Marshall Defeats Toledo 85-73 in NCAAB Showdown
Saturday, November 8, 2025, 2:00 PM ET · Savage Arena
Marshall Thundering Herd 85, Toledo Rockets 73, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Marshall Thundering Herd vs Toledo Rockets?
Marshall Thundering Herd beat Toledo Rockets 85-73 at Savage Arena on November 8, 2025.
In a decisive matchup at Savage Arena, the Marshall Thundering Herd triumphed over the Toledo Rockets with a final score of 85-73. This game showcased the contrasting fortunes of both teams, as Marshall improved to a 3-0 record for the season, while Toledo fell to 0-3. The victory for Marshall marks their continued strong performance, having won their last game against the Massachusetts Minutemen just a few days prior.
Toledo entered the game struggling, having lost their last two matches, including a close defeat to the South Alabama Jaguars just four days earlier. In their last ten games, Toledo has a record of 3-7, averaging 78.4 points scored while allowing 84.6 points per game. Their home record stands at 0-2 this season, indicating difficulties in their own arena. In contrast, Marshall has been performing well, boasting a 7-3 record over their last ten games, with an average of 76.6 points scored and 72.6 points allowed. They have an impressive away record of 3-0 this season.
The previous meeting between these two teams took place on November 9, 2024, where Marshall also emerged victorious, winning 90-80. This trend continued in their latest encounter, where Marshall maintained their edge over Toledo.
In terms of injuries, the block does not specify any current issues affecting either team, allowing both squads to field their best players. The conditions for the game were standard for an indoor basketball matchup, with no adverse weather factors reported.
From a betting perspective, the market had priced Toledo's chances of winning at 0.0, indicating that they were not favored to win this matchup according to the odds provider. This reflects the general sentiment surrounding Toledo's recent struggles and Marshall's strong start to the season.
As the game progressed, Marshall's Leroy Blyden Jr. played a pivotal role in the second half, contributing crucial points that helped secure the victory. His performance included key free throws and a layup that extended Marshall's lead. The scoring plays highlighted the effectiveness of Marshall's offensive strategy, particularly in the latter stages of the game.
Overall, this matchup was significant not only for its immediate implications for both teams' records but also for the ongoing narrative of Marshall's upward trajectory in the season against Toledo's search for form.
Leaders
- PointsSean Craig16Toledo Rockets
- AssistsSonny Wilson4Toledo Rockets
- ReboundsSean Craig7Toledo Rockets
- PointsJalen Speer20Marshall Thundering Herd
- AssistsJalen Speer5Marshall Thundering Herd
- ReboundsMatt Van Komen10Marshall Thundering Herd
Recent form
Toledo Rockets
Last 10: 3-7Streak L278.4 scored · 84.6 allowed per game3-3 at home
- L74-76vs South Alabama JaguarsNov 4
- L90-100at Akron ZipsMar 14
- W90-85vs Ohio BobcatsMar 13
- W96-82vs Ohio BobcatsMar 8
- L87-96vs Akron ZipsMar 5
- L74-87at Buffalo BullsMar 1
- L65-105at Kent State Golden FlashesFeb 26
- L68-69vs Bowling Green FalconsFeb 21
- W67-66vs Ball State CardinalsFeb 19
- L73-80at Eastern Michigan EaglesFeb 15
Marshall Thundering Herd
Last 10: 7-3Streak W176.6 scored · 72.6 allowed per game3-3 away
- W78-72at Massachusetts MinutemenNov 4
- L74-77at Arkansas State Red WolvesMar 8
- W79-76vs Georgia State PanthersMar 7
- W75-57vs App State MountaineersMar 1
- W83-66vs Old Dominion MonarchsFeb 26
- W69-59at App State MountaineersFeb 22
- W81-77at Old Dominion MonarchsFeb 20
- L68-79at Louisiana Ragin' CajunsFeb 16
- L82-91at South Alabama JaguarsFeb 14
- W77-72vs Arkansas State Red WolvesFeb 6
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Troy | 22-12 | - | 12-6 |
| South Alabama | 21-12 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Arkansas State | 20-12 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Texas State | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Marshall | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Coastal Carolina | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| App State | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| James Madison | 18-15 | 3 | 9-9 |
| Southern Miss | 19-16 | 3 | 9-9 |
| Georgia Southern | 21-16 | 4 | 8-10 |
| Old Dominion | 12-21 | 5 | 7-11 |
| Louisiana | 11-22 | 5 | 7-11 |
| Georgia State | 10-22 | 5 | 7-11 |
| UL Monroe | 4-28 | 11 | 1-17 |
| Miami (OH) | 32-2 | - | 18-0 |
| Akron | 29-6 | 1 | 17-1 |
| Kent State | 24-10 | 4 | 14-4 |
| Toledo | 19-15 | 7 | 11-7 |
| Bowling Green | 18-14 | 9 | 9-9 |
| Ohio | 15-17 | 9 | 9-9 |
| Buffalo | 17-15 | 11 | 7-11 |
| Massachusetts | 17-16 | 11 | 7-11 |
| Ball State | 12-19 | 11 | 7-11 |
| Central Michigan | 10-21 | 12 | 6-12 |
| Western Michigan | 10-21 | 14 | 4-14 |
| Eastern Michigan | 10-21 | 14 | 4-14 |
| Northern Illinois | 9-21 | 10 | 4-14 |
Box score
| Stat | Marshall Thundering Herd | Toledo Rockets |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 31-63 | 26-64 |
| Field goal % | 49 | 41 |
| Three-pointers | 15-37 | 6-19 |
| Three-point % | 41 | 32 |
| Free throws | 8-12 | 15-19 |
| Free throw % | 67 | 79 |
| Rebounds | 39 | 37 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 15 |
| Defensive rebounds | 26 | 22 |
| Assists | 23 | 16 |
| Steals | 8 | 11 |
| Blocks | 7 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 15 | 14 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 17 | 16 |
| Fast-break points | 10 | 15 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 32 |
| Fouls | 15 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 19 | 14 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half34-44Austin Parks made Jumper.
- 2nd Half37-44Jalen Speer made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half37-46Austin Parks made Layup.
- 2nd Half40-46Jalen Speer made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Caleb Hollenbeck.
- 2nd Half42-46Noah Otshudi made Layup.
- 2nd Half42-49Kyler Vanderjagt made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half44-49Matt Van Komen made Jumper.
- 2nd Half44-50Mynor Strong made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half44-51Mynor Strong made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-51Noah Otshudi made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Wilson Dubinsky.
- 2nd Half47-52Sonny Wilson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-53Sonny Wilson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-53Jalen Speer made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half49-53Jalen Speer made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-53Landen Joseph made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Wilson Dubinsky.
- 2nd Half55-53Wyatt Fricks made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Erich Harding.
- 2nd Half58-53Wilson Dubinsky made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Wyatt Fricks.
- 2nd Half61-53Wyatt Fricks made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jalen Speer.
- 2nd Half61-55Sean Craig made Jumper. Assisted by Sonny Wilson.
- 2nd Half64-55Jalen Speer made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half67-55Jalen Speer made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half69-55Noah Otshudi made Layup. Assisted by Matt Van Komen.
- 2nd Half71-55Wyatt Fricks made Dunk. Assisted by Jalen Speer.
- 2nd Half74-55Jalen Speer made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half74-58Sean Craig made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Leroy Blyden Jr..
- 2nd Half74-59Sonny Wilson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-61Sonny Wilson made Layup. Assisted by Mynor Strong.
- 2nd Half76-61Erich Harding made Dunk. Assisted by Noah Otshudi.
- 2nd Half76-64Kyler Vanderjagt made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Sonny Wilson.
- 2nd Half78-64Wyatt Fricks made Jumper. Assisted by Wilson Dubinsky.
- 2nd Half78-67Sean Craig made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Sonny Wilson.
- 2nd Half81-67Wyatt Fricks made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Noah Otshudi.
- 2nd Half81-69Sean Craig made Layup. Assisted by Leroy Blyden Jr..
- 2nd Half81-70Leroy Blyden Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half81-71Leroy Blyden Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half81-73Leroy Blyden Jr. made Layup.
- 2nd Half82-73Landen Joseph made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half83-73Landen Joseph made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half84-73Wilson Dubinsky made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half85-73Wilson Dubinsky made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Toledo Rockets, below favours Marshall Thundering Herd.
Venue
- Savage ArenaToledo, OH
- Attendance4026
- OfficialsKevin Driver, Todd Austin, Matt Jarman
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