Tennessee Tech Triumphs Over Little Rock Trojans
Saturday, January 31, 2026, 4:20 PM ET · Hooper Eblen Center
Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles 87, Little Rock Trojans 77, 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 Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles?
Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles beat Little Rock Trojans 87-77 at Hooper Eblen Center on January 31, 2026.
Who was favored in Little Rock Trojans vs Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles?
Little Rock Trojans were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -135 (about 57% implied). The underdog won.
In a notable NCAAB matchup, the Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles secured a decisive victory against the Little Rock Trojans, finishing the game with a score of 87-77. This win marks a significant turnaround for Tennessee Tech, who had been struggling in recent weeks. The Golden Eagles entered the contest with a home record of 8-14 and a recent form of 2-8 over their last ten games, including a four-game losing streak. They had averaged 65.1 points per game while allowing 74.8, indicating defensive vulnerabilities. On the other hand, the Little Rock Trojans, with a record of 9-13, had fared better recently, boasting a 7-3 record over their last ten games, although they were on a two-game losing streak before this matchup. They averaged 77.4 points per game while allowing 71.4.
The game took place at the Hooper Eblen Center, where Tennessee Tech had a home record of 1-4 in their last five games. Little Rock, conversely, had a solid away record of 3-2 in their previous five outings. The teams had met previously three times in the current and last season, with Tennessee Tech losing all encounters, including a 58-77 defeat earlier in the season on January 1, 2026.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, suggesting that both teams may have fielded their full rosters for this crucial game. The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had Little Rock favored by 1.5 points, with a total set at 141.5. The odds reflected a competitive matchup, yet Tennessee Tech's performance in this game defied expectations.
Conditions during the game were not detailed in the block, but the final score indicates a high-scoring affair, with Tennessee Tech effectively outpacing the Trojans. The Golden Eagles showcased their offensive capabilities, particularly in the second half, where they maintained a lead and executed crucial free throws down the stretch to secure the win. Key moments included free throws made by players such as Johnathan Lawson and Brandon Muntu, which helped solidify their advantage.
Viewers should have noted Tennessee Tech's ability to capitalize on their home court advantage and their resilience after a challenging stretch of games. This victory not only boosts their morale but also alters the dynamics of the conference as they look to build on this performance moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | LR -1.5 | 141.5 o -105 / u -115 | Little Rock Trojans -135 · Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles +114 |
Leaders
- PointsBrandon Muntu26Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles
- AssistsTy Owens5Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles
- ReboundsDani Pounds10Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles
- PointsBraxton Bayless24Little Rock Trojans
- AssistsJohnathan Lawson4Little Rock Trojans
- ReboundsBraxton Bayless5Little Rock Trojans
Recent form
Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles
Last 10: 2-8Streak L465.1 scored · 74.8 allowed per game1-4 at home
- L58-62at SIU Edwardsville CougarsJan 24
- L68-89at Lindenwood LionsJan 23
- L70-76vs Morehead State EaglesJan 17
- L54-71vs Southern Indiana Screaming EaglesJan 16
- W59-54at Western Illinois LeathernecksJan 10
- L61-71at Eastern Illinois PanthersJan 9
- L58-77at Little Rock TrojansJan 1
- L76-88vs Tennessee State TigersDec 31
- L62-86vs UT Martin SkyhawksDec 20
- W85-74vs Southeast Missouri State RedhawksDec 19
Little Rock Trojans
Last 10: 7-3Streak L277.4 scored · 71.4 allowed per game3-2 away
- L63-70at Tennessee State TigersJan 30
- L65-70at Southeast Missouri State RedhawksJan 23
- 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
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 |
| East Tennessee State | 23-11 | - | 13-5 |
| Mercer | 19-13 | 2 | 11-7 |
| Wofford | 19-13 | 2 | 11-7 |
| Samford | 18-14 | 2 | 11-7 |
| Furman | 22-13 | 3 | 10-8 |
| Western Carolina | 15-16 | 3 | 10-8 |
| UNC Greensboro | 15-19 | 4 | 9-9 |
| Chattanooga | 13-19 | 6 | 7-11 |
| The Citadel | 11-22 | 6 | 7-11 |
| VMI | 6-26 | 12 | 1-17 |
Box score
| Stat | Little Rock Trojans | Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 30-57 | 29-56 |
| Field goal % | 53 | 52 |
| Three-pointers | 5-14 | 11-24 |
| Three-point % | 36 | 46 |
| Free throws | 12-15 | 18-21 |
| Free throw % | 80 | 86 |
| Rebounds | 18 | 38 |
| Offensive rebounds | 6 | 18 |
| Defensive rebounds | 12 | 20 |
| Assists | 10 | 15 |
| Steals | 9 | 3 |
| Blocks | 3 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 21 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 1 | 1 |
| Points off turnovers | 19 | 9 |
| Fast-break points | 11 | 9 |
| Points in the paint | 40 | 32 |
| Fouls | 18 | 14 |
| Largest lead | 4 | 21 |
| Lead changes | 3 | 3 |
| Time in front | 10 | 88 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half44-63Mekhi Cameron makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half44-64Mekhi Cameron makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half46-64Truman Claytor IV makes 12-foot jumper
- 2nd Half46-66Brandon Muntu makes layup
- 2nd Half48-66Tuongthach Gatkek makes layup (Johnathan Lawson assists)
- 2nd Half50-66Truman Claytor IV makes layup
- 2nd Half50-67Dani Pounds makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-68Dani Pounds makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-68Johnathan Lawson makes layup
- 2nd Half52-70Brandon Muntu makes layup
- 2nd Half54-70Tuongthach Gatkek makes layup
- 2nd Half54-72Brandon Muntu makes layup (Dani Pounds assists)
- 2nd Half56-72Braxton Bayless makes 17-foot jumper
- 2nd Half57-72Johnathan Lawson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-72Johnathan Lawson makes layup
- 2nd Half62-72Braxton Bayless makes 27-foot three point jumper (Tracy Steele Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half62-73JaJuan Nicholls makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-74JaJuan Nicholls makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-74Braxton Bayless makes layup
- 2nd Half66-74Truman Claytor IV makes layup
- 2nd Half68-74Braxton Bayless makes 10-foot jumper
- 2nd Half68-75Dani Pounds makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-75Braxton Bayless makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-75Braxton Bayless makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-76Brandon Muntu makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-77Brandon Muntu makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-79Dani Pounds makes layup (Ty Owens assists)
- 2nd Half71-79Truman Claytor IV makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-79Truman Claytor IV makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-80JaJuan Nicholls makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-81JaJuan Nicholls makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-83Dani Pounds makes 4-foot dunk (Grant Slatten assists)
- 2nd Half72-84Dani Pounds makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half73-84Johnathan Lawson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-84Johnathan Lawson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-85Ty Owens makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-85Truman Claytor IV makes layup
- 2nd Half76-86Brandon Muntu makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-87Brandon Muntu makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half77-87Truman Claytor IV makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles, below favours Little Rock Trojans.
Venue
- Hooper Eblen CenterCookeville, TN
- Attendance1101
- OfficialsWilliam Humes, John Dillon, Coy Gammon
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