31-51Chase Dawson makes 12-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half33-51Kachi Nzeh makes layup
- 2nd Half33-53Jon Carroll makes 8-foot dunk (Tyonne Farrell assists)
- 2nd Half36-53Braxton Bayless makes 27-foot three point jumper (Tuongthach Gatkek assists)
- 2nd Half37-53Cameron Wallace makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half39-53Cameron Wallace makes layup (Johnathan Lawson assists)
- 2nd Half41-53Truman Claytor IV makes 14-foot jumper (Braxton Bayless assists)
- 2nd Half43-53Tuongthach Gatkek makes driving layup (Braxton Bayless assists)
- 2nd Half43-55Tyonne Farrell makes driving layup (Chase Dawson assists)
- 2nd Half43-57George Marshall makes 19-foot jumper (Tyonne Farrell assists)
- 2nd Half44-57Cameron Wallace makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half45-57Cameron Wallace makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half45-58George Marshall makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half45-59George Marshall makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half47-59Tuongthach Gatkek makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half47-60Davion Cunningham makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half47-61Davion Cunningham makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half47-63Anouar Mellouk makes 5-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half48-63Kachi Nzeh makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half49-63Kachi Nzeh makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half49-66Chase Dawson makes 28-foot three point jumper (Davion Cunningham assists)
- 2nd Half50-66Johnathan Lawson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-66Johnathan Lawson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-66Kachi Nzeh makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-66Kachi Nzeh makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-66Tuongthach Gatkek makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-66Tuongthach Gatkek makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-67George Marshall makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-70George Marshall makes 26-foot three point jumper (Chase Dawson assists)
- 2nd Half57-70Johnathan Lawson makes 15-foot jumper (Braxton Bayless assists)
- 2nd Half57-71George Marshall makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-72George Marshall makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-74Josiah LeGree makes 5-foot dunk (George Marshall assists)
- 2nd Half60-74Kachi Nzeh makes 24-foot three point jumper (Johnathan Lawson assists)
- 2nd Half62-74Tuongthach Gatkek makes 4-foot dunk
- 2nd Half62-76Jon Carroll makes driving layup (Josiah LeGree assists)
- 2nd Half62-78Chase Dawson makes driving layup (George Marshall assists)
- 2nd Half63-78Caleb Pennyfeather makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-78Caleb Pennyfeather makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Morehead State Eagles, below favours Little Rock Trojans.
Venue
- Ellis T. Johnson ArenaMorehead, KY
- Attendance1042
- OfficialsKyle Bottoms, Michael Wallace, Chris Fuller
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