Arkansas State Edges Southern Miss in Close Contest
Tuesday, February 24, 2026, 8:30 PM ET · First National Bank Arena
Arkansas State Red Wolves 89, Southern Miss Golden Eagles 84, 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 Southern Miss Golden Eagles vs Arkansas State Red Wolves?
Arkansas State Red Wolves beat Southern Miss Golden Eagles 89-84 at First National Bank Arena on February 24, 2026.
Who was favored in Southern Miss Golden Eagles vs Arkansas State Red Wolves?
Arkansas State Red Wolves were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -455 (about 82% implied). The favorite won.
In a thrilling matchup, the Arkansas State Red Wolves narrowly defeated the Southern Miss Golden Eagles with a final score of 89-84. This victory marks Arkansas State's continued dominance over Southern Miss, extending their head-to-head record to 4-0 over the past two seasons. The game was held at the First National Bank Arena, where Arkansas State has shown a strong home presence throughout the season.
Arkansas State entered the game with a home record of 19-11 and had been performing well recently, boasting a 6-4 record over their last ten games. They were on a two-game winning streak, having scored an impressive average of 83.1 points while allowing 73.3 points in that span. Their last five games reflected even stronger offensive output, with an average of 92.6 points scored and 74.4 points allowed. In their previous match, they secured a decisive 102-94 victory against UL Monroe Warhawks, showcasing their offensive capabilities.
On the other hand, Southern Miss came into the game with a 15-15 overall record and a less favorable recent form, recording a 4-6 record in their last ten games. They had also won their last two games, including an 86-81 victory over Old Dominion Monarchs. However, their scoring average of 70.8 points per game, combined with an average of 73.9 points allowed, indicated a more modest offensive performance compared to their opponents.
The game was tightly contested, with both teams exchanging leads throughout. Key moments included a series of free throws from players like Christian Harmon and Chandler Jackson, who helped Arkansas State maintain their lead in the closing minutes. Notably, Southern Miss managed to tie the game at 83-83 with a tip-in layup from Aly Tounkara, but Arkansas State responded quickly, regaining the lead and securing the win.
In terms of the betting market, DraftKings had priced Arkansas State as 9.5-point favorites, with a moneyline of -455 for the home team and +350 for Southern Miss. The total points line was set at 158.5, reflecting expectations for a high-scoring affair, which ultimately played out as both teams delivered strong offensive performances.
The conditions during the game were conducive to scoring, and both teams took advantage of the arena's atmosphere. Arkansas State's ability to capitalize on free-throw opportunities, particularly in the second half, proved crucial in their victory. The Red Wolves' home advantage was evident, as they improved their home record to 20-11 with this win.
As the season progresses, Arkansas State will look to build on this momentum, while Southern Miss will need to address their away performance, having struggled on the road with an away record of 0-5 in their last five games. The matchup highlighted the competitive nature of NCAAB, with both teams demonstrating their potential as they head into the final stretch of the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | ARST -9.5 | 158.5 o -115 / u -105 | Southern Miss Golden Eagles +350 · Arkansas State Red Wolves -455 |
Leaders
- PointsJalen Hampton17Arkansas State Red Wolves
- AssistsChandler Jackson5Arkansas State Red Wolves
- ReboundsJalen Hampton13Arkansas State Red Wolves
- PointsTylik Weeks21Southern Miss Golden Eagles
- AssistsTylik Weeks9Southern Miss Golden Eagles
- ReboundsDylan Brumfield8Southern Miss Golden Eagles
Recent form
Arkansas State Red Wolves
Last 10: 6-4Streak W283.1 scored · 73.3 allowed per game2-3 at home
- W102-94at UL Monroe WarhawksFeb 21
- W79-62at Louisiana Ragin' CajunsFeb 20
- L88-92vs South Alabama JaguarsFeb 14
- W103-70vs UL Monroe WarhawksFeb 12
- W91-54vs Bowling Green FalconsFeb 7
- W70-66at Coastal Carolina ChanticleersFeb 5
- L61-70vs Marshall Thundering HerdJan 31
- L71-75vs Old Dominion MonarchsJan 29
- L81-82at Georgia State PanthersJan 24
- W85-68at Georgia Southern EaglesJan 23
Southern Miss Golden Eagles
Last 10: 4-6Streak W270.8 scored · 73.9 allowed per game0-4 away
- W86-81vs Old Dominion MonarchsFeb 21
- W69-65vs Troy TrojansFeb 15
- L78-84vs South Alabama JaguarsFeb 13
- W66-65vs Kent State Golden FlashesFeb 7
- L77-81at Marshall Thundering HerdFeb 5
- W73-65vs James Madison DukesJan 31
- L63-70vs App State MountaineersJan 30
- L67-85at Coastal Carolina ChanticleersJan 24
- L62-69at Georgia State PanthersJan 23
- L67-74at Texas State BobcatsJan 17
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 | Southern Miss Golden Eagles | Arkansas State Red Wolves |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 34-67 | 24-60 |
| Field goal % | 51 | 40 |
| Three-pointers | 5-17 | 5-20 |
| Three-point % | 29 | 25 |
| Free throws | 11-21 | 36-46 |
| Free throw % | 52 | 78 |
| Rebounds | 36 | 42 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 19 |
| Defensive rebounds | 23 | 23 |
| Assists | 21 | 13 |
| Steals | 10 | 6 |
| Blocks | 4 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 18 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 2 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 2 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Points off turnovers | 29 | 12 |
| Fast-break points | 14 | 13 |
| Points in the paint | 56 | 38 |
| Fouls | 32 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 6 | 9 |
| Lead changes | 5 | 5 |
| Time in front | 16 | 74 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half52-55Tegra Izay makes layup (Dylan Brumfield assists)
- 2nd Half52-58Jalen Hampton makes 25-foot three point jumper (Chandler Jackson assists)
- 2nd Half54-58Dylan Brumfield makes 6-foot jumper
- 2nd Half54-60Jalen Hampton makes layup (Joey Chammaa assists)
- 2nd Half54-61Joey Chammaa makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-61Djahi Binet makes layup (Tylik Weeks assists)
- 2nd Half56-63Jalen Hampton makes driving layup
- 2nd Half58-63Tylik Weeks makes 4-foot dunk
- 2nd Half58-64Joey Chammaa makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-65Joey Chammaa makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-67Christian Harmon makes driving layup
- 2nd Half60-67Tegra Izay makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half63-67Curt Lewis makes 24-foot three point jumper (Tylik Weeks assists)
- 2nd Half63-69TJ Caldwell makes 4-foot dunk (Christian Harmon assists)
- 2nd Half66-69Israel Hart makes 26-foot three point jumper (Dylan Brumfield assists)
- 2nd Half68-69Dylan Brumfield makes layup (Israel Hart assists)
- 2nd Half69-69Dylan Brumfield makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half69-71Chandler Jackson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half71-71Tylik Weeks makes layup
- 2nd Half73-71Djahi Binet makes layup (Dylan Brumfield assists)
- 2nd Half73-74Christian Harmon makes 26-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half75-74Isaac Taveras makes 9-foot jumper (Dylan Brumfield assists)
- 2nd Half77-74Isaac Taveras makes layup (Tylik Weeks assists)
- 2nd Half77-76Jalen Hampton makes layup
- 2nd Half77-77Jalen Hampton makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half79-77Isaac Taveras makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half81-77Djahi Binet makes layup (Isaac Taveras assists)
- 2nd Half81-78TJ Caldwell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half82-78Tylik Weeks makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half83-78Tylik Weeks makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half83-79Jalen Hampton makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half83-80Chandler Jackson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half83-81Chandler Jackson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half83-83Aly Tounkara makes 3-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half83-85Jalen Hampton makes layup (Chandler Jackson assists)
- 2nd Half83-86Christian Harmon makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half83-87Christian Harmon makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half84-87Isaac Taveras makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half84-88Christian Harmon makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half84-89Chandler Jackson makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Arkansas State Red Wolves, below favours Southern Miss Golden Eagles.
Venue
- First National Bank ArenaJonesboro, AR
- Attendance4875
- OfficialsRob Rorke, Josue Nieves, K.B. Burdett Jr.
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