Arkansas Edges Winthrop in Thrilling 84-83 Finish
Tuesday, November 18, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · Bud Walton Arena
Arkansas Razorbacks 84, Winthrop Eagles 83, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Winthrop Eagles vs Arkansas Razorbacks?
Arkansas Razorbacks beat Winthrop Eagles 84-83 at Bud Walton Arena on November 18, 2025.
In a nail-biting finish at Bud Walton Arena, the Arkansas Razorbacks narrowly defeated the Winthrop Eagles 84-83, marking their fifth consecutive win. This matchup showcased the Razorbacks' strong home performance, as they improved their record to 5-0 at home this season and extended their overall home record to 8-2 in their last ten games. The Eagles, on the other hand, fell to 2-3 in away games, reflecting their struggles outside of their home arena.
The Razorbacks entered the game with an impressive recent form, winning their last five games and averaging 90.8 points scored while allowing 82.6 points during this stretch. Their last ten games show a solid record of 8-2, with a particularly high scoring average of 92.7 points per game. In contrast, the Winthrop Eagles, despite a respectable 7-3 record in their last ten games, are on a one-game losing streak and have averaged 81.0 points scored and 78.9 points allowed during the same period.
Historically, this matchup has favored the Razorbacks, who now lead the all-time series against the Eagles 1-0, with their previous meeting resulting in a close 84-83 victory for Arkansas earlier in the season. This familiarity likely added an extra layer of intensity to the contest.
In terms of player performance, the game was marked by several key scoring plays in the second half, including a layup by Karter Knox that tied the game at 76-76, and a three-point jumper by Kareem Rozier that pushed Winthrop ahead 79-76. The back-and-forth nature of the scoring kept fans on the edge of their seats, with the lead changing hands multiple times in the final moments.
Injury reports indicated that both teams were relatively healthy, which allowed them to field their best lineups. This factor contributed to the high level of play observed throughout the game. The Razorbacks were particularly effective at home, where they have not lost this season, while the Eagles struggled to find their rhythm away from home.
The market had priced Arkansas as the clear favorite, reflecting their strong home advantage and recent form. The Razorbacks had a home win probability of 1.0, indicating a strong belief in their ability to secure the victory.
As the game unfolded, viewers were treated to a showcase of offensive talent and strategic play, with Arkansas ultimately managing to hold off a late surge from Winthrop. The final moments were particularly tense, culminating in a layup by Nick Pringle that secured the victory for the Razorbacks.
Overall, this matchup not only highlighted the Razorbacks' dominance at home but also underscored the competitive spirit of both teams, making for an exciting game that will be remembered by fans.
Leaders
- PointsMeleek Thomas26Arkansas Razorbacks
- AssistsDarius Acuff Jr.5Arkansas Razorbacks
- ReboundsTrevon Brazile8Arkansas Razorbacks
- PointsKareem Rozier23Winthrop Eagles
- AssistsKareem Rozier5Winthrop Eagles
- ReboundsEd Nnamoko5Winthrop Eagles
Recent form
Arkansas Razorbacks
Last 10: 8-2Streak W592.7 scored · 88.6 allowed per game7-0 at home
- W86-75vs Vanderbilt CommodoresMar 15
- W93-90vs Ole Miss RebelsMar 14
- W82-79vs Oklahoma SoonersMar 14
- W88-84at Missouri TigersMar 7
- W105-85vs Texas LonghornsMar 5
- L77-111at Florida GatorsMar 1
- W99-84vs Texas A&M AggiesFeb 26
- W94-86vs Missouri TigersFeb 21
- L115-117at Alabama Crimson TideFeb 19
- W88-75vs Auburn TigersFeb 15
Winthrop Eagles
Last 10: 7-3Streak L181 scored · 78.9 allowed per game2-3 away
- L76-91at High Point PanthersMar 8
- W73-71vs Presbyterian Blue HoseMar 7
- W86-81vs Charleston Southern BuccaneersMar 6
- W74-70vs Presbyterian Blue HoseFeb 28
- L84-86at Charleston Southern BuccaneersFeb 27
- L87-89at High Point PanthersFeb 21
- W68-64vs South Carolina Upstate SpartansFeb 19
- W103-85at Gardner-Webb Runnin' BulldogsFeb 13
- W79-74vs Longwood LancersFeb 7
- W80-78at Radford HighlandersFeb 5
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| High Point | 31-5 | - | 15-1 |
| Winthrop | 23-11 | 2 | 13-3 |
| Radford | 16-16 | 6 | 9-7 |
| Longwood | 16-16 | 7 | 8-8 |
| UNC Asheville | 15-17 | 7 | 8-8 |
| Presbyterian | 15-18 | 8 | 7-9 |
| Charleston Southern | 15-17 | 9 | 6-10 |
| South Carolina Upstate | 13-19 | 10 | 5-11 |
| Gardner-Webb | 4-29 | 14 | 1-15 |
| Florida | 27-8 | - | 16-2 |
| Arkansas | 28-9 | 3 | 13-5 |
| Alabama | 25-10 | 3 | 13-5 |
| Vanderbilt | 27-9 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Tennessee | 25-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Texas A&M | 22-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Georgia | 22-11 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Kentucky | 22-14 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Missouri | 20-13 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Texas | 21-15 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Auburn | 22-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Oklahoma | 21-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Mississippi State | 13-19 | 11 | 5-13 |
| Ole Miss | 15-20 | 12 | 4-14 |
| South Carolina | 13-19 | 12 | 4-14 |
| LSU | 15-17 | 13 | 3-15 |
Box score
| Stat | Winthrop Eagles | Arkansas Razorbacks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 32-67 | 29-58 |
| Field goal % | 48 | 50 |
| Three-pointers | 15-32 | 6-17 |
| Three-point % | 47 | 35 |
| Free throws | 4-6 | 20-22 |
| Free throw % | 67 | 91 |
| Rebounds | 30 | 33 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 22 | 26 |
| Assists | 18 | 13 |
| Steals | 3 | 5 |
| Blocks | 2 | 8 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 9 | 10 |
| Fast-break points | 9 | 16 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 40 |
| Fouls | 20 | 13 |
| Largest lead | 5 | 8 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half42-46Logan Duncomb made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half42-48Nick Pringle made Dunk. Assisted by Karter Knox.
- 2nd Half44-48Kareem Rozier made Layup.
- 2nd Half47-48Daylen Berry made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tommy Kamarad.
- 2nd Half47-50Trevon Brazile made Layup.
- 2nd Half47-52Trevon Brazile made Dunk. Assisted by Darius Acuff Jr..
- 2nd Half50-52Kareem Rozier made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Pharrell Boyogueno.
- 2nd Half50-55Darius Acuff Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Billy Richmond III.
- 2nd Half50-57Malique Ewin made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half52-57Seifeldin Hendawy made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half54-57Logan Duncomb made Layup. Assisted by Kody Clouet.
- 2nd Half57-57Kareem Rozier made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Seifeldin Hendawy.
- 2nd Half57-59Meleek Thomas made Jumper.
- 2nd Half60-59Kareem Rozier made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Daylen Berry.
- 2nd Half60-60Meleek Thomas made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-60Daylen Berry made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-61D.J. Wagner made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-62D.J. Wagner made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-65Meleek Thomas made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half64-65Kareem Rozier made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half64-67Meleek Thomas made Layup.
- 2nd Half66-67Logan Duncomb made Layup. Assisted by Kareem Rozier.
- 2nd Half66-69Meleek Thomas made Jumper.
- 2nd Half66-70Nick Pringle made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-70Daylen Berry made Layup.
- 2nd Half71-70Kody Clouet made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ed Nnamoko.
- 2nd Half71-71Darius Acuff Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-72Darius Acuff Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-73Billy Richmond III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-74Billy Richmond III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-74Daylen Berry made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Logan Duncomb.
- 2nd Half76-74Seifeldin Hendawy made Dunk.
- 2nd Half76-76Karter Knox made Layup. Assisted by Darius Acuff Jr..
- 2nd Half79-76Kareem Rozier made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half81-76Logan Duncomb made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half81-78Billy Richmond III made Layup. Assisted by Darius Acuff Jr..
- 2nd Half83-78Logan Duncomb made Layup.
- 2nd Half83-80Nick Pringle made Layup. Assisted by Billy Richmond III.
- 2nd Half83-82Darius Acuff Jr. made Layup.
- 2nd Half83-84Nick Pringle made Layup. Assisted by Meleek Thomas.
Win probability
Above the line favours Arkansas Razorbacks, below favours Winthrop Eagles.
Venue
- Bud Walton ArenaFayetteville, AR
- Attendance19200
- OfficialsWil Howard, Courtney Green, Hunter Allen
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