Alabama State Hornets Defeat Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils
Saturday, January 3, 2026, 6:30 PM ET · R.W. Harrison HPER Complex
Alabama State Hornets 89, Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils 69, 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 Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils?
Alabama State Hornets beat Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils 89-69 at R.W. Harrison HPER Complex on January 3, 2026.
Who was favored in Alabama State Hornets vs Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils?
Alabama State Hornets were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1200 (about 92% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Alabama State Hornets emerged victorious against the Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils with a final score of 89-69. This game took place at the R.W. Harrison HPER Complex, where the Delta Devils have struggled throughout the season, now holding a home record of 1-14. The Hornets, meanwhile, improved their away record to 4-10 with this win.
The Delta Devils entered this game on a ten-game losing streak, having not secured a victory since their lone win of the season. Their recent form has been troubling, as they averaged just 63.6 points scored while allowing a staggering 90.4 points per game over their last ten outings. This included a series of heavy defeats, such as a 69-93 loss to the Oklahoma Sooners and a 49-96 defeat against the Florida State Seminoles.
Conversely, the Alabama State Hornets have faced their own challenges, losing seven consecutive games leading into this contest. Their scoring average over the last ten games stood at 70.1 points, while they allowed an average of 84.5 points. Their most recent game ended in a 56-94 loss to the Mississippi State Bulldogs, highlighting their struggles but also indicating a capacity to score in the mid-60s in some matches.
In terms of home and away performance, the Delta Devils have yet to win at home this season, with their last five games seeing them average only 56.4 points while giving up 94.2 points. The Hornets have been slightly better on the road, managing to secure one win against the IU Indianapolis Jaguars but suffering from an away record of 0-9 prior to this game.
Historically, the Delta Devils have not fared well against the Hornets, losing their last two meetings. In their previous encounters during the 2025 season, the Delta Devils lost 56-79 at home and 55-84 away, further underscoring their struggles against this opponent.
Injury reports did not indicate any significant absences that could have affected the outcome of this game. Both teams fielded their regular lineups, which allowed for a competitive match despite the Delta Devils' ongoing struggles.
The betting market reflected the Hornets' status as heavy favorites, with DraftKings setting the spread at 13.5 points in favor of Alabama State. The total points line was set at 144.5, indicating expectations for a relatively high-scoring game given both teams' defensive vulnerabilities.
Conditions during the game were favorable for basketball, with no adverse weather factors affecting the indoor environment. Fans witnessed a game characterized by free throws, particularly in the second half, where players like Asjon Anderson and Micah Simpson contributed to the Hornets' scoring through successful attempts from the line.
As the game progressed, the Hornets maintained control, with significant contributions from their players leading to a comfortable victory. The final moments saw the Delta Devils attempt to close the gap, but ultimately, the Hornets sealed their win with a commanding performance that highlighted their offensive capabilities despite their recent struggles.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | ALST -13.5 | 144.5 o -105 / u -115 | Alabama State Hornets -1200 · Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils +750 |
Leaders
- PointsLamont Sams22Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils
- AssistsMichael James5Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils
- ReboundsLamont Sams8Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils
- PointsMicah Simpson25Alabama State Hornets
- AssistsAsjon Anderson6Alabama State Hornets
- ReboundsCameron Palesse11Alabama State Hornets
Recent form
Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils
Last 10: 0-10Streak L1063.6 scored · 90.4 allowed per game0-2 at home
- 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
- L75-81vs Utah Tech TrailblazersNov 15
Alabama State Hornets
Last 10: 1-9Streak L770.1 scored · 84.5 allowed per game0-9 away
- L56-94at Mississippi State BulldogsDec 30
- L67-88at Memphis TigersDec 23
- L51-88at Cincinnati BearcatsDec 18
- L77-85at Missouri TigersDec 12
- L64-74at UT Martin SkyhawksDec 7
- L87-93at New Mexico LobosNov 27
- L68-83at SIU Edwardsville CougarsNov 23
- W101-80vs IU Indianapolis JaguarsNov 21
- L64-66at Air Force FalconsNov 19
- L66-94at Colorado BuffaloesNov 18
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 | Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 27-51 | 22-50 |
| Field goal % | 53 | 44 |
| Three-pointers | 7-18 | 5-15 |
| Three-point % | 39 | 33 |
| Free throws | 28-30 | 20-25 |
| Free throw % | 93 | 80 |
| Rebounds | 30 | 20 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 6 |
| Defensive rebounds | 21 | 14 |
| Assists | 15 | 10 |
| Steals | 15 | 9 |
| Blocks | 2 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 16 | 18 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 14 | 13 |
| Fast-break points | 30 | 26 |
| Points in the paint | 32 | 30 |
| Fouls | 19 | 23 |
| Largest lead | 22 | 1 |
| Lead changes | 4 | 4 |
| Time in front | 98 | 1 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half56-48Damarien Yates makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-51Michael James makes 26-foot three point jumper (X'Zaevion Barnett assists)
- 2nd Half57-51Asjon Anderson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-51Asjon Anderson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-51Asjon Anderson makes layup (R'Chaun King assists)
- 2nd Half60-52X'Zaevion Barnett makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-53X'Zaevion Barnett makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-53Micah Simpson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-53Micah Simpson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-53Cameron Palesse makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-53Cameron Palesse makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-53R'Chaun King makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-56X'Zaevion Barnett makes 26-foot three point jumper (Michael James assists)
- 2nd Half66-56R'Chaun King makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-56R'Chaun King makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-56Tyler Byrd makes 3-foot alley oop dunk (Micah Simpson assists)
- 2nd Half69-57Patrick Punch makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-58Patrick Punch makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-58Micah Simpson makes 30-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half74-58Jerquarius Stanback makes 4-foot dunk
- 2nd Half74-59Michael James makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-60Michael James makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-60R'Chaun King makes 3-foot jumper (Jerquarius Stanback assists)
- 2nd Half77-60R'Chaun King makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half78-60Asjon Anderson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half79-60Asjon Anderson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half79-63Lamont Sams makes 26-foot three point jumper (Michael James assists)
- 2nd Half81-63Cameron Palesse makes 16-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half82-63Micah Simpson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half83-63Micah Simpson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half83-64Patrick Punch makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half83-65Patrick Punch makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half84-65Asjon Anderson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half85-65Asjon Anderson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half85-66X'Zaevion Barnett makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half85-67X'Zaevion Barnett makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half86-67Micah Simpson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half87-67Micah Simpson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half89-67Tyler Byrd makes 2-foot dunk
- 2nd Half89-69Lamont Sams makes 0-foot dunk
Win probability
Above the line favours Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils, below favours Alabama State Hornets.
Venue
- R.W. Harrison HPER ComplexItta Bena, MS
- Attendance348
- OfficialsEarnie Pheal, Quentin Jackson, Caleb Michau
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