Alabama State Hornets Defeat Prairie View A&M Panthers 95-80
Saturday, January 24, 2026, 5:30 PM ET · William J. Nicks Building
Alabama State Hornets 95, Prairie View A&M Panthers 80, 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 Prairie View A&M Panthers?
Alabama State Hornets beat Prairie View A&M Panthers 95-80 at William J. Nicks Building on January 24, 2026.
Who was favored in Alabama State Hornets vs Prairie View A&M Panthers?
Alabama State Hornets were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -112 (about 53% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Alabama State Hornets triumphed over the Prairie View A&M Panthers with a final score of 95-80 at the William J. Nicks Building. This victory marks a significant achievement for the Hornets, as they improve their record to 7-13, while the Panthers fall to 8-13. The game showcased the Hornets' offensive capabilities, particularly in the second half, where they consistently outscored the Panthers.
Both teams entered the contest with struggling records. The Panthers had an overall record of 8-12 and were 4-6 in their last ten games, currently on a two-game losing streak. They averaged 81.4 points scored while allowing 82.5 points per game during this stretch. In their last five games, they recorded a 3-2 record, scoring an average of 77.0 points while allowing 74.6 points. Their home record remained strong at 3-0, but they struggled on the road with a 1-6 record.
On the other hand, the Hornets had a record of 6-13, with a disappointing 2-8 record in their last ten games and a one-game losing streak. They averaged 69.7 points scored and allowed 80.2 points during this period. Their last five games yielded a 2-3 record, with an average of 76.4 points scored and 74.6 points allowed. Both teams have had difficulties finding consistency, but the Hornets managed to capitalize on their scoring opportunities in this game.
In terms of historical performance, the Panthers and Hornets faced each other previously in the 2025 season, where the Hornets emerged victorious with a narrow 66-63 win. This latest game further solidified the Hornets' dominance in their recent encounters, improving their head-to-head record against the Panthers to 2-0.
Injury reports did not indicate any significant absences for either team, allowing both squads to field their best players. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Hornets favored by 1.5 points, with a total set at 158.5. The odds reflected a competitive matchup, with the home moneyline at -108.0 and the away moneyline at -112.0. The spread and total indicated expectations for a high-scoring game, which ultimately came to fruition as both teams exceeded the total points line.
The game conditions were conducive to an exciting matchup, with both teams displaying their offensive strengths. The Hornets' ability to maintain a steady scoring pace, particularly in the second half, allowed them to pull away from the Panthers. Key moments included a series of free throws and layups by players like Dontae Horne, who contributed significantly to the Hornets' scoring in the final minutes of the game.
Viewers should have noted the Hornets' resilience and ability to execute under pressure, particularly in the second half. The scoring plays highlighted the Hornets' effective ball movement and finishing ability around the rim, which proved pivotal in their victory. As the game progressed, the Hornets maintained control, ultimately sealing their win and showcasing their potential moving forward in the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | ALST -1.5 | 158.5 o -105 / u -115 | Alabama State Hornets -112 · Prairie View A&M Panthers -108 |
Leaders
- PointsDontae Horne30Prairie View A&M Panthers
- AssistsDontae Horne5Prairie View A&M Panthers
- ReboundsDontae Horne8Prairie View A&M Panthers
- PointsMicah Simpson23Alabama State Hornets
- AssistsAsjon Anderson6Alabama State Hornets
- ReboundsJerquarius Stanback8Alabama State Hornets
Recent form
Prairie View A&M Panthers
Last 10: 4-6Streak L281.4 scored · 82.5 allowed per game3-0 at home
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Alabama State Hornets
Last 10: 2-8Streak L169.7 scored · 80.2 allowed per game1-6 away
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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 | Prairie View A&M Panthers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 34-66 | 23-54 |
| Field goal % | 52 | 43 |
| Three-pointers | 12-24 | 4-15 |
| Three-point % | 50 | 27 |
| Free throws | 15-23 | 30-34 |
| Free throw % | 65 | 88 |
| Rebounds | 28 | 32 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 20 | 24 |
| Assists | 10 | 9 |
| Steals | 10 | 7 |
| Blocks | 3 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 23 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 7 |
| Technical fouls | 2 | 2 |
| Technical fouls, total | 2 | 2 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 27 | 10 |
| Fast-break points | 10 | 17 |
| Points in the paint | 42 | 38 |
| Fouls | 26 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 24 | 0 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 98 | 0 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half61-49Damarien Yates makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half61-50Dontae Horne makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-51Dontae Horne makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-51Micah Simpson makes 83-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half66-51Jerquarius Stanback makes 3-foot dunk (Micah Simpson assists)
- 2nd Half66-52Dontae Horne makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-53Dontae Horne makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-53JaSteven Walker makes layup
- 2nd Half68-54Keeshawn Mason makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-55Keeshawn Mason makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-55Asjon Anderson makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half74-55Micah Simpson makes 23-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half74-57Dontae Horne makes 9-foot jumper
- 2nd Half76-57Tyler Byrd makes layup
- 2nd Half78-57Tyler Byrd makes 3-foot dunk (Asjon Anderson assists)
- 2nd Half79-57Jerquarius Stanback makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half80-57Jerquarius Stanback makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half80-58Joey Madimba makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half80-59Joey Madimba makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half83-59Asjon Anderson makes 26-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half83-61Joey Madimba makes layup (Dontae Horne assists)
- 2nd Half85-61Jerquarius Stanback makes layup
- 2nd Half85-62Dontae Horne makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half85-63Dontae Horne makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half86-63JaSteven Walker makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half86-66Lance Williams makes 25-foot three point jumper (Dontae Horne assists)
- 2nd Half88-66R'Chaun King makes 2-foot dunk (Asjon Anderson assists)
- 2nd Half90-66JaSteven Walker makes layup
- 2nd Half90-68Joey Madimba makes layup
- 2nd Half90-70Ryan Bolton Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half91-70Micah Simpson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half92-70Micah Simpson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half92-71Dontae Horne makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half92-72Dontae Horne makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half92-74Ryan Bolton Jr. makes 3-foot dunk (Dontae Horne assists)
- 2nd Half92-76Joey Madimba makes layup
- 2nd Half93-76Tyler Byrd makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half95-76Tyler Byrd makes 3-foot jumper
- 2nd Half95-78Dontae Horne makes layup
- 2nd Half95-80Dontae Horne makes layup
Win probability
Above the line favours Prairie View A&M Panthers, below favours Alabama State Hornets.
Venue
- William J. Nicks BuildingPrairie View, TX
- Attendance422
- OfficialsJeffrey Johnson, Rufus Lott, Donald Sankey
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