Western Kentucky Tops Tennessee State 95-82 in Home Win
Sunday, November 16, 2025, 3:00 PM ET · E.A. Diddle Arena
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers 95, Tennessee State Tigers 82, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Tennessee State Tigers vs Western Kentucky Hilltoppers?
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers beat Tennessee State Tigers 95-82 at E.A. Diddle Arena on November 16, 2025.
In a commanding performance, the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers defeated the Tennessee State Tigers 95-82 at E.A. Diddle Arena on November 16, 2025. This victory marked Western Kentucky's fourth consecutive win against Tennessee State, extending their head-to-head record to 2-0 since the beginning of the 2025 season. The Hilltoppers showcased their offensive prowess, scoring a total of 95 points, significantly higher than their season average of 69.7 points per game.
Western Kentucky entered the game with a solid home record of 3-0 and a recent form of 5-5 over their last ten games, including a two-game winning streak. Their last five games had seen them average 73.4 points scored while allowing 74.0 points. In contrast, Tennessee State had a mixed away record of 1-4 but was coming off a strong performance, winning their last game against Oakwood Ambassadors 114-76. The Tigers had averaged 80.2 points scored and allowed 69.9 points over their last ten games, indicating a high-scoring capability that they were unable to fully realize in this matchup.
The game began with both teams trading baskets, but Western Kentucky quickly established control. The Hilltoppers' scoring was bolstered by standout performances, particularly from Armelo Boone, who contributed significantly in the second half with a layup and a dunk. Tennessee State's Travis Harper II attempted to keep the Tigers competitive, making key free throws and jump shots, but ultimately, they could not close the gap.
In terms of scoring runs, Western Kentucky pulled ahead decisively in the second half, with a series of plays that included a dunk by Boone, assisted by Grant Newell, and a three-point jumper from Aaron Nkrumah. The Hilltoppers maintained their lead, with their largest margin reaching 13 points before the final whistle.
The conditions at E.A. Diddle Arena were favorable for the home team, contributing to their strong performance. The Hilltoppers' ability to capitalize on their home court advantage was evident, as they improved their home record to 4-0 with this win. Tennessee State, on the other hand, struggled to find their rhythm away from home, falling to 2-3 in away games this season.
The betting market had favored Western Kentucky significantly, with a home win probability of 0.895 according to the odds provided by the market. This reflected the Hilltoppers' strong home form and recent performances compared to Tennessee State's inconsistent away record.
Injuries were not reported as a significant factor in this game, allowing both teams to field their best lineups. This contributed to the high level of play and scoring seen throughout the contest.
As the game concluded, Western Kentucky's victory not only solidified their position in the league but also highlighted their offensive capabilities, with an impressive scoring average that could pose challenges for future opponents. Tennessee State will need to regroup and address their away performance as they look to improve their record in upcoming games.
Leaders
- PointsTeagan Moore20Western Kentucky Hilltoppers
- AssistsTerrion Murdix7Western Kentucky Hilltoppers
- ReboundsGrant Newell7Western Kentucky Hilltoppers
- PointsAaron Nkrumah22Tennessee State Tigers
- AssistsDante Harris7Tennessee State Tigers
- ReboundsAaron Nkrumah9Tennessee State Tigers
Recent form
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers
Last 10: 5-5Streak W269.7 scored · 73.6 allowed per game3-4 at home
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- W82-70vs Tennessee Tech Golden EaglesNov 4
- L61-64vs Florida International PanthersMar 12
- L61-90vs Liberty FlamesMar 8
- W76-67vs Florida International PanthersMar 7
- L47-65at New Mexico State AggiesMar 1
- W80-73at UTEP MinersFeb 28
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Tennessee State Tigers
Last 10: 6-4Streak W180.2 scored · 69.9 allowed per game1-4 away
- W114-76vs Oakwood AmbassadorsNov 12
- L79-87at Belmont BruinsNov 9
- W101-50vs Fisk BulldogsNov 4
- L69-71at SIU Edwardsville CougarsMar 8
- W69-55vs Lindenwood LionsMar 7
- W74-69vs Southern Indiana Screaming EaglesMar 1
- W64-55vs Morehead State EaglesFeb 28
- L74-77at Tennessee Tech Golden EaglesFeb 22
- W86-75at UT Martin SkyhawksFeb 19
- L72-84at SIU Edwardsville CougarsFeb 15
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tennessee State | 23-10 | - | 15-5 |
| Morehead State | 20-13 | - | 15-5 |
| Southeast Missouri State | 20-13 | 1 | 14-6 |
| UT Martin | 22-11 | 2 | 13-7 |
| SIU Edwardsville | 19-13 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Lindenwood | 18-15 | 4 | 11-9 |
| Little Rock | 12-20 | 6 | 9-11 |
| Tennessee Tech | 13-18 | 6 | 8-12 |
| Eastern Illinois | 13-20 | 7 | 8-12 |
| Southern Indiana | 7-23 | 11 | 4-16 |
| Western Illinois | 5-26 | 14 | 1-19 |
| Liberty | 26-8 | - | 17-3 |
| Sam Houston | 22-12 | 4 | 13-7 |
| Louisiana Tech | 20-14 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Western Kentucky | 18-14 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Middle Tennessee | 17-15 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Kennesaw State | 21-14 | 7 | 10-10 |
| Jacksonville State | 15-17 | 7 | 10-10 |
| New Mexico State | 16-16 | 9 | 8-12 |
| Missouri State | 16-18 | 9 | 8-12 |
| Florida International | 15-17 | 9 | 8-12 |
| UTEP | 11-20 | 8 | 7-13 |
| Delaware | 10-21 | 11 | 6-14 |
Box score
| Stat | Tennessee State Tigers | Western Kentucky Hilltoppers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-58 | 35-64 |
| Field goal % | 41 | 55 |
| Three-pointers | 9-24 | 2-15 |
| Three-point % | 38 | 13 |
| Free throws | 25-34 | 23-32 |
| Free throw % | 74 | 72 |
| Rebounds | 35 | 39 |
| Offensive rebounds | 11 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 24 | 27 |
| Assists | 13 | 16 |
| Steals | 5 | 7 |
| Blocks | 4 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 5 | 19 |
| Fast-break points | 14 | 26 |
| Points in the paint | 24 | 62 |
| Fouls | 21 | 24 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 22 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half53-59Travis Harper II made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Dante Harris.
- 2nd Half53-61Bryant Selebangue made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half56-61Travis Harper II made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Aaron Nkrumah.
- 2nd Half58-61Dante Harris made Layup.
- 2nd Half58-63Teagan Moore made Layup.
- 2nd Half58-64Grant Newell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-66Blaise Keita made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half58-68Teagan Moore made Layup.
- 2nd Half58-69LJ Hackman made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-70LJ Hackman made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-72Teagan Moore made Layup.
- 2nd Half61-72Dante Harris made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Aaron Nkrumah.
- 2nd Half61-74Grant Newell made Dunk.
- 2nd Half63-74Kavien Jones made Jumper. Assisted by Dante Harris.
- 2nd Half63-76Leeroy Odiahi made Dunk. Assisted by Terrion Murdix.
- 2nd Half63-78LJ Hackman made Layup.
- 2nd Half63-79Terrion Murdix made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-80Terrion Murdix made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-82Leeroy Odiahi made Dunk. Assisted by Terrion Murdix.
- 2nd Half64-82Aaron Nkrumah made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-84Armelo Boone made Layup. Assisted by Cam Haffner.
- 2nd Half65-84Aaron Nkrumah made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-85Armelo Boone made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-87Bryant Selebangue made Layup. Assisted by Cam Haffner.
- 2nd Half66-87JC Brooks made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-87JC Brooks made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-87Dante Harris made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-87Dante Harris made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half72-87JC Brooks made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Dante Harris.
- 2nd Half72-88LJ Hackman made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half72-89Grant Newell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half73-89Travis Harper II made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-89Travis Harper II made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-91Armelo Boone made Layup.
- 2nd Half74-93Armelo Boone made Dunk. Assisted by Grant Newell.
- 2nd Half75-93Travis Harper II made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half77-93Travis Harper II made Jumper.
- 2nd Half79-93Aaron Nkrumah made Dunk.
- 2nd Half79-95LJ Hackman made Layup.
- 2nd Half82-95Aaron Nkrumah made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Dante Harris.
Win probability
Above the line favours Western Kentucky Hilltoppers, below favours Tennessee State Tigers.
Venue
- E.A. Diddle ArenaBowling Green, KY
- Attendance2845
- OfficialsJeb Hartness, Josue Nieves, Hunter Allen
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