Alabama State Hornets Edge Alabama A&M Bulldogs 89-88
Saturday, February 28, 2026, 5:45 PM ET · Event Center
Alabama State Hornets 89, Alabama A&M Bulldogs 88, 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 Alabama A&M Bulldogs?
Alabama State Hornets beat Alabama A&M Bulldogs 89-88 at Event Center on February 28, 2026.
Who was favored in Alabama State Hornets vs Alabama A&M Bulldogs?
Alabama A&M Bulldogs were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -118 (about 54% implied). The underdog won.
In a thrilling matchup, the Alabama State Hornets narrowly defeated the Alabama A&M Bulldogs 89-88 in a closely contested game at the Event Center. This fixture was significant as it showcased the competitive nature of both teams, particularly with the Hornets looking to improve their season record against a Bulldogs squad that had a slightly better overall performance this year.
The Bulldogs entered the game with a record of 16-13, while the Hornets had a 10-19 record. In their last ten games, Alabama A&M had a record of 5-4-1, with an average of 63.5 points scored and 65.4 points allowed. Their recent form included a loss to Bethune-Cookman Wildcats on February 21, where they fell 76-85, and a win against Florida A&M Rattlers on February 20, winning 63-61. However, they were on a one-game losing streak heading into this matchup.
Conversely, Alabama State had a record of 4-6 in their last ten games, with an average of 71.2 points scored and 71.1 points allowed. They had lost their last two games, including a 63-76 defeat against Florida A&M Rattlers on February 21, and an 71-82 loss to Bethune-Cookman Wildcats on February 20. Their recent victories included a solid win against Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils, where they won 92-55 on February 17.
In terms of home and away performance, Alabama A&M had a home record of 3-1 in their last five games, while Alabama State had a poor away record of 1-5. This disparity in home and away performance added an intriguing dynamic to the matchup.
The two teams had met three times in recent seasons, with Alabama State leading the head-to-head record 2-1. Their last encounter on January 19, 2026, saw Alabama State win 73-69, while Alabama A&M had previously lost to the Hornets 52-94 and 65-69 in earlier meetings.
Injuries were not reported as a significant factor for either team in this matchup, which allowed both squads to field their key players. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Alabama A&M favored by 1.5 points, with a total set at 143.5. The odds reflected a close contest, with Alabama A&M at -118.0 on the moneyline and Alabama State at -102.0.
The conditions in the Event Center were typical for a late February evening, with a lively atmosphere as fans gathered to support their teams. Viewers were treated to a game filled with intense moments, particularly in the second half, where the lead changed hands multiple times.
Key moments in the game included a 24-foot three-point jumper by Bilal Abdur-Rahman that put Alabama State ahead 84-81, and a series of free throws by Jerquarius Stanback that kept the Hornets in contention. Tyler Byrd also made significant contributions with crucial layups that helped Alabama State maintain their lead late in the game.
Ultimately, Tyler Mason's layup, assisted by Tyler Byrd, sealed the victory for Alabama State, marking a dramatic finish to a game that highlighted the resilience and determination of both teams. This match not only showcased the competitive spirit of the NCAAB but also set the stage for further encounters as the season progressed.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | AAMU -1.5 | 143.5 o -105 / u -115 | Alabama State Hornets -102 · Alabama A&M Bulldogs -118 |
Leaders
- PointsKoron Davis26Alabama A&M Bulldogs
- AssistsSami Pissis5Alabama A&M Bulldogs
- ReboundsPJ Eason7Alabama A&M Bulldogs
- PointsMicah Simpson24Alabama State Hornets
- AssistsMicah Simpson3Alabama State Hornets
- ReboundsJerquarius Stanback7Alabama State Hornets
Recent form
Alabama A&M Bulldogs
Last 10: 5-4-1Streak L163.5 scored · 65.4 allowed per game3-1 at home
- L76-85at Bethune-Cookman WildcatsFeb 21
- 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
Alabama State Hornets
Last 10: 4-6Streak L271.2 scored · 71.1 allowed per game1-5 away
- 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
- W79-66vs Florida A&M RattlersFeb 3
- L54-69vs Bethune-Cookman WildcatsJan 31
- L64-96at Texas Southern TigersJan 27
- W95-80at Prairie View A&M PanthersJan 24
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 State Hornets | Alabama A&M Bulldogs |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 32-58 | 31-54 |
| Field goal % | 55 | 57 |
| Three-pointers | 9-21 | 10-21 |
| Three-point % | 43 | 48 |
| Free throws | 16-20 | 16-25 |
| Free throw % | 80 | 64 |
| Rebounds | 27 | 28 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 19 | 20 |
| Assists | 13 | 18 |
| Steals | 5 | 5 |
| Blocks | 1 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 8 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Points off turnovers | 15 | 12 |
| Fast-break points | 17 | 16 |
| Points in the paint | 42 | 32 |
| Fouls | 21 | 20 |
| Largest lead | 11 | 4 |
| Lead changes | 12 | 12 |
| Time in front | 57 | 25 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half58-47Cameron Palesse makes 3-foot floating jump shot (Jerquarius Stanback assists)
- 2nd Half58-49Koron Davis makes 3-foot dunk (Sami Pissis assists)
- 2nd Half58-52Kintavious Dozier makes 24-foot three point jumper (PJ Eason assists)
- 2nd Half58-53PJ Eason makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-53Tyler Mason makes 12-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half60-55Kintavious Dozier makes 4-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half62-55Damarien Yates makes 15-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half62-57Jalen Carruth makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half65-57Micah Simpson makes 23-foot three point jumper (Tyler Mack assists)
- 2nd Half65-58Samuel Onu makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-59Samuel Onu makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-59Damarien Yates makes 23-foot three point jumper (Asjon Anderson assists)
- 2nd Half68-60PJ Eason makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-61Jalen Carruth makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-62Jalen Carruth makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-62Tyler Byrd makes layup
- 2nd Half71-63Jalen Carruth makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-62Tyler Byrd makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half71-64Bilal Abdur-Rahman makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-66Koron Davis makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half74-66Tyler Mason makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half74-67James Graham III makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-68James Graham III makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-71James Graham III makes 24-foot three point jumper (Bilal Abdur-Rahman assists)
- 2nd Half74-74Jalen Carruth makes 24-foot three point jumper (Bilal Abdur-Rahman assists)
- 2nd Half76-74Tyler Mason makes layup (Jerquarius Stanback assists)
- 2nd Half76-76Bilal Abdur-Rahman makes 16-foot jumper (Koron Davis assists)
- 2nd Half76-79Koron Davis makes 23-foot three point jumper (Bilal Abdur-Rahman assists)
- 2nd Half77-79Micah Simpson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half79-79Jerquarius Stanback makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half79-81Bilal Abdur-Rahman makes 10-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half81-81Micah Simpson makes layup
- 2nd Half81-84Bilal Abdur-Rahman makes 24-foot three point jumper (Koron Davis assists)
- 2nd Half82-84Jerquarius Stanback makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half83-84Jerquarius Stanback makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half85-84Tyler Byrd makes layup
- 2nd Half85-85Koron Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half87-85Tyler Byrd makes layup
- 2nd Half87-88Koron Davis makes 24-foot three point jumper (Kintavious Dozier assists)
- 2nd Half89-88Tyler Mason makes layup (Tyler Byrd assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Alabama A&M Bulldogs, below favours Alabama State Hornets.
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- Event CenterHuntsville, AL
- Attendance6569
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