- Matchup: Lindenwood Lions vs. Morehead State Eagles
- Date: Saturday, January 31, 2026
- Venue: Ellis T. Johnson Arena, Morehead, KY
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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The Morehead State Eagles (11-10) host the Lindenwood Lions (12-9) at Ellis T. Johnson Arena this Saturday.
In their previous encounter, the Lindenwood Lions faced off against Tennessee State, concluding the game with a disappointing loss, 96-86. The Lions achieved a field goal percentage of 50.0%, hitting 29 of 58 shots and netting 8 of 19 attempts from downtown. At the free-throw line, they excelled by converting 20 of 22 attempts, good for 90.9%. On the boards, they secured a total of 24 rebounds, 6 of which were offensive. They also recorded 19 assists and forced 14 turnovers, gaining 11 steals in the process. Defensively, however, the Lions struggled, allowing Tennessee State to shoot 60.3% (41 of 68). Tennessee State tallied 14 assists and 11 steals while collecting 25 rebounds (6 offensive, 19 defensive) and shooting 70.0% at the charity stripe (7 of 10). The Lions committed 13 fouls, while Tennessee State accrued 17 fouls.
A standout player for Lindenwood was Anias Futrell, who shot 42.9% from the floor, racking up 25 points on 9 of 21 shooting, contributing 3 assists and 4 rebounds over 40 minutes of play.
This season, Lindenwood holds a record of 12-9 and averages 80.7 points per game, ranking 91st nationally. They boast a shooting percentage of 47.1% and are converting 30.3% of three-point attempts (125 of 413), alongside a free-throw percentage of 68.4%. The Lions average 39.6 rebounds, with 333 assists this season, placing them 85th in Division I for team assists. They commit 13.8 turnovers and average 16.8 personal fouls per game.
Defensively, the Lions force 14.8 turnovers per matchup and draw 18.0 fouls. They are currently positioned 141st in college basketball for assists allowed, with a total of 269 handed over this season. The opposing teams shoot 42.4% against them, and the Lions average 36.5 rebounds per game while allowing 72.9 points, ranking them 157th in Division I.
In their previous outing, the Morehead State Eagles secured a 73-68 victory over Eastern Illinois. The Eagles collected 28 rebounds (17 defensive, 11 offensive) but had 17 turnovers while earning 4 steals. Eastern Illinois committed 22 fouls, granting the Eagles 24 free-throw attempts, and they successfully converted 21 for an impressive 87.5%. Morehead State excelled beyond the arc as well, achieving 50.0% (4 of 8). Their overall shooting performance consisted of 24 made baskets out of 46 attempts, resulting in a 52.2% clip. Defensively, the Eagles held Eastern Illinois to 21 of 58 shooting (36.2%) and allowed them to make 6 of 14 three-pointers (42.9%). Morehead State also restricted Eastern Illinois to 26 rebounds overall (15 offensive).
Key player Chase Dawson contributed significantly, shooting 6 of 9 (66.7%) to score 18 points in 28 minutes, while also dishing out 3 assists.
This season, Morehead State’s record stands at 11-10. Offensively, the Eagles connect on 46.3% of their field goals, placing them 129th nationally, and have amassed 1,614 points this season, averaging 76.9 points per game. They secure 37.0 rebounds per game and achieve 14.6 assists (154th in college basketball) while averaging 12.5 turnovers. Their average of 17.6 personal fouls per game results in a free-throw shooting percentage of 71.8%.
Defensively, the Eagles allow opponents to shoot 35.3% from three-point range (177 of 501), with free-throw shooting against them sitting at 69.3%. They average 15.8 assists and allow 34.0 rebounds per game, ranking them 322nd and 153rd, respectively. In points allowed, the Eagles rank 274th, permitting 77.0 points per game. Additionally, they force 11.5 turnovers per game and rank 237th in opponent field goal percentage at 44.8%.
Who will cover the spread in tonight’s NCAA matchup?
Prediction: Bet on Morehead State
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