NCAAB · Final

Memphis Tigers Secure Victory Over Alabama State Hornets

Monday, December 22, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · FedExForum

Memphis Tigers 88, Alabama State Hornets 67, 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 State Hornets vs Memphis Tigers?

Memphis Tigers beat Alabama State Hornets 88-67 at FedExForum on December 22, 2025.

Who was favored in Alabama State Hornets vs Memphis Tigers?

Memphis Tigers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -5000 (about 98% implied). The favorite won.

In a decisive matchup at FedExForum, the Memphis Tigers triumphed over the Alabama State Hornets with a final score of 88-67. This victory was crucial for Memphis, who entered the game with a home record of 5-7 and had been struggling recently, losing their last three games. The Tigers averaged 74.1 points scored while allowing 77.0 points in their last ten games, indicating a need for improvement on both ends of the court. Alabama State, on the other hand, came into the game with a record of 3-9 and had lost their last five games, averaging 77.9 points scored but allowing a higher average of 80.5 points.

The Tigers' recent form has been a mixed bag, with a record of 3-7 in their last ten games. Their last five games saw them scoring an average of 74.6 points while allowing 77.6 points, highlighting their defensive vulnerabilities. In contrast, the Hornets have struggled significantly, particularly in their last five games where they failed to secure a win, averaging only 69.4 points scored and allowing a staggering 84.6 points.

At home, Memphis has a record of 3-3, while Alabama State has struggled on the road with a record of 1-7. This home advantage played a significant role in the game as the Tigers managed to control the tempo and dictate the pace of play. The odds provided by DraftKings reflected Memphis as heavy favorites, with a spread of -20.5 and a moneyline of -5000, while Alabama State was listed at +1800.

The game unfolded with Memphis establishing a strong lead, and they maintained their advantage throughout. Key moments included a series of scoring plays in the second half, such as Asjon Anderson making a 27-foot three-point jumper, which brought the score to 80-61 in favor of Memphis. The Tigers continued to extend their lead with contributions from players like Curtis Givens III, who made a 24-foot three-pointer, and Tariq Ingraham, who capped off the scoring with a tip-in layup, sealing the game at 88-67.

In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but the overall performance of Memphis suggests they were able to field a competitive lineup. The conditions at FedExForum appeared favorable for the Tigers, who capitalized on their home court advantage effectively.

Viewers should note the contrasting styles of play between the two teams, with Memphis showcasing a more balanced attack and better defensive execution, which ultimately led to their comfortable victory over Alabama State.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	MEM -20.5	151.5 o -105 / u -115	Alabama State Hornets +1800 · Memphis Tigers -5000

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Leaders

PointsDug McDaniel23Memphis Tigers
AssistsDug McDaniel3Memphis Tigers
ReboundsJulius Thedford10Memphis Tigers
PointsAsjon Anderson16Alabama State Hornets
AssistsAsjon Anderson3Alabama State Hornets
ReboundsDamarien Yates9Alabama State Hornets

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Memphis Tigers

Last 10: 3-7Streak L374.1 scored · 77 allowed per game3-3 at home

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Alabama State Hornets

Last 10: 3-7Streak L577.9 scored · 80.5 allowed per game1-7 away

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W124-68vs Virginia Lynchburg DragonsNov 15
W77-74at UAB BlazersNov 12

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
South Florida	25-9	-	15-3
Tulsa	30-8	2	13-5
Wichita State	24-12	2	13-5
UAB	20-12	4	11-7
North Texas	19-14	6	9-9
Florida Atlantic	18-15	6	9-9
Charlotte	17-17	6	9-9
Tulane	18-15	7	8-10
Temple	16-16	7	8-10
Memphis	13-19	7	8-10
Rice	13-18	8	7-11
East Carolina	11-20	9	6-12
UTSA	5-25	14	1-17

Box score

Stat	Alabama State Hornets	Memphis Tigers
Field goals	23-64	32-63
Field goal %	36	51
Three-pointers	8-29	13-30
Three-point %	28	43
Free throws	13-22	11-18
Free throw %	59	61
Rebounds	37	40
Offensive rebounds	19	15
Defensive rebounds	18	25
Assists	13	20
Steals	9	13
Blocks	3	5
Turnovers	16	18
Team turnovers	1	4
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	16	23
Fast-break points	11	14
Points in the paint	26	36
Fouls	14	16
Largest lead	0	23
Lead changes	0	0
Time in front	0	98

How the scoring went

2nd Half33-50Dug McDaniel makes 29-foot three point jumper
2nd Half35-50Tyler Mason makes 9-foot turnaround jump shot (Cameron Palesse assists)
2nd Half35-52Julius Thedford makes layup (Zach Davis assists)
2nd Half35-53Ashton Hardaway makes free throw 2 of 3
2nd Half35-54Ashton Hardaway makes free throw 3 of 3
2nd Half37-54Tyler Mason makes layup (Cameron Palesse assists)
2nd Half38-54Damarien Yates makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half38-56William Whorton makes 1-foot dunk (Simon Majok assists)
2nd Half38-59Curtis Givens III makes 23-foot three point jumper (Dug McDaniel assists)
2nd Half38-61William Whorton makes 1-foot dunk (Dug McDaniel assists)
2nd Half40-61Asjon Anderson makes driving layup
2nd Half43-61Damarien Yates makes 24-foot three pointer
2nd Half43-63Zach Davis makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half44-63Tyler Byrd makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half45-63Tyler Byrd makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half45-65Zach Davis makes driving layup (Ashton Hardaway assists)
2nd Half46-65Tyler Byrd makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half47-65Tyler Byrd makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half47-67Simon Majok makes layup (Zach Davis assists)
2nd Half47-69Curtis Givens III makes driving layup
2nd Half48-69Asjon Anderson makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half49-69Asjon Anderson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half50-69Jerquarius Stanback makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half51-69Jerquarius Stanback makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half54-69Tyler Byrd makes 22-foot three point jumper
2nd Half54-72Dug McDaniel makes 28-foot three point jumper (William Whorton assists)
2nd Half56-72Tyler Mason makes 1-foot dunk (Micah Simpson assists)
2nd Half56-73Aaron Bradshaw makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half56-76Zach Davis makes 23-foot three point step back jumpshot (Dug McDaniel assists)
2nd Half58-76Tyler Mason makes layup (Asjon Anderson assists)
2nd Half58-78Zach Davis makes 5-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half58-80Curtis Givens III makes driving layup (Julius Thedford assists)
2nd Half61-80Asjon Anderson makes 27-foot three point jumper
2nd Half63-80Tyler Byrd makes 8-foot floating jump shot (Micah Simpson assists)
2nd Half63-83Dug McDaniel makes 25-foot three point jumper (Curtis Givens III assists)
2nd Half64-83Asjon Anderson makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half65-83Asjon Anderson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half67-83Micah Simpson makes 13-foot floating jump shot (Asjon Anderson assists)
2nd Half67-86Curtis Givens III makes 24-foot three pointer
2nd Half67-88Tariq Ingraham makes 0-foot tip in layup