This is a key game in the Sun Belt standings. Four teams went 13-5 in Sun Belt play last season, and two of them meet here. Troy has won five in a row, playing four of those at home. The lone road game was an 86-85 win at UAB. They also lost at Toledo (75-68) and at Cal State-Northridge as favorites, and won at St. Francis-Pennsylvania (74-64) as 20-point chalk. Troy is 18-18 straight-up over its last 36 road contests. Arkansas State averages 83.1 points and is 5-1 at home. The Red Wolves average 36.5 points off the bench, ranking 16th nationally. Arkansas State is on a 29-6 straight-up run at home, with the wagering value on the home team to win the game. Play Arkansas State on the moneyline.
This Pro Pick was released to clients on January 07, 2026 at 11:22AM ET.
Troy at Arkansas State
January 7, 2026
1.5 units on Arkansas State -155 (moneyline) (risk 1.5 to return 2.47)
Result:
WIN
WIN
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