Lindenwood Lions Triumph Over Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles
Thursday, January 22, 2026, 8:30 PM ET · Hyland Arena
Lindenwood Lions 89, Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles 68, 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 Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles vs Lindenwood Lions?
Lindenwood Lions beat Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles 89-68 at Hyland Arena on January 22, 2026.
Who was favored in Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles vs Lindenwood Lions?
Lindenwood Lions were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -455 (about 82% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Lindenwood Lions secured a commanding victory against the Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles, finishing the game with a score of 89 to 68. This win highlights Lindenwood's strong performance at home, where they have maintained a record of 12-8 this season, while Tennessee Tech struggles with a 7-13 record overall.
Lindenwood's recent form has shown some inconsistency, with a record of 6-4 in their last ten games. They entered this game on a one-game losing streak, having lost to the UT Martin Skyhawks just days prior. Their scoring average over the last ten games stands at 81.5 points per game, while allowing 67.9 points. In their last five games, they averaged 72.4 points scored and 74.6 points allowed, indicating a slight dip in offensive production.
On the other hand, Tennessee Tech has faced challenges lately, with a 4-6 record in their last ten games and currently on a two-game losing streak. Their average scoring in this stretch is 71.3 points per game, with an average of 72.5 points allowed. In their last five games, they have struggled significantly, averaging only 60.4 points scored while allowing 69.8 points.
The game took place at Hyland Arena, where Lindenwood has been particularly effective, boasting a home record of 5-1 in their last six home games. In contrast, Tennessee Tech has not fared well on the road, with a 1-3 record in their last four away games.
Historically, the two teams have faced each other twice in the past, with each team winning one game. The most recent meeting before this game was on March 1, 2025, where Lindenwood emerged victorious with a close score of 76-74. In their previous encounter on December 20, 2024, Tennessee Tech won 79-73, showcasing the competitive nature of their matchups.
In terms of injuries, no specific information was provided in the block, which suggests that both teams may have fielded their full rosters for this game, allowing for a fair contest.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, indicated that Lindenwood was favored with a spread of -8.5, while the total points line was set at 151.5. The odds for the home money line were -455, and for the away money line, they were at 350. This reflects a strong belief in Lindenwood's ability to win, which they demonstrated in their performance.
The conditions during the game were not detailed in the block, but the atmosphere at Hyland Arena likely contributed to Lindenwood's advantage, as home court often plays a significant role in college basketball.
As the game unfolded, Lindenwood showcased their offensive prowess, particularly in the second half, where they maintained control and extended their lead. Key moments included free throws by Kevin Anthony that pushed the score to 89-58, solidifying their dominance. Tennessee Tech, while making some late attempts to close the gap with layups from Mekhi Turner and C.J. McPherson, could not overcome the deficit.
Overall, Lindenwood's ability to score effectively and defend well allowed them to secure a comfortable victory, demonstrating their strength as they continue through the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | LIN -8.5 | 151.5 o -105 / u -115 | Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles +350 · Lindenwood Lions -455 |
Leaders
- PointsAnias Futrell25Lindenwood Lions
- AssistsAnias Futrell5Lindenwood Lions
- ReboundsAnias Futrell10Lindenwood Lions
- PointsJaJuan Nicholls15Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles
- AssistsMalik Ferguson2Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles
- ReboundsMekhi Turner6Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles
Recent form
Lindenwood Lions
Last 10: 6-4Streak L181.5 scored · 67.9 allowed per game5-1 at home
- L55-69at UT Martin SkyhawksJan 17
- W88-76at Southeast Missouri State RedhawksJan 16
- L74-82vs Little Rock TrojansJan 10
- L62-66at SIU Edwardsville CougarsJan 7
- W83-80vs Southern Indiana Screaming EaglesJan 3
- W77-64vs Morehead State EaglesJan 1
- L65-70at Missouri State BearsDec 23
- W109-52vs Harris Stowe State HornetsDec 20
- W92-76vs Western Illinois LeathernecksDec 19
- W110-44vs Culver Stockton WildcatsDec 10
Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles
Last 10: 4-6Streak L271.3 scored · 72.5 allowed per game2-2 away
- L70-76vs Morehead State EaglesJan 17
- L54-71vs Southern Indiana Screaming EaglesJan 16
- W59-54at Western Illinois LeathernecksJan 10
- L61-71at Eastern Illinois PanthersJan 9
- L58-77at Little Rock TrojansJan 1
- L76-88vs Tennessee State TigersDec 31
- L62-86vs UT Martin SkyhawksDec 20
- W85-74vs Southeast Missouri State RedhawksDec 19
- W101-69vs Bethel (TN) WildcatsDec 13
- W87-59at West Georgia WolvesDec 6
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Tennessee State | 23-11 | - | 13-5 |
| Mercer | 19-13 | 2 | 11-7 |
| Wofford | 19-13 | 2 | 11-7 |
| Samford | 18-14 | 2 | 11-7 |
| Furman | 22-13 | 3 | 10-8 |
| Western Carolina | 15-16 | 3 | 10-8 |
| UNC Greensboro | 15-19 | 4 | 9-9 |
| Chattanooga | 13-19 | 6 | 7-11 |
| The Citadel | 11-22 | 6 | 7-11 |
| VMI | 6-26 | 12 | 1-17 |
| 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 |
Box score
| Stat | Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles | Lindenwood Lions |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 21-60 | 34-60 |
| Field goal % | 35 | 57 |
| Three-pointers | 4-14 | 5-20 |
| Three-point % | 29 | 25 |
| Free throws | 22-30 | 16-20 |
| Free throw % | 73 | 80 |
| Rebounds | 32 | 38 |
| Offensive rebounds | 15 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 17 | 28 |
| Assists | 5 | 19 |
| Steals | 10 | 12 |
| Blocks | 3 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 16 | 18 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 17 | 27 |
| Fast-break points | 10 | 25 |
| Points in the paint | 28 | 54 |
| Fouls | 17 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 31 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 97 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half33-61Dontrez Williams makes 7-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half34-61JaJuan Nicholls makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half35-61JaJuan Nicholls makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half35-62Robert Lewis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half35-63Robert Lewis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half35-64Robert Lewis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half35-65Robert Lewis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half37-65JaJuan Nicholls makes layup
- 2nd Half37-67Clayton Jackson makes 10-foot jumper
- 2nd Half40-67Brandon Muntu makes 23-foot three point jumper (Malik Ferguson assists)
- 2nd Half42-67Brandon Muntu makes driving layup
- 2nd Half43-67Brandon Muntu makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half44-67Mekhi Cameron makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half45-67Mekhi Cameron makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half45-69Milos Nenadic makes layup (Jadis Jones assists)
- 2nd Half45-71Milos Nenadic makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half46-71Grant Slatten makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-73Anias Futrell makes driving layup
- 2nd Half48-73Mekhi Cameron makes 13-foot jumper
- 2nd Half48-76Anias Futrell makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jadis Jones assists)
- 2nd Half50-76JaJuan Nicholls makes layup
- 2nd Half50-78Dontrez Williams makes driving layup (Robert Lewis assists)
- 2nd Half50-79Dontrez Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-80Dontrez Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-80Mekhi Turner makes layup
- 2nd Half52-82Anias Futrell makes layup
- 2nd Half53-82C.J. McPherson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-82C.J. McPherson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-83Robert Lewis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-85Anias Futrell makes 16-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half57-85C.J. McPherson makes 23-foot three point jumper (Malik Ferguson assists)
- 2nd Half57-87Robert Lewis makes 1-foot dunk (Anias Futrell assists)
- 2nd Half58-87Mekhi Turner makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-88Kevin Anthony makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-89Kevin Anthony makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-89Mekhi Turner makes layup
- 2nd Half62-89C.J. McPherson makes layup
- 2nd Half64-89Ty Owens makes 17-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half65-89Jacobe Whitted makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-89Grant Slatten makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jacobe Whitted assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Lindenwood Lions, below favours Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles.
Venue
- Hyland ArenaSaint Charles, MO
- Attendance1057
- OfficialsMike O'Neill, Chris Koopman, Michael Swoboda
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