Alabama A&M Bulldogs Defeat Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils
Monday, January 5, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · R.W. Harrison HPER Complex
Alabama A&M Bulldogs 71, Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils 51, 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 Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils?
Alabama A&M Bulldogs beat Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils 71-51 at R.W. Harrison HPER Complex on January 5, 2026.
Who was favored in Alabama A&M Bulldogs vs Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils?
Alabama A&M Bulldogs were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -625 (about 86% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Alabama A&M Bulldogs triumphed over the Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils with a final score of 71-51 at the R.W. Harrison HPER Complex. This victory adds to Alabama A&M's record, bringing them to 9-7 for the season, while Mississippi Valley State falls to 1-16.
The Bulldogs entered the game with a mixed recent form, having won 4 of their last 10 games, but were coming off a loss against the Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions. Their scoring average over the last 10 games was 69.4 points, while they allowed an average of 72.9 points per game. In contrast, Mississippi Valley State was struggling significantly, having lost all of their last 10 games, with an average of just 63.0 points scored and a staggering 91.2 points allowed per game.
At home, the Delta Devils had a record of 1-7, while the Bulldogs had a better away record of 4-5. The Bulldogs had previously faced the Delta Devils twice in the 2025 season, winning both encounters, which included a 79-67 victory in the earlier meeting. This history likely provided Alabama A&M with additional confidence heading into the game.
In terms of injuries, there were no specific mentions in the block, suggesting both teams may have had their full rosters available for this contest. The betting market, as listed by DraftKings, favored Alabama A&M with a spread of -10.5, reflecting expectations of their superiority in this matchup. The total points line was set at 135.5, indicating a belief in a moderately high-scoring game.
The conditions for the game were standard for a basketball matchup, with no adverse weather factors impacting play, as it took place indoors. As the game unfolded, viewers saw key moments, including a series of scoring plays in the second half that highlighted Alabama A&M's offensive capabilities. Notable plays included Lamont Sams making a layup assisted by Delkedric Holmes, and PJ Eason executing an 8-foot dunk assisted by Kintavious Dozier.
Ultimately, the Bulldogs' ability to maintain a solid defensive performance while capitalizing on their scoring opportunities led them to a comfortable victory, further emphasizing the struggles of the Delta Devils this season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | AAMU -10.5 | 135.5 o -108 / u -112 | Alabama A&M Bulldogs -625 · Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils +455 |
Leaders
- PointsMichael James22Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils
- AssistsMichael James4Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils
- ReboundsLamont Sams8Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils
- PointsKintavious Dozier14Alabama A&M Bulldogs
- AssistsBilal Abdur-Rahman4Alabama A&M Bulldogs
- ReboundsPJ Eason8Alabama A&M Bulldogs
Recent form
Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils
Last 10: 0-10Streak L1063 scored · 91.2 allowed per game0-2 at home
- L69-89vs Alabama State HornetsJan 3
- L69-93at Oklahoma SoonersDec 30
- L51-86at West Virginia MountaineersDec 23
- L49-96at Florida State SeminolesDec 20
- L64-88vs Tarleton State TexansDec 17
- L49-108at Kansas State WildcatsDec 9
- L52-66at UL Monroe WarhawksDec 4
- L84-120at Texas A&M AggiesNov 26
- L70-86at Cal State Bakersfield RoadrunnersNov 22
- L73-80at Manhattan JaspersNov 16
Alabama A&M Bulldogs
Last 10: 4-6Streak L169.4 scored · 72.9 allowed per game0-5 away
- L83-95at Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden LionsJan 3
- W90-58vs Fisk BulldogsDec 30
- L66-73vs Chattanooga MocsDec 21
- L66-80at Ole Miss RebelsDec 18
- W68-60vs North Alabama LionsDec 16
- W67-59vs Arkansas Baptist BuffaloesDec 13
- L58-92at Lipscomb BisonsDec 7
- W80-53vs Tennessee State TigersDec 4
- L60-67at Coastal Carolina ChanticleersNov 30
- L56-92at Clemson TigersNov 29
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 | Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 20-50 | 17-51 |
| Field goal % | 40 | 33 |
| Three-pointers | 6-19 | 5-19 |
| Three-point % | 32 | 26 |
| Free throws | 25-30 | 12-18 |
| Free throw % | 83 | 67 |
| Rebounds | 41 | 26 |
| Offensive rebounds | 11 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 30 | 19 |
| Assists | 13 | 14 |
| Steals | 11 | 8 |
| Blocks | 2 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 17 | 18 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 29 | 7 |
| Fast-break points | 20 | 2 |
| Points in the paint | 24 | 12 |
| Fouls | 19 | 20 |
| Largest lead | 20 | 3 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 80 | 11 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half37-20Daniel Mayfield makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half39-20Kintavious Dozier makes driving layup (Jalen Carruth assists)
- 2nd Half39-23Lamont Sams makes 24-foot three point jumper (Delkedric Holmes assists)
- 2nd Half41-23Bilal Abdur-Rahman makes driving layup
- 2nd Half41-25Daniel Mayfield makes 19-foot jumper (Delkedric Holmes assists)
- 2nd Half44-25Jalen Carruth makes 28-foot three point jumper (Kintavious Dozier assists)
- 2nd Half44-28Michael James makes 26-foot three point jumper (X'Zaevion Barnett assists)
- 2nd Half44-30Michael James makes 15-foot jumper (Daniel Mayfield assists)
- 2nd Half45-30Kintavious Dozier makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-30Kintavious Dozier makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half46-32Michael James makes 16-foot jumper
- 2nd Half49-32Lou Hutchinson makes 27-foot three point jumper (Kintavious Dozier assists)
- 2nd Half49-35Daniel Mayfield makes 27-foot three point jumper (Michael James assists)
- 2nd Half50-35Koron Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-35Koron Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-35James Flippin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-37Lamont Sams makes driving layup (Michael James assists)
- 2nd Half54-37Koron Davis makes 11-foot step back jumpshot (Lou Hutchinson assists)
- 2nd Half54-38Lamont Sams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-39Lamont Sams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-39PJ Eason makes layup (Bilal Abdur-Rahman assists)
- 2nd Half56-40Michael James makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-41Michael James makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-41Kintavious Dozier makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-41Kintavious Dozier makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-41Koron Davis makes 8-foot dunk
- 2nd Half61-41Kintavious Dozier makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-44Delkedric Holmes makes 25-foot three point jumper (Michael James assists)
- 2nd Half61-45Michael James makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half61-46Michael James makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half61-47Michael James makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half63-47Koron Davis makes driving layup
- 2nd Half63-49Lamont Sams makes layup (Delkedric Holmes assists)
- 2nd Half65-49PJ Eason makes 8-foot dunk (Kintavious Dozier assists)
- 2nd Half66-49Bilal Abdur-Rahman makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-49Bilal Abdur-Rahman makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-49Bilal Abdur-Rahman makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-49Bilal Abdur-Rahman makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-51Michael James makes driving layup (Lamont Sams assists)
- 2nd Half71-51Koron Davis makes driving layup
Win probability
Above the line favours Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils, below favours Alabama A&M Bulldogs.
Venue
- R.W. Harrison HPER ComplexItta Bena, MS
- Attendance125
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