NCAAB · Final

Troy Trojans Defeat Marshall Thundering Herd 70-63

Saturday, December 20, 2025, 2:00 PM ET · Trojan Arena

Troy Trojans 70, Marshall Thundering Herd 63, 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 Marshall Thundering Herd vs Troy Trojans?

Troy Trojans beat Marshall Thundering Herd 70-63 at Trojan Arena on December 20, 2025.

Who was favored in Marshall Thundering Herd vs Troy Trojans?

Troy Trojans were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -205 (about 67% implied). The favorite won.

In a closely contested matchup, the Troy Trojans secured a 70-63 victory over the Marshall Thundering Herd at Trojan Arena on December 20, 2025. The win marks Troy's second consecutive victory, improving their home record to 9-5 and pushing their overall record to 9-5. The Trojans have shown resilience in recent games, averaging 90.1 points scored and allowing 80.2 points over their last ten outings, with a record of 5-5 in that span. They have been particularly effective at home, where they hold a 3-2 record in their last five games, averaging 83.6 points scored and 72.8 points allowed.

Marshall, on the other hand, fell to 7-6 overall and 1-4 in their last five games, despite a recent two-game winning streak prior to facing Troy. The Thundering Herd averaged 79.6 points scored and 77.9 points allowed in their last ten games, with a 6-4 record. Their away performance has been less impressive, with a 1-4 record in their last five away games.

The two teams have met once before this season, with Troy edging out Marshall 58-57 in a tight contest on January 4, 2025. This recent history added an extra layer of intensity to the matchup.

In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any players missing from either team, suggesting both squads were at full strength for this encounter. The betting market had Troy favored by 4.5 points, according to DraftKings, with a total set at 155.5. The odds for the over and under were both listed at -110. Troy's moneyline was -205, while Marshall's was +170.

The game was played under typical basketball conditions, with both teams showcasing their offensive capabilities. Troy's scoring was highlighted by key plays in the second half, including a layup by Wyatt Fricks that brought the score to 62-60, and a series of free throws by Victor Valdes that ultimately sealed the game for the Trojans.

As the game progressed, Troy maintained a slight edge, with crucial baskets from Thomas Dowd and Cooper Campbell contributing to their lead. Marshall's Bryce Slay attempted to close the gap with a three-pointer, but it was not enough to overcome Troy's late-game execution.

Viewers should have noted the strategic adjustments made by both teams, particularly in the second half, where Troy's defense tightened and their offensive efficiency improved. The final score reflected not only the competitive nature of the game but also the importance of home court advantage in college basketball.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	TROY -4.5	155.5 o -110 / u -110	Marshall Thundering Herd +170 · Troy Trojans -205

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Leaders

PointsTheo Seng18Troy Trojans
AssistsVictor Valdes6Troy Trojans
ReboundsThomas Dowd9Troy Trojans
PointsNoah Otshudi22Marshall Thundering Herd
AssistsNoah Otshudi4Marshall Thundering Herd
ReboundsErich Harding9Marshall Thundering Herd

Recent form

Troy Trojans

Last 10: 5-5Streak W290.1 scored · 80.2 allowed per game3-2 at home

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W101-47vs LaGrange PanthersDec 6
L89-93vs West Georgia WolvesDec 2
W74-64vs Saint Francis Red WolvesNov 26
L68-75vs Toledo RocketsNov 24
L106-107at USC TrojansNov 21
W108-107at San Diego State AztecsNov 19
L85-94at Cal State Northridge MatadorsNov 17
L63-74at Loyola Marymount LionsNov 15
W121-56vs Pensacola Christian PENSACOLA CHRISTIANNov 12

Marshall Thundering Herd

Last 10: 6-4Streak W279.6 scored · 77.9 allowed per game1-3 away

W76-74vs Wright State RaidersDec 13
W77-61vs Western Kentucky HilltoppersDec 11
L81-88at Ohio BobcatsDec 6
L69-70at UNC Wilmington SeahawksDec 4
L67-90vs Lipscomb BisonsNov 26
W69-60vs Mercyhurst LakersNov 24
W98-70vs Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden LionsNov 20
L78-104at Virginia CavaliersNov 15
W96-89vs Elon PhoenixNov 13
W85-73at Toledo RocketsNov 8

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

Box score

Stat	Marshall Thundering Herd	Troy Trojans
Field goals	23-65	21-60
Field goal %	35	35
Three-pointers	8-33	9-28
Three-point %	24	32
Free throws	9-14	19-23
Free throw %	64	83
Rebounds	45	42
Offensive rebounds	17	13
Defensive rebounds	28	29
Assists	13	11
Steals	4	8
Blocks	4	2
Turnovers	14	13
Team turnovers	0	2
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	1	0
Points off turnovers	15	10
Fast-break points	9	7
Points in the paint	24	22
Fouls	19	15
Largest lead	3	16
Lead changes	7	7
Time in front	10	89

How the scoring went

1st Half30-31Erich Harding makes free throw 2 of 2
1st Half30-34Austin Cross makes 24-foot three point jumper (Victor Valdes assists)
1st Half30-36Victor Valdes makes layup (Cooper Campbell assists)
1st Half32-36Wyatt Fricks makes layup (Jalen Speer assists)
2nd Half32-38Victor Valdes makes layup
2nd Half32-39Victor Valdes makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half33-39Noah Otshudi makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half34-39Noah Otshudi makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half36-39Matt Van Komen makes 3-foot dunk
2nd Half36-41Victor Valdes makes layup
2nd Half36-44Theo Seng makes 28-foot three point jumper (Victor Valdes assists)
2nd Half36-47Theo Seng makes 26-foot three point jumper (Victor Valdes assists)
2nd Half36-50Theo Seng makes 26-foot three point jumper (Cooper Campbell assists)
2nd Half36-52Theo Seng makes layup
2nd Half38-52Noah Otshudi makes layup
2nd Half39-52Noah Otshudi makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half39-54Thomas Dowd makes layup (Victor Valdes assists)
2nd Half42-54Bryce Slay makes 28-foot three point jumper (Erich Harding assists)
2nd Half45-54Noah Otshudi makes 28-foot three point jumper
2nd Half47-54Noah Otshudi makes layup
2nd Half47-55Jerrell Bellamy makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half47-56Jerrell Bellamy makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half47-58Cooper Campbell makes layup
2nd Half49-58Noah Otshudi makes layup
2nd Half51-58Wyatt Fricks makes 2-foot alley oop dunk (Jalen Speer assists)
2nd Half51-59Theo Seng makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half51-60Theo Seng makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half54-60Jalen Speer makes 23-foot three point jumper (Noah Otshudi assists)
2nd Half55-60Erich Harding makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half55-62Victor Valdes makes layup
2nd Half56-62Erich Harding makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half58-62Erich Harding makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half60-62Wyatt Fricks makes layup
2nd Half60-64Thomas Dowd makes 8-foot jumper
2nd Half60-66Victor Valdes makes layup
2nd Half60-67Cooper Campbell makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half60-68Cooper Campbell makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half63-68Bryce Slay makes 27-foot three point jumper
2nd Half63-69Victor Valdes makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half63-70Victor Valdes makes free throw 2 of 2