Arkansas State Defeats Troy Trojans 86-74 at Home
Wednesday, January 7, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · First National Bank Arena
Arkansas State Red Wolves 86, Troy Trojans 74, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Troy Trojans vs Arkansas State Red Wolves?
Arkansas State Red Wolves beat Troy Trojans 86-74 at First National Bank Arena on January 7, 2026.
Who was favored in Troy Trojans vs Arkansas State Red Wolves?
Arkansas State Red Wolves were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -192 (about 66% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Arkansas State Red Wolves secured an 86-74 victory over the Troy Trojans at the First National Bank Arena. This win is significant as it highlights Arkansas State's strong home performance, improving their home record to 12-5. The Red Wolves had been on a slight downturn, losing their previous game against James Madison Dukes, but they managed to bounce back effectively against Troy.
Arkansas State entered the game with a record of 11-5, while Troy held a record of 10-6. Both teams had been performing well recently, with Arkansas State boasting a 7-3 record over their last ten games, albeit on a one-game losing streak. They averaged 84.0 points scored and allowed 75.8 points during this stretch. In contrast, Troy also recorded a 7-3 mark in their last ten games, riding a five-game winning streak into this contest, averaging 86.1 points scored and 77.0 points allowed.
At home, Arkansas State had a record of 4-1 in their last five games, scoring an impressive average of 87.8 points while allowing 74.8 points. Troy, on the other hand, had a home record of 5-2, but their away record was less impressive at 2-1. This context made the game particularly engaging, as both teams were looking to assert their dominance in the conference.
Historically, the matchup between these two teams has been competitive, with Arkansas State holding a 1-2 record against Troy in their last three meetings. The most recent encounter prior to this game was on March 10, 2025, where Arkansas State fell to Troy with a score of 81-94. However, the Red Wolves had previously defeated Troy 84-78 on January 11, 2025, which added to the anticipation of this game.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details about player availability, but both teams would have been keen to field their strongest lineups for such an important game. The conditions at the First National Bank Arena were likely favorable for the home team, contributing to their strong performance.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Arkansas State favored by 4.5 points, with a total set at 160.5. The home money line was listed at -192.0, while Troy's money line was at 160.0, indicating a strong belief in Arkansas State's chances to win.
Throughout the game, viewers witnessed a series of scoring plays that highlighted the offensive capabilities of both teams. Key moments included Theo Seng making a 25-foot three-point jumper, and Chandler Jackson contributing crucial free throws to extend the lead in the second half. Joey Chammaa also played a significant role, making free throws that solidified Arkansas State's advantage.
Ultimately, Arkansas State's ability to capitalize on their home court advantage, combined with their offensive firepower, led them to a convincing victory over Troy. The final score of 86-74 reflects the Red Wolves' resilience and determination to reclaim their winning form.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | ARST -4.5 | 160.5 o -110 / u -110 | Troy Trojans +160 · Arkansas State Red Wolves -192 |
Leaders
- PointsChristian Harmon18Arkansas State Red Wolves
- AssistsMatt Hayman4Arkansas State Red Wolves
- ReboundsJalen Hampton7Arkansas State Red Wolves
- PointsTheo Seng23Troy Trojans
- AssistsCooper Campbell7Troy Trojans
- ReboundsThomas Dowd10Troy Trojans
Recent form
Arkansas State Red Wolves
Last 10: 7-3Streak L184 scored · 75.8 allowed per game4-1 at home
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Troy Trojans
Last 10: 7-3Streak W586.1 scored · 77 allowed per game2-1 away
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- L89-93vs West Georgia WolvesDec 2
- W74-64vs Saint Francis Red WolvesNov 26
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- L106-107at USC TrojansNov 21
- W108-107at San Diego State AztecsNov 19
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 | Troy Trojans | Arkansas State Red Wolves |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 27-65 | 26-58 |
| Field goal % | 42 | 45 |
| Three-pointers | 9-28 | 12-30 |
| Three-point % | 32 | 40 |
| Free throws | 11-18 | 22-29 |
| Free throw % | 61 | 76 |
| Rebounds | 30 | 44 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 13 |
| Defensive rebounds | 21 | 31 |
| Assists | 15 | 14 |
| Steals | 9 | 8 |
| Blocks | 5 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 16 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 17 | 10 |
| Fast-break points | 6 | 7 |
| Points in the paint | 32 | 24 |
| Fouls | 21 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 3 | 20 |
| Lead changes | 3 | 3 |
| Time in front | 5 | 86 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half35-51Chandler Jackson makes 6-foot pullup jump shot (Jalen Hampton assists)
- 2nd Half35-53Matt Hayman makes 8-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half35-55Matt Hayman makes 7-foot jumper
- 2nd Half37-55Jerrell Bellamy makes layup (Theo Seng assists)
- 2nd Half38-55Jerrell Bellamy makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half38-58Joey Chammaa makes 29-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half41-58Austin Cross makes 23-foot three point jumper (Cooper Campbell assists)
- 2nd Half43-58Jerrell Bellamy makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half43-60Joey Chammaa makes 9-foot jumper
- 2nd Half43-61Joey Chammaa makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half46-61Austin Cross makes 25-foot three point jumper (Cooper Campbell assists)
- 2nd Half46-64Jaxon Ellingsworth makes 23-foot three point jumper (Christian Harmon assists)
- 2nd Half48-64Thomas Dowd makes layup
- 2nd Half48-65Chandler Jackson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half49-65Victor Valdes makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half49-67Matt Hayman makes layup
- 2nd Half51-67Theo Seng makes driving layup
- 2nd Half51-70Christian Harmon makes 24-foot three point jumper (Matt Hayman assists)
- 2nd Half53-70Thomas Dowd makes 4-foot dunk (Victor Valdes assists)
- 2nd Half55-70Theo Seng makes 4-foot dunk (Victor Valdes assists)
- 2nd Half55-73Jaxon Ellingsworth makes 25-foot three point jumper (Chandler Jackson assists)
- 2nd Half58-73Theo Seng makes 26-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half61-73Thomas Dowd makes 26-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half61-74Matt Hayman makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-74Thomas Dowd makes 12-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half63-77Christian Harmon makes 25-foot three point jumper (Matt Hayman assists)
- 2nd Half65-77Theo Seng makes layup (Cooper Campbell assists)
- 2nd Half65-79Jaxon Ellingsworth makes 14-foot jumper (Matt Hayman assists)
- 2nd Half66-79Cooper Campbell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-79Cooper Campbell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-80Joey Chammaa makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-81Joey Chammaa makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-81Theo Seng makes 25-foot three point jumper (Kerrington Kiel assists)
- 2nd Half70-82Chandler Jackson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-83Chandler Jackson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-83Cooper Campbell makes layup
- 2nd Half72-84Joey Chammaa makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-84Theo Seng makes driving layup
- 2nd Half74-85Joey Chammaa makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-86Joey Chammaa makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Arkansas State Red Wolves, below favours Troy Trojans.
Venue
- First National Bank ArenaJonesboro, AR
- Attendance3782
- OfficialsJose Carrion, Chuck Jones, Erroll Lewis
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