Bethune-Cookman Tops Alabama A&M in Close Contest
Saturday, February 21, 2026, 5:30 PM ET · Moore Gymnasium (FL)
Bethune-Cookman Wildcats 85, Alabama A&M Bulldogs 76, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Alabama A&M Bulldogs vs Bethune-Cookman Wildcats?
Bethune-Cookman Wildcats beat Alabama A&M Bulldogs 85-76 at Moore Gymnasium (FL) on February 21, 2026.
Who was favored in Alabama A&M Bulldogs vs Bethune-Cookman Wildcats?
Bethune-Cookman Wildcats were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -258 (about 72% implied). The favorite won.
In a thrilling matchup, the Bethune-Cookman Wildcats secured a victory against the Alabama A&M Bulldogs with a final score of 85-76 at Moore Gymnasium in Florida. This win continues the Wildcats' strong performance at home, where they have now achieved a record of 5-0 in their last five home games. Bethune-Cookman has been particularly impressive recently, boasting an 8-2 record over their last ten games, averaging 78.7 points scored and allowing 68.3 points per game. Their current winning streak stands at one, following a win against Alabama State Hornets just a day prior to this game.
On the other hand, the Alabama A&M Bulldogs came into this game riding a four-game winning streak, showcasing their resilience with a record of 6-3-1 over their last ten games. They averaged 63.2 points scored while allowing 63.8 points per game during this stretch. Although they have been strong at home with a 3-1 record, their away performance has been more mixed, finishing with a 3-2 record on the road.
The two teams had met earlier in the season on February 3, 2026, where Bethune-Cookman also emerged victorious with a score of 80-62. Historically, the Wildcats have dominated this matchup, winning all three encounters against the Bulldogs in the current season and the previous one.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any players missing from either team, suggesting both squads were at full strength for this important game. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Bethune-Cookman favored by 6.5 points, with a total set at 142.5. The odds indicated a home money line of -258.0 for the Wildcats and +210.0 for the Bulldogs.
The game conditions were favorable for basketball, as it took place indoors at Moore Gymnasium. Fans and analysts alike were keen to observe the Wildcats' offensive strategy, particularly their ability to score efficiently, as they have averaged nearly 79 points at home this season. The Bulldogs, conversely, were expected to rely on their defensive capabilities, having allowed just over 63 points in their recent games.
As the game unfolded, the Wildcats maintained a slight edge, showcasing their offensive prowess. Key scoring plays in the second half included a series of free throws by Koron Davis and Quentin Heady, which helped solidify the Wildcats' lead. The Bulldogs fought hard to close the gap, with James Graham III contributing crucial points, but ultimately fell short.
The final score of 85-76 reflects the competitive nature of this matchup, and it underscores Bethune-Cookman's strong home performance as they look to build on this momentum in the remainder of the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | BCU -6.5 | 142.5 o -115 / u -105 | Alabama A&M Bulldogs +210 · Bethune-Cookman Wildcats -258 |
Leaders
- PointsJakobi Heady19Bethune-Cookman Wildcats
- AssistsJakobi Heady6Bethune-Cookman Wildcats
- ReboundsAriel Bland6Bethune-Cookman Wildcats
- PointsKoron Davis28Alabama A&M Bulldogs
- AssistsSami Pissis5Alabama A&M Bulldogs
- ReboundsPJ Eason8Alabama A&M Bulldogs
Recent form
Bethune-Cookman Wildcats
Last 10: 8-2Streak W178.7 scored · 68.3 allowed per game5-0 at home
- W82-71vs Alabama State HornetsFeb 20
- L86-91at Jackson State TigersFeb 17
- L55-57at Alcorn State BravesFeb 14
- W79-69vs Texas Southern TigersFeb 10
- W82-76vs Prairie View A&M PanthersFeb 7
- W80-62at Alabama A&M BulldogsFeb 3
- W69-54at Alabama State HornetsJan 31
- W82-73vs Alcorn State BravesJan 27
- W85-48vs Jackson State TigersJan 24
- W87-82at Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden LionsJan 19
Alabama A&M Bulldogs
Last 10: 6-3-1Streak W463.2 scored · 63.8 allowed per game3-2 away
- W63-61at Florida A&M RattlersFeb 20
- W82-70vs Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden LionsFeb 17
- W72-65vs Mississippi Valley State Delta DevilsFeb 14
- W66-58at Grambling TigersFeb 10
- L68-81at Southern JaguarsFeb 7
- L62-80vs Bethune-Cookman WildcatsFeb 3
- W72-65vs Florida A&M RattlersJan 31
- D0-0at Prairie View A&M PanthersJan 27
- L74-89at Texas Southern TigersJan 24
- W73-69at Alabama State HornetsJan 19
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bethune-Cookman | 17-15 | - | 14-4 |
| Southern | 17-17 | 3 | 11-7 |
| Florida A&M | 15-16 | 3 | 11-7 |
| Alabama A&M | 18-15 | 4 | 10-8 |
| Arkansas-Pine Bluff | 13-19 | 4 | 10-8 |
| Texas Southern | 12-18 | 4 | 10-8 |
| Jackson State | 12-21 | 4 | 10-8 |
| Prairie View A&M | 19-18 | 5 | 9-9 |
| Grambling | 14-19 | 7 | 7-11 |
| Alabama State | 10-22 | 7 | 7-11 |
| Alcorn State | 9-23 | 7 | 7-11 |
| Mississippi Valley State | 3-30 | 12 | 2-16 |
Box score
| Stat | Alabama A&M Bulldogs | Bethune-Cookman Wildcats |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 27-62 | 32-54 |
| Field goal % | 44 | 59 |
| Three-pointers | 3-15 | 9-18 |
| Three-point % | 20 | 50 |
| Free throws | 19-25 | 12-20 |
| Free throw % | 76 | 60 |
| Rebounds | 32 | 32 |
| Offensive rebounds | 14 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 18 | 23 |
| Assists | 12 | 19 |
| Steals | 6 | 5 |
| Blocks | 1 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 14 | 9 |
| Fast-break points | 14 | 12 |
| Points in the paint | 40 | 38 |
| Fouls | 17 | 18 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 20 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 3 | 93 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half42-57Tyler Andrews makes 24-foot three point jumper (Daniel Rouzan assists)
- 2nd Half44-57Kintavious Dozier makes driving layup
- 2nd Half44-59Arterio Morris makes driving layup
- 2nd Half45-59Kintavious Dozier makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-59Kintavious Dozier makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half46-61Quentin Heady makes driving layup (Arterio Morris assists)
- 2nd Half48-61PJ Eason makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half50-61PJ Eason makes layup (Sami Pissis assists)
- 2nd Half51-61PJ Eason makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half51-63Ariel Bland makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half53-63James Graham III makes 6-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half53-64Jordan Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-65Jordan Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-65Lou Hutchinson makes 20-foot jumper
- 2nd Half57-65Koron Davis makes driving layup
- 2nd Half57-66Jakobi Heady makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-67Jakobi Heady makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-70Seneca Willoughby makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jakobi Heady assists)
- 2nd Half59-70Koron Davis makes driving layup
- 2nd Half60-70Koron Davis makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half62-70Koron Davis makes 18-foot jumper (Kintavious Dozier assists)
- 2nd Half62-72Daniel Rouzan makes 9-foot jumper (Jakobi Heady assists)
- 2nd Half64-72Koron Davis makes driving layup
- 2nd Half64-74Arterio Morris makes driving layup
- 2nd Half64-76Jakobi Heady makes driving layup (Seneca Willoughby assists)
- 2nd Half66-76James Graham III makes layup (Sami Pissis assists)
- 2nd Half68-76Sami Pissis makes 10-foot jumper
- 2nd Half69-76Lou Hutchinson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-76Lou Hutchinson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-76PJ Eason makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-78Arterio Morris makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half71-80Arterio Morris makes 7-foot jumper
- 2nd Half73-80James Graham III makes layup (Koron Davis assists)
- 2nd Half73-81Jakobi Heady makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half73-83Arterio Morris makes driving layup (Jakobi Heady assists)
- 2nd Half74-83Koron Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-83Koron Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-84Quentin Heady makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-85Quentin Heady makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-85James Graham III makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Bethune-Cookman Wildcats, below favours Alabama A&M Bulldogs.
Venue
- Moore Gymnasium (FL)Daytona Beach, FL
- Attendance912
- OfficialsKevin Chambliss, Adam James, Byron Rosier
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