Air Force Holds Off Alabama State in Close Contest
Wednesday, November 19, 2025, 6:00 PM ET · Clune Arena
Air Force Falcons 66, Alabama State Hornets 64, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Alabama State Hornets vs Air Force Falcons?
Air Force Falcons beat Alabama State Hornets 66-64 at Clune Arena on November 19, 2025.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Air Force Falcons edged out the Alabama State Hornets with a final score of 66-64 at Clune Arena. This victory marks the Falcons' first win of the season, breaking a ten-game losing streak that had plagued them since the start of the campaign. The win also improves their home record to 1-5, while Alabama State falls to 2-4 overall, having lost their last three games.
The Falcons entered the game with a dismal record of 1-4, having struggled significantly in their recent outings. Over their last ten games, they had not secured a victory, with an average of 62.4 points scored per game while allowing a staggering 85.3 points to their opponents. This included a series of defeats where they were outscored by substantial margins, such as a 45-80 loss to the Nevada Wolf Pack and a 60-86 defeat against the Grand Canyon Lopes. Their last five games showed an average of 61.2 points scored and 78.4 points allowed, indicating a defensive vulnerability that had become a hallmark of their play.
In contrast, Alabama State came into the game with a slightly better record of 2-3. However, they were also struggling, having lost their last three games. Their recent form included a narrow defeat to the Alcorn State Braves with a score of 65-77 and a close 63-65 loss to the Grambling Tigers. While they had managed to average 70.1 points scored and allowed in their last ten games, their last five games reflected a dip in performance, with averages of 68.8 points scored and 75.4 points allowed.
The matchup was notable not only for its implications for both teams' seasons but also for the previous meeting earlier in the season, where Air Force had narrowly defeated Alabama State 66-64. This encounter echoed that close contest, with both teams exchanging leads and battling hard throughout the game.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but the performance of both teams suggests that they were fielding their typical lineups. The game took place under standard conditions at Clune Arena, where the Falcons were looking to leverage their home-court advantage.
The betting market had priced the Falcons' chances favorably, with a 1.0 probability of winning attributed to their home advantage. This reflected the expectations that Air Force would perform better at home, despite their overall struggles this season.
As the game unfolded, key moments included a series of free throws by Asjon Anderson, who played a crucial role in the second half. His free throws kept Alabama State within striking distance, but the Falcons responded with timely plays, including a layup by Kam Sanders that ultimately sealed the game for Air Force. The final minutes were tense, with both teams trading baskets and the lead changing hands multiple times.
Viewers were treated to a thrilling finish, with the game coming down to the wire. The scoring plays highlighted the back-and-forth nature of the contest, showcasing both teams' resilience and determination to secure a much-needed victory. Ultimately, it was Air Force's ability to execute in critical moments that allowed them to emerge victorious, setting the stage for potential momentum as they look to build on this win moving forward.
Leaders
- PointsLucas Hobin20Air Force Falcons
- AssistsKam Sanders6Air Force Falcons
- ReboundsCaleb Walker12Air Force Falcons
- PointsMicah Simpson30Alabama State Hornets
- AssistsAsjon Anderson2Alabama State Hornets
- ReboundsCameron Palesse6Alabama State Hornets
Recent form
Air Force Falcons
Last 10: 0-10Streak L1062.4 scored · 85.3 allowed per game0-5 at home
- L45-80at Nevada Wolf PackMar 11
- L59-74at Nevada Wolf PackMar 8
- L60-86vs Grand Canyon LopesMar 4
- L62-66at Wyoming CowboysFeb 28
- L80-86vs San José State SpartansFeb 25
- L66-91vs UNLV RebelsFeb 21
- L61-98at New Mexico LobosFeb 18
- L63-93at Fresno State BulldogsFeb 14
- L74-91vs Colorado State RamsFeb 11
- L54-88vs San Diego State AztecsFeb 8
Alabama State Hornets
Last 10: 3-7Streak L370.1 scored · 70.1 allowed per game1-4 away
- L65-77vs Alcorn State BravesMar 9
- L63-65vs Grambling TigersMar 6
- L64-71vs Southern JaguarsMar 4
- W89-88at Alabama A&M BulldogsFeb 28
- L63-76at Florida A&M RattlersFeb 21
- L71-82at Bethune-Cookman WildcatsFeb 20
- W92-55vs Mississippi Valley State Delta DevilsFeb 17
- W79-61vs Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden LionsFeb 14
- L68-69at Southern JaguarsFeb 10
- L47-57at Grambling TigersFeb 7
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 |
| Utah State | 29-7 | - | 15-5 |
| San Diego State | 22-11 | 1 | 14-6 |
| New Mexico | 26-11 | 2 | 13-7 |
| Grand Canyon | 20-12 | 2 | 13-7 |
| Nevada | 24-13 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Boise State | 20-12 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Colorado State | 21-13 | 4 | 11-9 |
| UNLV | 18-17 | 4 | 11-9 |
| Wyoming | 18-15 | 6 | 9-11 |
| Fresno State | 13-19 | 8 | 7-13 |
| San José State | 9-24 | 12 | 3-17 |
| Air Force | 3-29 | 15 | 0-20 |
Box score
| Stat | Alabama State Hornets | Air Force Falcons |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 22-55 | 21-42 |
| Field goal % | 40 | 50 |
| Three-pointers | 5-19 | 9-21 |
| Three-point % | 26 | 43 |
| Free throws | 15-19 | 15-23 |
| Free throw % | 79 | 65 |
| Rebounds | 24 | 33 |
| Offensive rebounds | 6 | 6 |
| Defensive rebounds | 18 | 27 |
| Assists | 4 | 15 |
| Steals | 10 | 4 |
| Blocks | 4 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 17 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 13 | 17 |
| Fast-break points | 11 | 6 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 24 |
| Fouls | 19 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 9 | 3 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half34-32Micah Simpson made Layup.
- 1st Half35-32Micah Simpson made Free Throw.
- 1st Half36-32Micah Simpson made Free Throw.
- 1st Half37-32Micah Simpson made Free Throw.
- 1st Half38-32Micah Simpson made Free Throw.
- 1st Half39-32Micah Simpson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half39-33Kam Sanders made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half40-33Asjon Anderson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half40-35Eli Robinson made Layup.
- 2nd Half41-35R'Chaun King made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half43-35Jerquarius Stanback made Layup. Assisted by Asjon Anderson.
- 2nd Half43-37Caleb Walker made Dunk. Assisted by Lucas Hobin.
- 2nd Half45-37Micah Simpson made Jumper.
- 2nd Half45-38Lucas Hobin made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half45-39Lucas Hobin made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-39Micah Simpson made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half48-40Lucas Hobin made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-41Lucas Hobin made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-44Lucas Hobin made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by A.J. Patterson.
- 2nd Half48-47Eli Robinson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by A.J. Patterson.
- 2nd Half50-47Micah Simpson made Layup.
- 2nd Half50-50Lucas Hobin made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Eli Robinson.
- 2nd Half52-50Micah Simpson made Layup.
- 2nd Half52-53Ethan Greenberg made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Eli Robinson.
- 2nd Half54-53Cameron Palesse made Jumper.
- 2nd Half56-53Asjon Anderson made Layup.
- 2nd Half56-54Ethan Greenberg made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-55Ethan Greenberg made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-55Jerquarius Stanback made Jumper.
- 2nd Half58-57Caleb Walker made Layup. Assisted by Ethan Greenberg.
- 2nd Half58-59Caleb Walker made Layup. Assisted by Kam Sanders.
- 2nd Half59-59Asjon Anderson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-59Asjon Anderson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-61Caleb Walker made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half62-61Tyler Byrd made Layup.
- 2nd Half62-62Kam Sanders made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-62Asjon Anderson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-62Asjon Anderson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-64Lucas Hobin made Layup. Assisted by Caleb Walker.
- 2nd Half64-66Kam Sanders made Layup.
Win probability
Above the line favours Air Force Falcons, below favours Alabama State Hornets.
Venue
- Clune ArenaColorado Springs, CO
- Attendance1025
- OfficialsKelly Pfeifer, John Floyd, Andy O'Brien
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