Little Rock Hosts Morehead State in Key OVC Basketball Clash

The Little Rock Trojans (8-6, 2-1 OVC) will host the Morehead State Eagles (8-7, 3-1 OVC) in a pivotal Ohio Valley Conference matchup on Thursday, January 9, 2025, at the Jack Stephens Center. Tip-off is scheduled for 2:00 PM ET, with the Trojans favored by 5.5 points and an over/under set at 136.

Little Rock enters the game fresh off a high-scoring 95-86 loss to Tennessee State on Saturday, despite dominating the offensive glass with 16 rebounds. The Trojans, who average 68.6 points per game, will look to bounce back at home, where they have been stronger, averaging 72.3 points compared to 65.8 on the road.

Morehead State, meanwhile, saw its five-game winning streak snapped with a 74-55 defeat to Tennessee Tech. The Eagles, led by Kenny White Jr. (14.4 points, 6.2 rebounds per game), have struggled offensively, ranking 286th in the nation with 70.5 points per game. However, they hold a slight edge in rebounding, averaging 35.2 boards per contest.

In their last meeting in March 2024, Morehead State defeated Little Rock 69-55. The Trojans will aim to reverse that outcome, relying on standout players like Johnathan Lawson, who leads the team with 15.3 points and 3.9 assists per game, and Mwani Wilkinson, who averages 6.6 rebounds and 14.7 points.

According to SportsLine‘s advanced computer model, Little Rock is projected to secure a win, with a predicted score of 74-65. The game will be broadcast on ESPN+.