NCAAB · Final

Minnesota Dominates Alcorn State in 95-50 Victory

Saturday, November 8, 2025, 12:00 PM ET · Williams Arena

Minnesota Golden Gophers 95, Alcorn State Braves 50, 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 Minnesota Golden Gophers?

Minnesota Golden Gophers beat Alcorn State Braves 95-50 at Williams Arena on November 8, 2025.

The Minnesota Golden Gophers delivered a commanding performance against the Alcorn State Braves, securing a decisive 95-50 victory at Williams Arena. This matchup showcased Minnesota's strong start to the season, as they improved their record to 3-0, while Alcorn State fell to 0-4. The game highlighted the disparity in recent form between the two teams, with Minnesota coming off a solid win against Gardner-Webb, where they triumphed 87-60, while Alcorn State had lost their last three games, including a recent defeat to South Alabama by a score of 70-76.

In terms of scoring, Minnesota averaged 68.2 points per game over their last ten contests, allowing 71.2 points. Their recent form showed a slight improvement, with an average of 70.4 points scored and 69.2 allowed in their last five games. In contrast, Alcorn State averaged 69.0 points but struggled defensively, allowing an average of 74.0 points during the same span. The Braves' last five games yielded a record of 2-3, with their most recent performances indicating a need for improvement on both ends of the court.

At home, Minnesota had a record of 1-0 this season, while Alcorn State struggled on the road with a 0-3 record. This game further emphasized Minnesota's advantage, as they played in front of their home crowd at Williams Arena, where they typically perform better. The Gophers' strong home record contrasts sharply with Alcorn State's difficulties away from home, making this fixture particularly noteworthy.

Historically, the two teams had not met recently, making this matchup an intriguing encounter for fans. The injury report did not indicate any significant absences for either team, allowing both squads to field their expected lineups.

In terms of betting, the market had Minnesota heavily favored with a home win probability of 1.0, reflecting their strong start to the season and Alcorn State's struggles. This line was indicative of the confidence in Minnesota's ability to dominate the game.

The conditions at Williams Arena were conducive to a high-scoring affair, and Minnesota took full advantage. The Gophers' offensive display was marked by efficient shooting and strong teamwork, with several players contributing to the scoreline. Notable scoring plays included Cade Tyson making a free throw and William Henderson hitting a jumper, both of which kept the momentum firmly in Minnesota's favor.

As the game progressed, Minnesota maintained control, with their lead expanding significantly. In the second half, the Gophers continued to build on their advantage, demonstrating their depth and versatility. Alcorn State struggled to keep pace, with their scoring efforts not enough to challenge Minnesota's dominance.

Overall, this game served as a clear statement from Minnesota as they look to build on their early season success, while Alcorn State will need to regroup and address their ongoing challenges as they seek their first win of the season.

Leaders

PointsCade Tyson21Minnesota Golden Gophers
AssistsIsaac Asuma5Minnesota Golden Gophers
ReboundsJaylen Crocker-Johnson16Minnesota Golden Gophers
PointsWilliam Henderson9Alcorn State Braves
AssistsDavian Williams3Alcorn State Braves
ReboundsOmari Hamilton4Alcorn State Braves

Recent form

Minnesota Golden Gophers

Last 10: 4-6Streak W168.2 scored · 71.2 allowed per game1-5 at home

W87-60vs Gardner-Webb Runnin' BulldogsNov 4
L64-72vs Northwestern WildcatsMar 12
L67-75at Rutgers Scarlet KnightsMar 9
L67-74vs Wisconsin BadgersMar 6
W67-65at Nebraska CornhuskersMar 1
L63-75vs Northwestern WildcatsFeb 26
L60-69vs Penn State Nittany LionsFeb 22
W64-61at UCLA BruinsFeb 19
W69-66at USC TrojansFeb 15
L74-95vs Illinois Fighting IlliniFeb 8

Alcorn State Braves

Last 10: 4-6Streak L369 scored · 74 allowed per game3-5 away

L70-76at South Alabama JaguarsNov 7
L76-108at Florida State SeminolesNov 5
L60-69at Bethune-Cookman WildcatsMar 14
W65-63at Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden LionsMar 8
W72-64at Mississippi Valley State Delta DevilsMar 7
L59-75vs Texas Southern TigersMar 4
W71-55vs Prairie View A&M PanthersMar 1
L63-71at Jackson State TigersFeb 22
L76-85at Florida A&M RattlersFeb 18
W78-74at Bethune-Cookman WildcatsFeb 15

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
Michigan	37-3	-	19-1
Nebraska	28-7	4	15-5
Michigan State	27-8	4	15-5
Illinois	28-9	4	15-5
Wisconsin	24-11	5	14-6
Purdue	30-9	6	13-7
UCLA	24-12	6	13-7
Ohio State	21-13	7	12-8
Iowa	24-13	9	10-10
Indiana	18-14	10	9-11
Minnesota	15-18	11	8-12
USC	18-14	12	7-13
Washington	16-17	12	7-13
Rutgers	14-20	13	6-14
Northwestern	15-19	14	5-15
Oregon	12-20	14	5-15
Maryland	12-21	15	4-16
Penn State	12-20	16	3-17

Box score

Stat	Alcorn State Braves	Minnesota Golden Gophers
Field goals	19-56	29-60
Field goal %	34	48
Three-pointers	3-8	5-16
Three-point %	38	31
Free throws	9-15	32-37
Free throw %	60	86
Rebounds	24	50
Offensive rebounds	10	19
Defensive rebounds	14	31
Assists	10	20
Steals	5	10
Blocks	9	4
Turnovers	16	12
Team turnovers	0	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	9	27
Fast-break points	2	18
Points in the paint	24	48
Fouls	23	14
Largest lead	0	50

How the scoring went

2nd Half20-57Langston Reynolds made Layup. Assisted by Isaac Asuma.
2nd Half22-57Jameel Morris made Jumper.
2nd Half24-57Omari Hamilton made Layup.
2nd Half24-59Chansey Willis Jr. made Layup. Assisted by Robert Vaihola.
2nd Half26-59Jeremy Ellis made Dunk. Assisted by Shane Lancaster.
2nd Half26-61Langston Reynolds made Layup.
2nd Half27-61Shane Lancaster made Free Throw.
2nd Half28-61Shane Lancaster made Free Throw.
2nd Half28-63Robert Vaihola made Layup. Assisted by Bobby Durkin.
2nd Half28-66Bobby Durkin made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kai Shinholster.
2nd Half28-68Cade Tyson made Jumper.
2nd Half28-69Cade Tyson made Free Throw.
2nd Half28-71Cade Tyson made Layup.
2nd Half28-73Langston Reynolds made Dunk.
2nd Half30-73Tycen McDaniels made Layup. Assisted by Davian Williams.
2nd Half32-73Omari Hamilton made Layup. Assisted by Bryson Calamese.
2nd Half32-75Jaylen Crocker-Johnson made Layup. Assisted by Robert Vaihola.
2nd Half32-77Robert Vaihola made Layup. Assisted by Isaac Asuma.
2nd Half34-77Tycen McDaniels made Layup.
2nd Half34-78Kai Shinholster made Free Throw.
2nd Half34-79Kai Shinholster made Free Throw.
2nd Half34-81Langston Reynolds made Layup.
2nd Half34-82Jaylen Crocker-Johnson made Free Throw.
2nd Half34-83Jaylen Crocker-Johnson made Free Throw.
2nd Half36-83Shane Lancaster made Dunk.
2nd Half36-85Bobby Durkin made Layup. Assisted by Langston Reynolds.
2nd Half38-85Jameel Morris made Layup. Assisted by Bryson Calamese.
2nd Half39-85Jameel Morris made Free Throw.
2nd Half39-86Kai Shinholster made Free Throw.
2nd Half39-89Cade Tyson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Langston Reynolds.
2nd Half41-89William Henderson made Jumper. Assisted by Davian Williams.
2nd Half41-90Cade Tyson made Free Throw.
2nd Half41-91Cade Tyson made Free Throw.
2nd Half43-91William Henderson made Jumper. Assisted by Davian Williams.
2nd Half46-91William Henderson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jameel Morris.
2nd Half46-93Langston Reynolds made Layup.
2nd Half48-93Bryson Calamese made Layup.
2nd Half48-94Kai Shinholster made Free Throw.
2nd Half48-95Kai Shinholster made Free Throw.
2nd Half50-95William Henderson made Jumper. Assisted by Bryson Calamese.

Win probability

Above the line favours Minnesota Golden Gophers, below favours Alcorn State Braves.