NCAAB · Final

Bulldogs Edge Rattlers in Close Contest

Thursday, February 19, 2026, 9:15 PM ET · Al Lawson Center

Alabama A&M Bulldogs 63, Florida A&M Rattlers 61, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won Alabama A&M Bulldogs vs Florida A&M Rattlers?

Alabama A&M Bulldogs beat Florida A&M Rattlers 63-61 at Al Lawson Center on February 19, 2026.

Who was favored in Alabama A&M Bulldogs vs Florida A&M Rattlers?

Florida A&M Rattlers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -135 (about 57% implied). The underdog won.

In a tightly contested matchup, the Alabama A&M Bulldogs narrowly defeated the Florida A&M Rattlers with a final score of 63-61. This game was held at the Al Lawson Center and showcased the competitive nature of both teams as they battled for crucial conference standings. The Bulldogs improved their record to 17-11, while the Rattlers fell to 10-16.

The Bulldogs entered the game with a record of 16-11 and had been performing well recently, boasting a record of 6-3-1 over their last ten games, with a current winning streak of three games. They averaged 66.9 points scored and allowed 66.8 points during this stretch. In contrast, the Rattlers had a record of 10-15, with a more mixed form of 5-5 in their last ten games. They had just come off a win against Alcorn State Braves, scoring 86 points, but had struggled with consistency, averaging 69.8 points scored and 70.6 points allowed in their last ten games.

Home and away performance also played a significant role in this matchup. Florida A&M had a home record of 2-2 in their last four games, while Alabama A&M had a stronger away record of 2-2 in their last four away games. The Bulldogs had previously defeated the Rattlers earlier in the season on January 31, winning 72-65 in a game that showcased their ability to capitalize on opportunities.

In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any significant player absences for either team, indicating that both squads were likely at full strength for this crucial game.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Rattlers as slight favorites with a spread of -1.5, while the total points line was set at 139.5. The odds reflected the competitive nature of the game, with the home money line at -135.0 and the away money line at 114.0.

The game was played under typical conditions for this time of year, with no specific weather or venue issues reported that could have impacted play. Fans and viewers were treated to a thrilling contest, with key moments including Tyler Shirley's clutch three-pointer that put the Bulldogs ahead late in the second half, and Koron Davis's free throws that extended their lead to 62-59.

As the game progressed, Florida A&M fought hard to stay in contention, with Antonio Baker Jr. making a layup to bring the score to 62-61. However, the Bulldogs managed to hold on for the victory, demonstrating resilience and effective late-game execution.

Overall, this matchup highlighted the competitive spirit of both teams, with Alabama A&M securing a vital win that could impact their postseason aspirations.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	FAMU -1.5	139.5 o -112 / u -108	Alabama A&M Bulldogs +114 · Florida A&M Rattlers -135

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Leaders

PointsTyler Shirley23Florida A&M Rattlers
AssistsJaquan Sanders7Florida A&M Rattlers
ReboundsMicah Octave10Florida A&M Rattlers
PointsJames Graham III27Alabama A&M Bulldogs
AssistsSami Pissis3Alabama A&M Bulldogs
ReboundsJames Graham III6Alabama A&M Bulldogs

Recent form

Florida A&M Rattlers

Last 10: 5-5Streak W169.8 scored · 70.6 allowed per game2-2 at home

W86-78at Alcorn State BravesFeb 17
L60-80at Jackson State TigersFeb 14
W100-96vs Prairie View A&M PanthersFeb 10
L57-62vs Texas Southern TigersFeb 7
L66-79at Alabama State HornetsFeb 3
L65-72at Alabama A&M BulldogsJan 31
L65-66vs Jackson State TigersJan 27
W66-58vs Alcorn State BravesJan 24
W62-48at Mississippi Valley State Delta DevilsJan 20
W71-67at Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden LionsJan 17

Alabama A&M Bulldogs

Last 10: 6-3-1Streak W366.9 scored · 66.8 allowed per game2-2 away

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
W100-91vs Jackson State TigersJan 13

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	Florida A&M Rattlers
Field goals	23-46	23-58
Field goal %	50	40
Three-pointers	5-12	10-30
Three-point %	42	33
Free throws	12-14	5-7
Free throw %	86	71
Rebounds	29	31
Offensive rebounds	3	10
Defensive rebounds	26	21
Assists	7	9
Steals	6	6
Blocks	0	1
Turnovers	13	12
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	14	11
Fast-break points	10	9
Points in the paint	34	24
Fouls	10	16
Largest lead	9	4
Lead changes	11	11
Time in front	59	17

How the scoring went

1st Half24-25Jaquan Sanders makes 26-foot three point jumper
1st Half26-25James Graham III makes layup
1st Half27-25James Graham III makes free throw 1 of 1
1st Half27-27Jaquan Sanders makes layup
1st Half29-27Tajden Davis makes layup
1st Half30-27Sami Pissis makes free throw 1 of 2
1st Half31-27Sami Pissis makes free throw 2 of 2
1st Half31-29Jordan Chatman makes 18-foot jumper
1st Half31-31Antonio Baker Jr. makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half31-33Tyler Shirley makes layup
2nd Half33-33PJ Eason makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half33-36Tyler Shirley makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jaquan Sanders assists)
2nd Half36-36James Graham III makes 23-foot three point jumper (Kintavious Dozier assists)
2nd Half36-39Jaquan Sanders makes 29-foot three point jumper
2nd Half38-39James Graham III makes layup
2nd Half38-42Micah Octave makes 25-foot three point jumper
2nd Half40-42Sami Pissis makes layup
2nd Half42-42Kintavious Dozier makes layup
2nd Half42-43Micah Octave makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half42-44Micah Octave makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half44-44Lou Hutchinson makes 5-foot dunk
2nd Half47-44Sami Pissis makes 25-foot three point jumper (Lou Hutchinson assists)
2nd Half47-46Antonio Baker Jr. makes layup
2nd Half47-48Micah Octave makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half49-48Sami Pissis makes layup
2nd Half49-50Anquan Boldin Jr makes layup (Jaquan Sanders assists)
2nd Half51-50James Graham III makes 4-foot dunk
2nd Half53-50James Graham III makes 6-foot jumper
2nd Half53-53Jordan Chatman makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jaquan Sanders assists)
2nd Half56-53James Graham III makes 28-foot three point jumper (Sami Pissis assists)
2nd Half56-54Micah Octave makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half58-54James Graham III makes 20-foot jumper
2nd Half58-57Tyler Shirley makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jaquan Sanders assists)
2nd Half59-57Koron Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half60-57Koron Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half60-59Tyler Shirley makes layup
2nd Half61-59Koron Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half62-59Koron Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half62-61Antonio Baker Jr. makes layup
2nd Half63-61Kintavious Dozier makes free throw 1 of 2

Win probability

Above the line favours Florida A&M Rattlers, below favours Alabama A&M Bulldogs.