Grand Canyon Lopes Defeat Northwestern State Demons 85-72
Friday, November 21, 2025, 9:00 PM ET · Global Credit Union Arena
Grand Canyon Lopes 85, Northwestern State Demons 72, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Northwestern State Demons vs Grand Canyon Lopes?
Grand Canyon Lopes beat Northwestern State Demons 85-72 at Global Credit Union Arena on November 21, 2025.
In an impressive display at the Global Credit Union Arena, the Grand Canyon Lopes secured a decisive 85-72 victory over the Northwestern State Demons. This match showcased the Lopes' offensive prowess as they maintained a strong scoring average throughout the game, ultimately leading to their win.
The Lopes entered this game with a home record of 3-2 and a recent form of 7-3 over their last ten games, despite suffering a loss in their previous outing against the Saint Louis Billikens, where they fell 64-78. Their scoring average stood at 81.9 points per game, while they allowed 73.1 points on average. In contrast, the Demons struggled with a 1-5 away record and a recent form of 5-5, but they had lost their last match against the San Francisco Dons with a score of 64-84. The Demons averaged 69.9 points scored per game and allowed 75.2 points.
At home, the Lopes had performed well, boasting a 5-1 record, while the Demons struggled away from home with a dismal 1-5 record. This fixture was particularly noteworthy as it highlighted the contrasting fortunes of both teams, with the Lopes looking to capitalize on their home advantage.
In terms of previous meetings, there was no specific mention in the block, but the Lopes' current form and home record suggested they were well-prepared to face the Demons. The injury situation was not detailed, but the Lopes' strong lineup contributed to their overall performance.
The betting market reflected the Lopes' dominance, with a home win probability of 1.0, indicating a strong expectation for their victory. The conditions in the arena were likely favorable, contributing to the Lopes' performance.
Throughout the game, viewers saw standout moments, particularly from Jaden Henley, who played a crucial role in the second half. His contributions included multiple free throws and a dunk, which helped the Lopes maintain their lead and secure the win. The Lopes' ability to execute plays effectively was evident, particularly in the closing moments of the game.
Overall, the Grand Canyon Lopes displayed their strength and depth as a team, overcoming the Northwestern State Demons with a solid performance that highlighted their scoring capabilities and home court advantage.
Leaders
- PointsJaden Henley22Grand Canyon Lopes
- AssistsJaden Henley4Grand Canyon Lopes
- ReboundsNana Owusu-Anane12Grand Canyon Lopes
- PointsMicah Thomas24Northwestern State Demons
- AssistsMicah Thomas4Northwestern State Demons
- ReboundsMicah Thomas3Northwestern State Demons
Recent form
Grand Canyon Lopes
Last 10: 7-3Streak L181.9 scored · 73.1 allowed per game5-1 at home
- L64-78at Saint Louis BillikensNov 16
- W88-59vs Northern Illinois HuskiesNov 11
- L81-90vs Youngstown State PenguinsNov 8
- W90-71vs Purdue Fort Wayne MastodonsNov 4
- W89-82at Utah Valley WolverinesMar 16
- W75-66vs California Baptist LancersMar 15
- W98-75vs UT Arlington MavericksMar 13
- L81-82at Abilene Christian WildcatsMar 8
- W90-68vs Utah Tech TrailblazersMar 7
- W63-60at Seattle U RedhawksMar 2
Northwestern State Demons
Last 10: 5-5Streak L169.9 scored · 75.2 allowed per game1-5 away
- L64-84at San Francisco DonsNov 19
- W95-75vs Ecclesia RoyalsNov 14
- L83-87at North Alabama LionsNov 12
- L53-80at North Texas Mean GreenNov 7
- L68-98at Texas A&M AggiesNov 4
- L64-83at McNeese CowboysMar 11
- W66-63vs Texas A&M-Corpus Christi IslandersMar 10
- W73-57vs Incarnate Word CardinalsMar 4
- W61-56vs Houston Christian HuskiesMar 1
- W72-69at SE Louisiana LionsFeb 25
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stephen F. Austin | 28-6 | - | 20-2 |
| McNeese | 28-6 | 1 | 19-3 |
| UT Rio Grande Valley | 19-14 | 6 | 14-8 |
| Texas A&M-Corpus Christi | 18-15 | 7 | 13-9 |
| LSU New Orleans | 15-18 | 8 | 12-10 |
| Nicholls | 14-19 | 8 | 12-10 |
| Houston Christian | 12-20 | 12 | 8-14 |
| Northwestern State | 10-22 | 12 | 8-14 |
| Incarnate Word | 12-19 | 13 | 7-15 |
| Lamar | 12-19 | 13 | 7-15 |
| East Texas A&M | 11-21 | 14 | 6-16 |
| SE Louisiana | 9-22 | 14 | 6-16 |
| Utah State | 29-7 | - | 15-5 |
| San Diego State | 22-11 | 1 | 14-6 |
| New Mexico | 26-11 | 2 | 13-7 |
| Grand Canyon | 20-12 | 2 | 13-7 |
| Nevada | 24-13 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Boise State | 20-12 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Colorado State | 21-13 | 4 | 11-9 |
| UNLV | 18-17 | 4 | 11-9 |
| Wyoming | 18-15 | 6 | 9-11 |
| Fresno State | 13-19 | 8 | 7-13 |
| San José State | 9-24 | 12 | 3-17 |
| Air Force | 3-29 | 15 | 0-20 |
Box score
| Stat | Northwestern State Demons | Grand Canyon Lopes |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-52 | 24-49 |
| Field goal % | 48 | 49 |
| Three-pointers | 6-20 | 7-22 |
| Three-point % | 30 | 32 |
| Free throws | 16-24 | 30-39 |
| Free throw % | 67 | 77 |
| Rebounds | 17 | 41 |
| Offensive rebounds | 3 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 14 | 29 |
| Assists | 12 | 15 |
| Steals | 4 | 3 |
| Blocks | 3 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 12 | 10 |
| Fast-break points | 6 | 13 |
| Points in the paint | 22 | 28 |
| Fouls | 27 | 23 |
| Largest lead | 1 | 16 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half43-48Micah Thomas made Jumper.
- 2nd Half43-50Jaden Henley made Layup.
- 2nd Half43-51Jaden Henley made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half46-51Landyn Jumawan made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Micah Thomas.
- 2nd Half46-53Efe Demirel made Dunk. Assisted by Jaden Henley.
- 2nd Half46-56Dusty Stromer made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Efe Demirel.
- 2nd Half46-57Caleb Shaw made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half46-58Dusty Stromer made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half46-59Dusty Stromer made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half46-61Jaden Henley made Layup.
- 2nd Half49-61Micah Thomas made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by J.C. Riley Jr..
- 2nd Half49-63Jaden Henley made Dunk.
- 2nd Half49-65Efe Demirel made Dunk. Assisted by Caleb Shaw.
- 2nd Half52-65Landyn Jumawan made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by J.C. Riley Jr..
- 2nd Half52-67Caleb Shaw made Layup. Assisted by Kaleb Smith.
- 2nd Half54-67J.C. Riley Jr. made Dunk. Assisted by Kordrick Turner.
- 2nd Half55-67Kordrick Turner made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-67Micah Thomas made Layup.
- 2nd Half57-68Jaden Henley made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-69Jaden Henley made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-70Wilhelm Breidenbach made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-70Kordrick Turner made Jumper.
- 2nd Half59-72Brian Moore Jr. made Jumper.
- 2nd Half59-73Efe Demirel made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-74Efe Demirel made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-74Micah Thomas made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-74Micah Thomas made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-74Omar Adegbola made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Micah Thomas.
- 2nd Half66-74Micah Thomas made Jumper. Assisted by Landyn Jumawan.
- 2nd Half66-76Makaih Williams made Jumper.
- 2nd Half68-76Micah Thomas made Jumper.
- 2nd Half68-77Jaden Henley made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-78Jaden Henley made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-80Jaden Henley made Layup.
- 2nd Half68-81Jaden Henley made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-82Jaden Henley made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-83Jaden Henley made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-83Landyn Jumawan made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Chip Brunt.
- 2nd Half71-85Jaden Henley made Dunk. Assisted by Nana Owusu-Anane.
- 2nd Half72-85Kordrick Turner made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Grand Canyon Lopes, below favours Northwestern State Demons.
Venue
- Global Credit Union ArenaPhoenix, AZ
- Attendance7224
- OfficialsMike Reed, Jourdan Love, Kevin Raher
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