- Matchup: Oral Roberts Golden Eagles vs Missouri State Bears
- Date: Tuesday, December 16, 2025
- Venue: Great Southern Bank Arena, Springfield, MO
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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The Missouri State Bears (4-5) are set to host the Oral Roberts Golden Eagles (5-7) at the Great Southern Bank Arena this Tuesday.
In their previous encounter, the Oral Roberts Golden Eagles secured a dominant victory over Ecclesia College, winning 97-52. Oral Roberts demonstrated exceptional shooting efficiency, finishing with a 55.8% field goal percentage (29 of 52) and hitting 10 out of 29 from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, the Golden Eagles converted 29 of their 40 attempts, yielding a 72.5% success rate. On the boards, they amassed a total of 43 rebounds, including 12 offensive boards, and recorded 18 assists while forcing 14 turnovers and securing 5 steals. Defensively, they limited Ecclesia College to just 27.1% shooting (13 of 48). Ecclesia, despite their loss, produced 5 assists and 11 steals while collecting 20 rebounds (4 offensive, 16 defensive) without any blocks. They finished 69.4% from the foul line, converting 25 of 36 attempts, but struggled from three-point range, making only 1 of 18 attempts. Fouls were a factor, with Oral Roberts committing 26 and Ecclesia 28.
Key player Connor Dow made an impact, scoring 17 points on 6 of 12 shooting, contributing with 1 rebound and 3 assists over 27 minutes on the court.
The Golden Eagles stand at 5-7 for the season, averaging 77.8 points per game (180th nationwide) with a shooting percentage of 43.4%. They hold a three-point shooting rate of 34.1%, converting 115 of 337 attempts, and are hitting 76.5% at the free-throw line. As a unit, they average 34.9 rebounds per game and have recorded 143 assists so far this season, ranking 245th in college basketball. Offensively, they turn the ball over 15.5 times per game and commit 19.6 personal fouls.
On the defensive end, the Golden Eagles force 13.5 turnovers per game and average 20.0 personal fouls. They rank 230th in the nation for allowed assists, surrendering 150 total this season. Opponents are shooting 45.2% against them (327 of 724), while they allow 35.8 rebounds per game. From beyond the arc, they concede 32.8% shooting and rank 295th in points per game allowed (78.7).
In their last game, the Missouri State Bears faced a tough loss against Xavier, ending the match 75-57. The Bears recorded 24 defensive rebounds and 8 offensive boards for a total of 32 rebounds. They committed 13 turnovers but managed to secure 4 steals during the game. With 15 fouls by Xavier, the Bears were awarded 15 free throw attempts, converting 12 at an 80.0% rate. From three-point range, Missouri State hit 3 out of 14 attempts (21.4%). The Bears shot 21 of 53 from the field, achieving a 39.6% shooting percentage. Meanwhile, Xavier shot 28 of 65 for a 43.1% success rate. The Bears struggled to control the boards, allowing Xavier 36 rebounds, including 12 offensive.
Keith Palek III was pivotal for the Bears, scoring 23 points in 35 minutes and contributing 5 assists. He tallied 9 of 22 from the field for a shooting rate of 40.9%, along with 11 rebounds.
Currently, Missouri State holds a 4-5 record this season. They commit 16.1 personal fouls per game and shoot 68.4% from the free-throw line. Their assists per game stand at 14.9 (164th in D-1), while averaging 11.3 turnovers. The Bears have amassed 686 points this season (76.2 per game) and collect 36.3 rebounds on average. Offensively, they are shooting 45.3% from the field, ranked 188th in D-1.
Defensively, Missouri State ranks 204th in points per game allowed, with an average of 74.0. They force 11.8 turnovers and allow opponents to shoot 44.7% from the field (247th in Division 1). The Bears have let opponents hit 33.7% from three-point range (65 of 193) and concede 66.1% at the foul line. Each game, they give up around 14.9 assists and 35.9 rebounds, ranking 274th and 247th respectively in college basketball.
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s NCAA matchup against the spread?
Prediction: Bet on Missouri State
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