Little Rock defeats So Indiana 62-77

Little Rock Erases 2-Point Halftime Deficit, Beats So Indiana 77-62 in Conference Showdown

December 19, 2025 - Screaming Eagles Arena

In a thrilling conference matchup, visiting Little Rock outlasted host So Indiana, coming from behind to secure a 15-point victory, 77-62. The comeback capped an impressive performance by the away team, who shot 51.0% from the field and made significant strides on the glass.

The game's tone was set at halftime, as So Indiana led 36-34. However, Little Rock regained control in the second half, building a lead that would ultimately prove insurmountable for the home team.

So Indiana's Ismail Habib (21 points, 3-8 3PT) and Tolu Samuels (6 rebounds, 6 points) paced the hosts on offense and defense. The home team relied heavily on their 2-point game, going 12/29 from beyond the arc for just 41.4% shooting.

In contrast, Little Rock's Kachi Nzeh (21 points, 3-4 3PT) was a one-man show in the second half, scoring 13 of his points to help the away team regain the lead. Cameron Wallace (19 points, 13 rebounds) and Tuongthach Gatkek (9 rebounds) were key contributors on the glass for Little Rock.

The visitors' balanced attack allowed them to maintain their composure under pressure, ultimately paying off as they outscored So Indiana in both halves. Little Rock's improved performance on the glass also played a significant role in their victory, with 43 rebounds compared to 28 for the hosts.

Despite the final margin, this conference matchup showcased an exciting contest that saw both teams struggle to find consistency from beyond the arc and at the free throw line. So Indiana shot just 44.0% from the charity stripe, while Little Rock made 63.0% of their attempts.

The win moves Little Rock forward in its pursuit of a successful season, while So Indiana looks to bounce back against an upcoming tough stretch on the road.