Alabama State Hornets Dominate Arkansas-Pine Bluff 79-61
Saturday, February 14, 2026, 4:30 PM ET · Dunn-Oliver Acadome
Alabama State Hornets 79, Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions 61, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions vs Alabama State Hornets?
Alabama State Hornets beat Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions 79-61 at Dunn-Oliver Acadome on February 14, 2026.
Who was favored in Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions vs Alabama State Hornets?
Alabama State Hornets were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -175 (about 64% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Alabama State Hornets triumphed over the Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions with a final score of 79-61. This victory is significant for the Hornets, who have been struggling recently, and it marks a crucial win in their season. The game took place at the Dunn-Oliver Acadome, where the Hornets showcased their ability to bounce back after two consecutive losses.
Alabama State entered this game with a home record of 8-17 and had been on a rough patch, with a record of 3-7 in their last ten games, including a two-game losing streak. Their average scoring during this stretch was 70.0 points per game, while they allowed an average of 74.1 points. In their last five games, they averaged just 62.4 points while conceding 71.4, highlighting their defensive struggles.
In contrast, Arkansas-Pine Bluff came into the game with a better overall record of 11-14 and had been performing well, winning five straight games prior to this matchup. Their recent form showed a record of 7-3 over the last ten games, with an average of 76.2 points scored and 72.4 points allowed. The Golden Lions had a strong away record of 4-1 in their last five away games, indicating their competitive nature on the road.
Historically, this fixture has been competitive, with the Hornets holding a 2-1 advantage in their last three meetings against the Golden Lions. The most recent encounter before this game was on January 5, 2026, where Alabama State lost 79-90 at Arkansas-Pine Bluff. However, they had previously won their last two meetings, including a close 93-91 victory at home in January 2025.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any players missing from either team, suggesting that both squads were at full strength for this crucial matchup. The betting lines from DraftKings indicated that Alabama State was favored by 3.5 points, with a total set at 149.5. The moneyline favored the Hornets at -175, while the Golden Lions were at +145.
The game conditions were conducive for basketball, with the venue being the Dunn-Oliver Acadome, which typically provides a strong home-court advantage. The Hornets capitalized on this environment, demonstrating a solid offensive performance throughout the game.
Key moments in the game included several scoring plays in the second half, where Alabama State maintained control. Notable plays included Jerquarius Stanback's impressive dunks and Ahmad Johnson's contributions from beyond the arc, which helped to extend the Hornets' lead. The final period saw the Hornets pulling away decisively, with a series of free throws and effective plays that kept the Golden Lions at bay.
As the game concluded, Alabama State's victory not only improved their morale but also showcased their potential as they look to build on this performance in the remaining fixtures of the season. With this win, they demonstrated their capability to compete effectively, particularly at home, against a team that had been on a hot streak. This game serves as a reminder of the unpredictability of college basketball, where momentum can shift rapidly, and teams can surprise their opponents.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | ALST -3.5 | 149.5 o -115 / u -105 | Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions +145 · Alabama State Hornets -175 |
Leaders
- PointsJerquarius Stanback19Alabama State Hornets
- AssistsMicah Simpson7Alabama State Hornets
- ReboundsJaSteven Walker8Alabama State Hornets
- PointsQuion Williams23Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions
- AssistsAlex Mirhosseini4Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions
- ReboundsQuion Williams9Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions
Recent form
Alabama State Hornets
Last 10: 3-7Streak L270 scored · 74.1 allowed per game2-3 at home
- L68-69at Southern JaguarsFeb 10
- L47-57at Grambling TigersFeb 7
- W79-66vs Florida A&M RattlersFeb 3
- L54-69vs Bethune-Cookman WildcatsJan 31
- L64-96at Texas Southern TigersJan 27
- W95-80at Prairie View A&M PanthersJan 24
- L69-73vs Alabama A&M BulldogsJan 19
- W81-66vs Alcorn State BravesJan 13
- L64-75vs Jackson State TigersJan 10
- L79-90at Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden LionsJan 5
Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions
Last 10: 7-3Streak W576.2 scored · 72.4 allowed per game4-1 away
- W84-63vs Jackson State TigersFeb 9
- W84-77vs Alcorn State BravesFeb 7
- W67-64at Grambling TigersFeb 5
- W78-70at Mississippi Valley State Delta DevilsJan 31
- W75-74at Southern JaguarsJan 24
- L82-87vs Bethune-Cookman WildcatsJan 19
- L67-71vs Florida A&M RattlersJan 17
- L61-73at Prairie View A&M PanthersJan 13
- W74-66at Texas Southern TigersJan 10
- W90-79vs Alabama State HornetsJan 5
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 | Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions | Alabama State Hornets |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 18-46 | 28-67 |
| Field goal % | 39 | 42 |
| Three-pointers | 7-21 | 5-23 |
| Three-point % | 33 | 22 |
| Free throws | 18-25 | 18-21 |
| Free throw % | 72 | 86 |
| Rebounds | 30 | 39 |
| Offensive rebounds | 7 | 16 |
| Defensive rebounds | 23 | 23 |
| Assists | 10 | 15 |
| Steals | 6 | 12 |
| Blocks | 4 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 22 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 2 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 2 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 6 | 30 |
| Fast-break points | 2 | 10 |
| Points in the paint | 18 | 36 |
| Fouls | 19 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 4 | 21 |
| Lead changes | 4 | 4 |
| Time in front | 9 | 84 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half35-43JaSteven Walker makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half38-43Trevon Payton makes 22-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half38-45Cameron Palesse makes 14-foot jumper
- 2nd Half39-45Jaquan Scott makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half40-45Jaquan Scott makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half40-47Jerquarius Stanback makes 16-foot jumper
- 2nd Half42-47Jaquan Scott makes 17-foot jumper
- 2nd Half43-47Jaquan Scott makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half44-47Jaquan Scott makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half44-49Damarien Yates makes layup (Asjon Anderson assists)
- 2nd Half44-51Asjon Anderson makes layup
- 2nd Half45-51Quion Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half45-53Damarien Yates makes layup (Asjon Anderson assists)
- 2nd Half46-53Jaquan Scott makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half47-53Jaquan Scott makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half47-55Micah Simpson makes layup
- 2nd Half47-56Micah Simpson makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half47-58Jerquarius Stanback makes layup (Micah Simpson assists)
- 2nd Half47-59Tyler Byrd makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half47-60Tyler Byrd makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half49-60Anthony Sellars makes 3-foot dunk
- 2nd Half49-63Jerquarius Stanback makes 23-foot three point jumper (Micah Simpson assists)
- 2nd Half49-64Jerquarius Stanback makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-64Quion Williams makes 7-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half53-64Milhan Charles makes layup (Trevon Payton assists)
- 2nd Half54-64Quion Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-66Tyler Mack makes layup (Micah Simpson assists)
- 2nd Half54-67Micah Simpson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-68Micah Simpson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-70Mario Andrews makes 4-foot dunk (Tyler Mack assists)
- 2nd Half54-73Micah Simpson makes 26-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half55-73Quion Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-73Quion Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-74Damarien Yates makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-75Damarien Yates makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-77Jerquarius Stanback makes 3-foot dunk (Micah Simpson assists)
- 2nd Half59-77Ahmad Johnson makes 26-foot three point jumper (Quion Williams assists)
- 2nd Half60-77Ahmad Johnson makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half61-77Ahmad Johnson makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half61-79Jerquarius Stanback makes 3-foot dunk (Micah Simpson assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Alabama State Hornets, below favours Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions.
Venue
- Dunn-Oliver AcadomeMontgomery, AL
- Attendance1433
- OfficialsKevin Chambliss, Michael Kolen, Donta Carter
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