LSU Tigers Dominate Alcorn State Braves in 107-81 Victory
Tuesday, November 18, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · Pete Maravich Assembly Center
LSU Tigers 107, Alcorn State Braves 81, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Alcorn State Braves vs LSU Tigers?
LSU Tigers beat Alcorn State Braves 107-81 at Pete Maravich Assembly Center on November 18, 2025.
The LSU Tigers secured a resounding 107-81 victory over the Alcorn State Braves at the Pete Maravich Assembly Center, showcasing their dominance in the matchup. This game was particularly noteworthy as it highlighted the stark contrast in the teams' current forms, with LSU boasting a perfect home record of 4-0 while Alcorn State struggled with an away record of 0-6.
In terms of recent performance, LSU's last ten games have not been ideal, with a record of 1-9 and a streak of four consecutive losses prior to this game. They averaged 78.4 points scored but allowed a troubling 87.6 points per game during this stretch. Their last five games saw them average 84.0 points while conceding 90.2, indicating defensive vulnerabilities that Alcorn State could have exploited.
On the other hand, Alcorn State entered the game with a record of 0-6 overall, having lost their last game against Prairie View A&M Panthers with a score of 56-65. Their recent form showed a record of 5-5 over their last ten games, but they had lost their most recent match. The Braves averaged 67.8 points scored and allowed 71.3 points per game, which reflected a more competitive edge compared to LSU's defensive struggles.
Historically, LSU had the advantage in their previous meeting, winning decisively with a score of 107-81 in the 2026 season. This recent victory further solidified their dominance in head-to-head matchups, improving their record against Alcorn State to 2-0.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details on player availability or injuries affecting either team for this matchup. However, the absence of key players could have influenced the outcome, especially for a struggling team like Alcorn State.
The market had priced LSU as a strong favorite in this matchup, with a home win probability of 1.0, reflecting their expected dominance over the Braves. The conditions at the Pete Maravich Assembly Center were likely favorable for the Tigers, contributing to their performance.
As the game unfolded, LSU's offensive prowess was evident, with key scoring plays coming from players like Jalen Reece and Ron Zipper. Reece made significant contributions, including layups and free throws, while Zipper added three-point jumpers to the tally. The Tigers' ability to maintain a high scoring rate while limiting Alcorn State's offensive output ultimately led to their comfortable victory.
Overall, the game served as a clear demonstration of LSU's capabilities, especially at home, while highlighting the ongoing struggles of Alcorn State as they seek to find their footing in the season.
Leaders
- PointsMike Nwoko29LSU Tigers
- AssistsDedan Thomas Jr.6LSU Tigers
- ReboundsMarquel Sutton10LSU Tigers
- PointsDavian Williams21Alcorn State Braves
- AssistsBryson Calamese3Alcorn State Braves
- ReboundsTravis Roberts9Alcorn State Braves
Recent form
LSU Tigers
Last 10: 1-9Streak L478.4 scored · 87.6 allowed per game0-5 at home
- L82-87at Kentucky WildcatsMar 11
- L91-94vs Texas A&M AggiesMar 7
- L74-88at Auburn TigersMar 4
- L67-83vs Oklahoma SoonersFeb 28
- W106-99at Ole Miss RebelsFeb 26
- L83-90vs Alabama Crimson TideFeb 21
- L85-88at Texas LonghornsFeb 18
- L63-73at Tennessee VolunteersFeb 14
- L62-91vs Arkansas RazorbacksFeb 11
- L71-83vs Georgia BulldogsFeb 7
Alcorn State Braves
Last 10: 5-5Streak L167.8 scored · 71.3 allowed per game2-3 away
- L56-65at Prairie View A&M PanthersMar 10
- W77-65at Alabama State HornetsMar 9
- L48-83vs Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden LionsMar 6
- W67-64vs Mississippi Valley State Delta DevilsMar 4
- L51-72at Prairie View A&M PanthersFeb 28
- L87-92at Texas Southern TigersFeb 27
- W83-65vs Jackson State TigersFeb 21
- L78-86vs Florida A&M RattlersFeb 17
- W57-55vs Bethune-Cookman WildcatsFeb 14
- W74-66at Mississippi Valley State Delta DevilsFeb 10
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 |
| Florida | 27-8 | - | 16-2 |
| Arkansas | 28-9 | 3 | 13-5 |
| Alabama | 25-10 | 3 | 13-5 |
| Vanderbilt | 27-9 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Tennessee | 25-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Texas A&M | 22-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Georgia | 22-11 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Kentucky | 22-14 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Missouri | 20-13 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Texas | 21-15 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Auburn | 22-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Oklahoma | 21-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Mississippi State | 13-19 | 11 | 5-13 |
| Ole Miss | 15-20 | 12 | 4-14 |
| South Carolina | 13-19 | 12 | 4-14 |
| LSU | 15-17 | 13 | 3-15 |
Box score
| Stat | Alcorn State Braves | LSU Tigers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 33-67 | 35-63 |
| Field goal % | 49 | 56 |
| Three-pointers | 10-26 | 6-21 |
| Three-point % | 38 | 29 |
| Free throws | 5-11 | 31-39 |
| Free throw % | 45 | 79 |
| Rebounds | 28 | 43 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 19 |
| Defensive rebounds | 15 | 24 |
| Assists | 11 | 12 |
| Steals | 5 | 8 |
| Blocks | 5 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 13 | 13 |
| Fast-break points | 12 | 12 |
| Points in the paint | 28 | 58 |
| Fouls | 25 | 13 |
| Largest lead | 7 | 28 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half55-63Davian Williams made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Shane Lancaster.
- 2nd Half55-65Pablo Tamba made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half57-65Mike Jones made Layup.
- 2nd Half57-68Marquel Sutton made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Max Mackinnon.
- 2nd Half57-70Marquel Sutton made Jumper.
- 2nd Half58-70Shane Lancaster made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-70Shane Lancaster made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-72Robert Miller III made Dunk. Assisted by Max Mackinnon.
- 2nd Half62-72Nick Woodard made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half62-73Jalen Reed made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half62-74Jalen Reed made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-74Nick Woodard made Jumper. Assisted by Davian Williams.
- 2nd Half66-74Nick Woodard made Jumper.
- 2nd Half66-76Jalen Reece made Layup.
- 2nd Half66-78Rashad King made Layup.
- 2nd Half68-78Travis Roberts made Layup.
- 2nd Half68-80Marquel Sutton made Layup.
- 2nd Half70-80Jameel Morris made Layup.
- 2nd Half70-83Jalen Reece made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half71-83Davian Williams made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-84Dedan Thomas Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-85Dedan Thomas Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-87Mike Nwoko made Layup. Assisted by Dedan Thomas Jr..
- 2nd Half74-87Travis Roberts made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Nick Woodard.
- 2nd Half74-89Marquel Sutton made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half74-91Mike Nwoko made Layup.
- 2nd Half74-93Mike Nwoko made Layup.
- 2nd Half74-95Mike Nwoko made Dunk. Assisted by Dedan Thomas Jr..
- 2nd Half74-96Mike Nwoko made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-97Mike Nwoko made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half76-97Travis Roberts made Layup.
- 2nd Half76-98Robert Miller III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half76-99Robert Miller III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half79-99Davian Williams made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Bryson Calamese.
- 2nd Half79-101Jalen Reece made Layup.
- 2nd Half79-102Jalen Reece made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half79-105Ron Zipper made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jalen Reece.
- 2nd Half79-106Ron Zipper made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half79-107Ron Zipper made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half81-107William Henderson made Jumper.
Win probability
Above the line favours LSU Tigers, below favours Alcorn State Braves.
Venue
- Pete Maravich Assembly CenterBaton Rouge, LA
- Attendance6291
- OfficialsGarrick Shannon, Vladimir Voyard-Tadal, Josue Nieves
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