South Alabama Tops Alcorn State in Close Contest
Thursday, November 6, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · Mitchell Center
South Alabama Jaguars 76, Alcorn State Braves 70, 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 South Alabama Jaguars?
South Alabama Jaguars beat Alcorn State Braves 76-70 at Mitchell Center on November 6, 2025.
In a tightly contested matchup, the South Alabama Jaguars secured a 76-70 victory over the Alcorn State Braves at the Mitchell Center. This win improves South Alabama's record to 3-0 for the season, while Alcorn State falls to 0-3. The game showcased the competitive spirit of both teams, with South Alabama continuing its strong start and Alcorn State seeking its first win of the season.
South Alabama entered the game with a recent form of 7-3 over their last ten games, currently riding a one-game winning streak. They averaged 76.4 points per game while allowing 70.7 points. Their last outing resulted in a narrow victory against the Toledo Rockets, where they won 76-74. At home, the Jaguars have performed well, holding a record of 3-1. Their scoring average at home is slightly higher, contributing to their overall strong performance.
Conversely, Alcorn State has struggled early in the season, with a record of 0-3. Their recent form shows a 5-5 record over the last ten games, but they are currently on a two-game losing streak. The Braves have averaged 70.6 points per game while allowing 70.3 points. Their most recent game ended in a heavy loss to the Florida State Seminoles, where they were defeated 76-108. Alcorn State has a home record of 2-1 and an away record of 0-2, indicating challenges in securing wins on the road.
In terms of head-to-head matchups, South Alabama has a 1-0 record against Alcorn State this season, having previously defeated them 74-65 in a game played on November 29, 2024. This history may have provided South Alabama with additional confidence heading into this matchup.
Injury concerns were not highlighted in the provided facts, suggesting that both teams may have fielded their full rosters for this game. The absence of significant injuries can often play a crucial role in a team's performance, especially in a close contest like this one.
The betting market reflected South Alabama's strong position, with odds indicating a high probability of victory for the Jaguars. The specific odds were not provided, but the market sentiment aligns with South Alabama's recent form and home advantage.
The game conditions were not detailed, but typical factors such as crowd support at the Mitchell Center and the atmosphere of a home game likely contributed to South Alabama's performance. Fans witnessed a thrilling second half, where the lead changed hands multiple times, keeping the excitement high until the final buzzer.
As the game progressed, key moments included a series of free throws by Adam Olsen, which helped South Alabama maintain their lead in the closing minutes. The final scoring plays highlighted the Jaguars' ability to execute under pressure, with Olsen making crucial contributions to secure the win.
Overall, this matchup not only showcased the talent of both teams but also set the stage for South Alabama's promising season. With their current form and home court advantage, they will look to build on this momentum in their upcoming games, while Alcorn State will aim to regroup and find their footing as the season continues.
Leaders
- PointsPeyton Law29South Alabama Jaguars
- AssistsChaze Harris7South Alabama Jaguars
- ReboundsPeyton Law9South Alabama Jaguars
- PointsShane Lancaster25Alcorn State Braves
- AssistsNick Woodard3Alcorn State Braves
- ReboundsNick Woodard7Alcorn State Braves
Recent form
South Alabama Jaguars
Last 10: 7-3Streak W176.4 scored · 70.7 allowed per game3-1 at home
- W76-74at Toledo RocketsNov 4
- L71-74vs Arkansas State Red WolvesMar 9
- W65-42vs Louisiana Ragin' CajunsMar 1
- W88-82at Southern Miss Golden EaglesFeb 27
- L92-93at Texas State BobcatsFeb 22
- W60-56at Arkansas State Red WolvesFeb 20
- W70-65vs Texas State BobcatsFeb 15
- W91-82vs Marshall Thundering HerdFeb 14
- L67-80at Akron ZipsFeb 8
- W84-59at Coastal Carolina ChanticleersFeb 6
Alcorn State Braves
Last 10: 5-5Streak L270.6 scored · 70.3 allowed per game3-4 away
- 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
- W86-39vs Mississippi Valley State Delta DevilsFeb 11
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 |
| Troy | 22-12 | - | 12-6 |
| South Alabama | 21-12 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Arkansas State | 20-12 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Texas State | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Marshall | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Coastal Carolina | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| App State | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| James Madison | 18-15 | 3 | 9-9 |
| Southern Miss | 19-16 | 3 | 9-9 |
| Georgia Southern | 21-16 | 4 | 8-10 |
| Old Dominion | 12-21 | 5 | 7-11 |
| Louisiana | 11-22 | 5 | 7-11 |
| Georgia State | 10-22 | 5 | 7-11 |
| UL Monroe | 4-28 | 11 | 1-17 |
Box score
| Stat | Alcorn State Braves | South Alabama Jaguars |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-55 | 28-53 |
| Field goal % | 44 | 53 |
| Three-pointers | 13-36 | 4-12 |
| Three-point % | 36 | 33 |
| Free throws | 9-11 | 16-27 |
| Free throw % | 82 | 59 |
| Rebounds | 27 | 31 |
| Offensive rebounds | 7 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 20 | 23 |
| Assists | 14 | 12 |
| Steals | 11 | 7 |
| Blocks | 2 | 0 |
| Turnovers | 18 | 15 |
| Team turnovers | 4 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 17 | 20 |
| Fast-break points | 8 | 13 |
| Points in the paint | 22 | 48 |
| Fouls | 25 | 10 |
| Largest lead | 14 | 6 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half40-33Shane Lancaster made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jameel Morris.
- 1st Half40-34Jayden Cooper made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half40-36Peyton Law made Dunk. Assisted by Chaze Harris.
- 2nd Half40-38Jayden Cooper made Dunk.
- 2nd Half43-38Davian Williams made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Travis Roberts.
- 2nd Half43-41Jayden Cooper made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Randy Brady.
- 2nd Half45-41Nick Woodard made Layup.
- 2nd Half46-41Nick Woodard made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half46-43Peyton Law made Layup. Assisted by Randy Brady.
- 2nd Half49-43Jameel Morris made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Nick Woodard.
- 2nd Half49-44Randy Brady made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-44Shane Lancaster made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jameel Morris.
- 2nd Half52-45Hantz Louis-Jeune made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-46Hantz Louis-Jeune made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-46Tycen McDaniels made Layup.
- 2nd Half54-48Peyton Law made Layup.
- 2nd Half54-51Hantz Louis-Jeune made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Chaze Harris.
- 2nd Half54-52Chaze Harris made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-54Chaze Harris made Layup.
- 2nd Half54-56Chaze Harris made Layup.
- 2nd Half54-57Chaze Harris made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-57Nick Woodard made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tycen McDaniels.
- 2nd Half57-58Chaze Harris made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-60Jayden Cooper made Layup.
- 2nd Half60-60Shane Lancaster made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Davian Williams.
- 2nd Half60-63Jayden Cooper made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half63-63Nick Woodard made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Shane Lancaster.
- 2nd Half66-63Nick Woodard made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half66-65Peyton Law made Dunk. Assisted by Chaze Harris.
- 2nd Half66-67Peyton Law made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half67-67Nick Woodard made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-67Nick Woodard made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-69Jayden Cooper made Layup. Assisted by Chaze Harris.
- 2nd Half70-69Tycen McDaniels made Layup.
- 2nd Half70-71Peyton Law made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half70-72Peyton Law made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half70-73Adam Olsen made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half70-74Adam Olsen made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half70-75Adam Olsen made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half70-76Adam Olsen made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours South Alabama Jaguars, below favours Alcorn State Braves.
Venue
- Mitchell CenterMobile, AL
- Attendance1654
- OfficialsPatrick Evans, Mike Nance, R.B. Clyburn
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