Little Rock Trojans Edge Western Illinois Leathernecks 86-79
Saturday, January 17, 2026, 4:00 PM ET · Jack Stephens Center
Little Rock Trojans 86, Western Illinois Leathernecks 79, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Western Illinois Leathernecks vs Little Rock Trojans?
Little Rock Trojans beat Western Illinois Leathernecks 86-79 at Jack Stephens Center on January 17, 2026.
Who was favored in Western Illinois Leathernecks vs Little Rock Trojans?
Little Rock Trojans were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -575 (about 85% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Little Rock Trojans defeated the Western Illinois Leathernecks 86-79 at the Jack Stephens Center. This victory was significant for the Trojans, who improved their record to 10-10, while the Leathernecks fell to 4-16. The game showcased the Trojans' recent form, having won their last three games and boasting a 6-4 record in their last ten outings. They averaged 76.0 points scored and allowed 75.3 points during this stretch, demonstrating their offensive capabilities.
Conversely, the Leathernecks have struggled significantly, losing their last seven games and holding a record of 2-8 in their last ten. They averaged just 62.8 points scored while allowing 72.5 points in that same period, indicating a clear need for improvement on both ends of the court.
The Trojans' home record now stands at 4-2, while the Leathernecks have struggled on the road with a 1-6 record. In their previous meetings, the Trojans have had the upper hand, winning both encounters last season, including a 75-61 victory at home and a 62-51 win away.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details on player availability, but the performance of both teams will likely be influenced by the health of their respective rosters.
The betting market reflected a strong belief in the Trojans' capabilities, with DraftKings setting the spread at -10.5 in favor of Little Rock. The moneyline odds were -575 for the Trojans and +425 for the Leathernecks, indicating a clear expectation of a home victory. The total was set at 135.5, suggesting a moderately paced game.
Conditions during the game were not detailed, but the atmosphere in the Jack Stephens Center was likely electric, given the stakes for both teams. Fans watched as the Trojans executed their game plan effectively, particularly in the second half, where key plays from Cameron Wallace and Isaiah Griffin helped them maintain their lead.
As the game progressed, the Trojans built a crucial lead that they managed to hold onto, despite a late surge from the Leathernecks. Notable scoring plays included Wallace's layup and Griffin's three-pointer, which kept the Trojans ahead when it mattered most. The final moments saw the Trojans convert free throws to seal their victory.
Overall, this matchup highlighted the contrasting fortunes of the two teams, with the Trojans riding a wave of momentum and the Leathernecks searching for answers as they continue their season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | LR -10.5 | 135.5 o -108 / u -112 | Western Illinois Leathernecks +425 · Little Rock Trojans -575 |
Leaders
- PointsCameron Wallace21Little Rock Trojans
- AssistsBraxton Bayless6Little Rock Trojans
- ReboundsCameron Wallace8Little Rock Trojans
- PointsIsaiah Griffin28Western Illinois Leathernecks
- AssistsMakai Kvamme5Western Illinois Leathernecks
- ReboundsKaryiek Dixon13Western Illinois Leathernecks
Recent form
Little Rock Trojans
Last 10: 6-4Streak W376 scored · 75.3 allowed per game3-2 at home
- W74-63vs Eastern Illinois PanthersJan 16
- W82-74at Lindenwood LionsJan 10
- W73-70at SIU Edwardsville CougarsJan 9
- L79-84vs Tennessee State TigersJan 3
- W77-58vs Tennessee Tech Golden EaglesJan 1
- W98-84vs Williams Baptist EaglesDec 23
- W77-62at Southern Indiana Screaming EaglesDec 19
- L64-78at Morehead State EaglesDec 17
- L58-90at West Virginia MountaineersDec 10
- L78-90vs Arkansas State Red WolvesDec 7
Western Illinois Leathernecks
Last 10: 2-8Streak L762.8 scored · 72.5 allowed per game1-5 away
- L55-57at Eastern Illinois PanthersJan 14
- L54-59vs Tennessee Tech Golden EaglesJan 10
- L68-90vs Tennessee State TigersJan 9
- L50-73at Southeast Missouri State RedhawksJan 3
- L60-67at UT Martin SkyhawksJan 1
- L61-66vs SIU Edwardsville CougarsDec 22
- L76-92at Lindenwood LionsDec 19
- W69-66at North Dakota Fighting HawksDec 13
- W78-47vs Hannibal LaGrange TrojansDec 6
- L57-108at Drake BulldogsDec 3
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 |
| Utah Valley | 25-9 | - | 14-4 |
| California Baptist | 25-9 | 1 | 13-5 |
| Utah Tech | 19-15 | 2 | 11-7 |
| UT Arlington | 18-14 | 5 | 9-9 |
| Southern Utah | 10-22 | 7 | 6-12 |
| Tarleton State | 14-18 | 9 | 5-13 |
| Abilene Christian | 14-19 | 9 | 5-13 |
Box score
| Stat | Western Illinois Leathernecks | Little Rock Trojans |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 29-66 | 30-63 |
| Field goal % | 44 | 48 |
| Three-pointers | 6-22 | 11-24 |
| Three-point % | 27 | 46 |
| Free throws | 15-23 | 15-15 |
| Free throw % | 65 | 100 |
| Rebounds | 42 | 32 |
| Offensive rebounds | 18 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 24 | 23 |
| Assists | 8 | 21 |
| Steals | 6 | 5 |
| Blocks | 1 | 7 |
| Turnovers | 8 | 7 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 11 | 19 |
| Fast-break points | 5 | 25 |
| Points in the paint | 40 | 38 |
| Fouls | 16 | 18 |
| Largest lead | 4 | 14 |
| Lead changes | 3 | 3 |
| Time in front | 13 | 87 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half43-52Makai Kvamme makes 9-foot jumper
- 2nd Half43-54Kachi Nzeh makes 4-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half43-57Kachi Nzeh makes 23-foot three point jumper (Tuongthach Gatkek assists)
- 2nd Half45-57Isaiah Griffin makes driving layup
- 2nd Half45-59Kachi Nzeh makes 0-foot dunk (Braxton Bayless assists)
- 2nd Half47-59Ifiok Peter makes 2-foot dunk (Makai Kvamme assists)
- 2nd Half48-59Ifiok Peter makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-59Ifiok Peter makes 2-foot dunk
- 2nd Half51-59Lucas Lorenzen makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-59Isaiah Griffin makes 15-foot pullup jump shot (Makai Kvamme assists)
- 2nd Half53-61Cameron Wallace makes driving layup
- 2nd Half53-63Tuongthach Gatkek makes 2-foot dunk (Cameron Wallace assists)
- 2nd Half54-63Isaiah Griffin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-63Isaiah Griffin makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-63Karyiek Dixon makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-64Cameron Wallace makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-65Cameron Wallace makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-65Lucas Lorenzen makes 27-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half61-65Ifiok Peter makes 3-foot dunk (Lucas Lorenzen assists)
- 2nd Half61-67Truman Claytor IV makes 15-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half63-67Ifiok Peter makes driving layup
- 2nd Half64-67Isaiah Griffin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-67Karyiek Dixon makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-67Karyiek Dixon makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-70Johnathan Lawson makes 24-foot three point jumper (Braxton Bayless assists)
- 2nd Half68-70Lucas Lorenzen makes driving layup
- 2nd Half68-72Braxton Bayless makes driving layup
- 2nd Half70-72Isaiah Griffin makes driving layup
- 2nd Half70-75Johnathan Lawson makes 25-foot three point jumper (Kachi Nzeh assists)
- 2nd Half70-78Kachi Nzeh makes 24-foot three point jumper (Braxton Bayless assists)
- 2nd Half72-78Karyiek Dixon makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half73-78Isaiah Griffin makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-80Cameron Wallace makes layup (Johnathan Lawson assists)
- 2nd Half76-80Isaiah Griffin makes 27-foot three point jumper (Makai Kvamme assists)
- 2nd Half76-82Braxton Bayless makes 8-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half78-82Isaiah Griffin makes driving layup
- 2nd Half79-82Isaiah Griffin makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half79-84Cameron Wallace makes 1-foot dunk (Tuongthach Gatkek assists)
- 2nd Half79-85Braxton Bayless makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half79-86Braxton Bayless makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Little Rock Trojans, below favours Western Illinois Leathernecks.
Venue
- Jack Stephens CenterLittle Rock, AR
- Attendance21454
- OfficialsMichael Smith, Blake Thomas, Cedric Coleman
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