Southeast Missouri State Edges Little Rock 70-65
Thursday, January 22, 2026, 8:30 PM ET · Show Me Center
Southeast Missouri State Redhawks 70, Little Rock Trojans 65, 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 Southeast Missouri State Redhawks?
Southeast Missouri State Redhawks beat Little Rock Trojans 70-65 at Show Me Center on January 22, 2026.
Who was favored in Little Rock Trojans vs Southeast Missouri State Redhawks?
Southeast Missouri State Redhawks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -250 (about 71% implied). The favorite won.
In a closely contested matchup, the Southeast Missouri State Redhawks triumphed over the Little Rock Trojans with a final score of 70-65. This victory marked an important moment for the Redhawks, who have been striving to solidify their position in the league. The game took place at the Show Me Center, where Southeast Missouri State holds a respectable home record of 11-10 for the season.
The Redhawks entered this game with a recent form of 6-4 over their last ten games, currently riding a one-game winning streak. They averaged 74.4 points scored per game while allowing 69.4 points during this stretch. Their last match before facing Little Rock was a convincing 66-50 win against the UT Martin Skyhawks. However, they had faced some challenges earlier in January, including losses to SIU Edwardsville and Lindenwood.
On the other hand, the Little Rock Trojans came into this game with a record of 9-11, having won seven of their last ten games and currently enjoying a four-game winning streak. They averaged 76.8 points scored per game while allowing 74.2 points in that span. Their recent success included victories over Western Illinois and Eastern Illinois, showcasing their offensive capabilities and resilience.
Both teams have had different experiences on their home and away games. Southeast Missouri State has a home record of 4-2 in their last six games, while their away record stands at 2-2. Little Rock, conversely, has performed well both at home and on the road, with a home record of 4-1 and an away record of 3-2 in their last five games.
In their previous meetings, Southeast Missouri State has had the upper hand, holding a 2-1 record against Little Rock. Their most recent encounter was on March 8, 2025, where the Redhawks won decisively with a score of 78-59. This historical context added an intriguing layer to the matchup, as both teams sought to assert their dominance.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details on any players missing from either side, suggesting that both teams were at full strength for this important clash.
As for the betting market, DraftKings set the odds with Southeast Missouri State favored by 5.5 points, with a total set at 145.5. The moneyline for the Redhawks was -250, while the Trojans were at +205. This indicates a belief in the Redhawks' ability to secure the win, but the close odds reflect the competitive nature of the matchup.
The game conditions were typical for a mid-January evening, with the venue packed with fans eager to support their teams. The atmosphere was electric, contributing to the intensity of the contest.
Throughout the game, viewers were treated to a series of scoring plays that showcased the skills of both teams. Key moments included a critical three-point jumper by Kachi Nzeh, which brought Little Rock within striking distance late in the game. However, Southeast Missouri State managed to maintain their lead with free throws from players like Marqueas Bell and BJ Ward, who sealed the victory in the final moments.
In summary, the Southeast Missouri State Redhawks' victory over the Little Rock Trojans was a hard-fought battle that highlighted the competitive spirit of both teams. With this win, the Redhawks continue to build momentum in their season, while Little Rock will look to regroup and build on their recent successes.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SEMO -5.5 | 145.5 o -110 / u -110 | Little Rock Trojans +205 · Southeast Missouri State Redhawks -250 |
Leaders
- PointsLuke Almodovar13Southeast Missouri State Redhawks
- AssistsBrendan Terry4Southeast Missouri State Redhawks
- ReboundsLuke Almodovar10Southeast Missouri State Redhawks
- PointsJohnathan Lawson21Little Rock Trojans
- AssistsTuongthach Gatkek5Little Rock Trojans
- ReboundsCameron Wallace7Little Rock Trojans
Recent form
Southeast Missouri State Redhawks
Last 10: 6-4Streak W174.4 scored · 69.4 allowed per game4-2 at home
- W66-50vs UT Martin SkyhawksJan 21
- L55-68vs SIU Edwardsville CougarsJan 17
- L76-88vs Lindenwood LionsJan 16
- L69-71at Morehead State EaglesJan 10
- W84-76at Southern Indiana Screaming EaglesJan 9
- W73-50vs Western Illinois LeathernecksJan 3
- W68-59vs Eastern Illinois PanthersJan 2
- W91-82at Tennessee State TigersDec 20
- L74-85at Tennessee Tech Golden EaglesDec 19
- W88-65vs Saint Xavier CougarsDec 14
Little Rock Trojans
Last 10: 7-3Streak W476.8 scored · 74.2 allowed per game3-2 away
- W86-79vs Western Illinois LeathernecksJan 17
- W74-63vs Eastern Illinois PanthersJan 16
- W82-74at Lindenwood LionsJan 10
- 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
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 | Southeast Missouri State Redhawks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 22-60 | 24-53 |
| Field goal % | 37 | 45 |
| Three-pointers | 9-21 | 7-23 |
| Three-point % | 43 | 30 |
| Free throws | 12-17 | 15-21 |
| Free throw % | 71 | 71 |
| Rebounds | 31 | 35 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 6 |
| Defensive rebounds | 23 | 29 |
| Assists | 12 | 16 |
| Steals | 8 | 4 |
| Blocks | 6 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 8 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 12 | 12 |
| Fast-break points | 6 | 9 |
| Points in the paint | 18 | 32 |
| Fouls | 16 | 14 |
| Largest lead | 3 | 13 |
| Lead changes | 9 | 9 |
| Time in front | 13 | 85 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half30-36Brendan Terry makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half30-38Landren Blocker makes 4-foot dunk
- 2nd Half33-38Johnathan Lawson makes 24-foot three point jumper (Cameron Wallace assists)
- 2nd Half33-40BJ Ward makes layup
- 2nd Half33-42Luke Almodovar makes 1-foot dunk (Marqueas Bell assists)
- 2nd Half35-42Kachi Nzeh makes layup
- 2nd Half35-44Marqueas Bell makes layup
- 2nd Half37-44Tuongthach Gatkek makes layup
- 2nd Half37-47Braxton Stacker makes 24-foot three point jumper (Brendan Terry assists)
- 2nd Half37-50Luke Almodovar makes 23-foot three point jumper (Marqueas Bell assists)
- 2nd Half40-50Kachi Nzeh makes 24-foot three point jumper (Johnathan Lawson assists)
- 2nd Half42-50Truman Claytor IV makes 20-foot jumper
- 2nd Half42-52Brendan Terry makes layup (Luke Almodovar assists)
- 2nd Half44-52Truman Claytor IV makes 13-foot jumper (Cameron Wallace assists)
- 2nd Half44-54Troy Cole Jr. makes layup (Brendan Terry assists)
- 2nd Half44-55Troy Cole Jr. makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half44-56Marqueas Bell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half45-56Johnathan Lawson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-56Johnathan Lawson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half46-57Elliot Lowndes makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-58Elliot Lowndes makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-58Johnathan Lawson makes layup
- 2nd Half50-58Tuongthach Gatkek makes layup
- 2nd Half50-61Luke Almodovar makes 24-foot three point jumper (Braxton Stacker assists)
- 2nd Half52-61Braxton Bayless makes layup
- 2nd Half52-63Luke Almodovar makes 2-foot dunk (BJ Ward assists)
- 2nd Half52-64Braxton Stacker makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-65Braxton Stacker makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-65Johnathan Lawson makes 25-foot three point jumper (Kachi Nzeh assists)
- 2nd Half56-65Cameron Wallace makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-65Cameron Wallace makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-65Tuongthach Gatkek makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-65Tuongthach Gatkek makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-66Marqueas Bell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-66Kachi Nzeh makes 25-foot three point jumper (Tuongthach Gatkek assists)
- 2nd Half62-67Brendan Terry makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-67Cameron Wallace makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-69BJ Ward makes 10-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half65-69Johnathan Lawson makes layup
- 2nd Half65-70BJ Ward makes free throw 1 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Southeast Missouri State Redhawks, below favours Little Rock Trojans.
Venue
- Show Me CenterCape Girardeau, MO
- Attendance1463
- OfficialsLuke Chittum, Michael Stramiello, Wesley Harper
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