The Eastern Illinois Panthers are gearing up to face off against the Little Rock Trojans in what promises to be an action-packed Ohio Valley matchup. Scheduled to tip-off at 3:00 p.m. ET on Monday at the Robert F. Hyland Arena in Saint Charles, Missouri, this game is not one to miss. The Panthers, currently holding a record of 5-15, are desperate to break their 14-game losing streak on the road that dates back to last season.
In their last game, Eastern Illinois put up a valiant effort but ultimately fell short, losing 64-60 to Southern Indiana. On the other hand, Little Rock has been on a winning streak, triumphing in their last five games, including a dominant 78-46 victory over the Lions on Saturday. The Trojans, with a record of 13-7, have been in top form, winning seven of their last nine games.
The odds may be in favor of Little Rock, but Eastern Illinois is determined to turn the tables and avenge their previous 71-47 loss to the Trojans in February of 2024. The history between these two teams is evenly matched, with both Little Rock and Eastern Illinois securing two wins each in their last four encounters.
The upcoming game promises to be a thrilling showdown between these two competitive teams, each vying for victory. Will Eastern Illinois be able to break their losing streak and emerge victorious, or will Little Rock maintain their winning momentum? Basketball fans will have to stay tuned to find out the outcome of this highly anticipated game.
