Marshall Dominates Western Kentucky in Convincing Win
Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Cam Henderson Center
Marshall Thundering Herd 77, Western Kentucky Hilltoppers 61, 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 Western Kentucky Hilltoppers vs Marshall Thundering Herd?
Marshall Thundering Herd beat Western Kentucky Hilltoppers 77-61 at Cam Henderson Center on December 10, 2025.
Who was favored in Western Kentucky Hilltoppers vs Marshall Thundering Herd?
Marshall Thundering Herd were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -135 (about 57% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Marshall Thundering Herd triumphed over the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers with a final score of 77 to 61. This victory marked a significant turnaround for Marshall, who had been struggling with a three-game losing streak prior to this game. The Thundering Herd improved their record to 7-4, while Western Kentucky fell to 6-4 on the season.
Marshall's recent form had been concerning, as they entered the game with a 5-5 record over their last ten outings, including a streak of three consecutive losses. Their scoring average during this stretch was 79.5 points per game, while they allowed 79.3 points. In their last five games, they managed to score an average of 76.8 points, but their defense had been leaky, allowing 75.6 points. The Thundering Herd's home record now stands at 4-1, showcasing their strength at the Cam Henderson Center.
On the other hand, Western Kentucky had been performing relatively well, boasting a 6-4 record in their last ten games with a two-game winning streak leading into this contest. They averaged 80.7 points per game while allowing 78.1 points during this period. Their last five games saw them scoring an average of 84.2 points, indicating a potent offense, but their defense had also shown vulnerabilities, conceding an average of 79.2 points.
The matchup was particularly interesting as it was a rematch from earlier in the season when Marshall faced Western Kentucky on December 1, 2024, and lost 82-90. This game provided Marshall with an opportunity for redemption, and they seized it effectively.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any significant player absences for either team, allowing both squads to field their best lineups.
The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had Marshall as the slight favorites with a spread of -1.5, and the total for the game set at 159.5. The odds reflected a close contest expected between the two teams, but Marshall's performance exceeded those expectations.
The game conditions were conducive to a high-scoring affair, as both teams had shown offensive capabilities throughout the season. However, Marshall's defense stepped up significantly in this contest, limiting Western Kentucky's scoring opportunities and maintaining control throughout the game.
Fans watching the game witnessed several key moments, including a dunk by Noah Otshudi, which highlighted Marshall's offensive prowess in the second half. The Thundering Herd capitalized on their home-court advantage and executed their game plan effectively, leading to a comfortable victory.
Overall, this game not only showcased Marshall's ability to bounce back from recent struggles but also highlighted the competitive nature of NCAAB, where teams can quickly turn their fortunes around.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | MRSH -1.5 | 159.5 o -110 / u -110 | Western Kentucky Hilltoppers +114 · Marshall Thundering Herd -135 |
Leaders
- PointsJalen Speer24Marshall Thundering Herd
- AssistsNoah Otshudi7Marshall Thundering Herd
- ReboundsMatt Van Komen13Marshall Thundering Herd
- PointsRyan Myers11Western Kentucky Hilltoppers
- AssistsJack Edelen4Western Kentucky Hilltoppers
- ReboundsArmelo Boone6Western Kentucky Hilltoppers
Recent form
Marshall Thundering Herd
Last 10: 5-5Streak L379.5 scored · 79.3 allowed per game3-1 at home
- L81-88at Ohio BobcatsDec 6
- L69-70at UNC Wilmington SeahawksDec 4
- L67-90vs Lipscomb BisonsNov 26
- W69-60vs Mercyhurst LakersNov 24
- W98-70vs Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden LionsNov 20
- L78-104at Virginia CavaliersNov 15
- W96-89vs Elon PhoenixNov 13
- W85-73at Toledo RocketsNov 8
- W78-72at Massachusetts MinutemenNov 4
- L74-77at Arkansas State Red WolvesMar 8
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers
Last 10: 6-4Streak W280.7 scored · 78.1 allowed per game1-0 away
- W80-79vs Evansville Purple AcesDec 6
- W75-70vs Wichita State ShockersNov 29
- L91-97vs South Florida BullsNov 27
- L78-83vs Vanderbilt CommodoresNov 26
- W97-67vs Bethel (TN) WildcatsNov 19
- W95-82vs Tennessee State TigersNov 16
- W87-79at Eastern Kentucky ColonelsNov 11
- W82-70vs Tennessee Tech Golden EaglesNov 4
- L61-64vs Florida International PanthersMar 12
- L61-90vs Liberty FlamesMar 8
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 | Western Kentucky Hilltoppers | Marshall Thundering Herd |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 20-65 | 29-67 |
| Field goal % | 31 | 43 |
| Three-pointers | 6-24 | 9-23 |
| Three-point % | 25 | 39 |
| Free throws | 15-21 | 10-15 |
| Free throw % | 71 | 67 |
| Rebounds | 44 | 47 |
| Offensive rebounds | 17 | 14 |
| Defensive rebounds | 27 | 33 |
| Assists | 8 | 15 |
| Steals | 4 | 5 |
| Blocks | 2 | 9 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 8 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 10 | 11 |
| Fast-break points | 13 | 10 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 30 |
| Fouls | 16 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 6 | 24 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 24 | 71 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half31-39Jalen Speer made Jumper.
- 2nd Half34-39Ryan Myers made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half34-40Erich Harding made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half35-40Teagan Moore made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half36-40Teagan Moore made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half36-42Noah Otshudi made Jumper.
- 2nd Half36-44Matt Van Komen made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half36-45Matt Van Komen made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half38-45Jack Edelen made Layup.
- 2nd Half39-45Jack Edelen made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half39-48Landen Joseph made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Noah Otshudi.
- 2nd Half40-48Blaise Keita made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half40-49Matt Van Komen made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half40-50Wilson Dubinsky made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half40-51Wilson Dubinsky made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half42-51Teagan Moore made Layup.
- 2nd Half42-54Landen Joseph made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Noah Otshudi.
- 2nd Half43-54Teagan Moore made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half43-56Jalen Speer made Jumper.
- 2nd Half43-59Jalen Speer made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half43-61Matt Van Komen made Dunk. Assisted by Landen Joseph.
- 2nd Half43-64Wilson Dubinsky made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Noah Otshudi.
- 2nd Half45-64Armelo Boone made Layup. Assisted by Ryan Myers.
- 2nd Half45-66Matt Van Komen made Dunk. Assisted by Jalen Speer.
- 2nd Half45-68Matt Van Komen made Layup. Assisted by Noah Otshudi.
- 2nd Half47-68Blaise Keita made Jumper.
- 2nd Half47-70Noah Otshudi made Jumper.
- 2nd Half50-70Cam Haffner made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jack Edelen.
- 2nd Half50-73Jalen Speer made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Noah Otshudi.
- 2nd Half51-73Louie Semona made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-73Louie Semona made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-74Wilson Dubinsky made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-76Noah Otshudi made Dunk. Assisted by Jalen Speer.
- 2nd Half53-76Leeroy Odiahi made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-76Leeroy Odiahi made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-76Louie Semona made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-76Louie Semona made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-76Ryan Myers made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by LJ Hackman.
- 2nd Half59-77Erich Harding made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-77Ryan Myers made Layup.
Win probability
Above the line favours Marshall Thundering Herd, below favours Western Kentucky Hilltoppers.
Venue
- Cam Henderson CenterHuntington, WV
- Attendance4420
- OfficialsDoug Shows, Vladimir Voyard-Tadal, Anthony Eades
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