Prairie View A&M Defeats Arkansas-Pine Bluff 73-61
Monday, January 12, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · William J. Nicks Building
Prairie View A&M Panthers 73, 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 Prairie View A&M Panthers?
Prairie View A&M Panthers beat Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions 73-61 at William J. Nicks Building on January 12, 2026.
Who was favored in Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions vs Prairie View A&M Panthers?
Prairie View A&M Panthers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -155 (about 61% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup at the William J. Nicks Building, the Prairie View A&M Panthers secured a 73-61 victory over the Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions. This game was significant as it showcased the Panthers' ability to perform well at home, improving their home record to 4-0 in their last four games. Prairie View A&M's recent form has been a mix of highs and lows, but they have shown resilience, winning five of their last ten games, with an average of 86.6 points scored and 82.2 points allowed. Their last two games resulted in victories, including a close win against Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils just days prior to this matchup.
On the other hand, Arkansas-Pine Bluff entered the game on a five-game winning streak, showcasing a strong performance with an average of 88.4 points scored and 82.9 points allowed over their last ten games. Their recent success included a solid win against Texas Southern Tigers, further boosting their confidence. However, their overall record of 6-11 reflects a challenging season, particularly when playing away, where they have won only two of six games.
The two teams had met previously in the 2025 season, splitting their two encounters. Prairie View A&M won the first meeting 75-64, while Arkansas-Pine Bluff took the second matchup 75-64. This history added an extra layer of intrigue to their latest clash.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but it is always a factor that can influence team performance. The market reflected a competitive matchup, with DraftKings setting the spread at PV -3.5, indicating a close contest anticipated by oddsmakers. The total for the game was set at 164.5, suggesting expectations for a high-scoring affair.
Conditions for the game were favorable, with both teams ready to compete in front of their fans. Prairie View A&M's home advantage was evident, and they capitalized on it effectively. As the game progressed, Prairie View A&M maintained control, with key plays in the second half sealing their victory. Notably, Dontae Horne contributed significantly, making crucial free throws down the stretch, while Quion Williams and Alex Mirhosseini also made important plays that helped the Panthers secure the win.
Overall, the match highlighted Prairie View A&M's ability to perform under pressure at home, while Arkansas-Pine Bluff will need to build on their recent successes to improve their overall record. The final score of 73-61 reflects the Panthers' strong showing and sets the stage for their upcoming challenges.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | PV -3.5 | 164.5 o -110 / u -110 | Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions +130 · Prairie View A&M Panthers -155 |
Leaders
- PointsCory Wells21Prairie View A&M Panthers
- AssistsLance Williams7Prairie View A&M Panthers
- ReboundsCory Wells10Prairie View A&M Panthers
- PointsAlex Mirhosseini17Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions
- AssistsQuion Williams2Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions
- ReboundsQuion Williams9Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions
Recent form
Prairie View A&M Panthers
Last 10: 5-5Streak W286.6 scored · 82.2 allowed per game3-0 at home
- W70-69vs Mississippi Valley State Delta DevilsJan 10
- W89-85at Southern JaguarsJan 6
- L72-76at Grambling TigersJan 3
- L82-111at Texas A&M AggiesDec 30
- L90-104at LSU TigersDec 23
- W100-64vs Paul Quinn TigersDec 20
- L85-97at South Dakota CoyotesDec 13
- W124-62vs Champion Christian TigersDec 6
- L69-72at North Texas Mean GreenNov 30
- W85-82at North Florida OspreysNov 23
Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions
Last 10: 6-4Streak W588.4 scored · 82.9 allowed per game2-4 away
- W74-66at Texas Southern TigersJan 10
- W90-79vs Alabama State HornetsJan 5
- W95-83vs Alabama A&M BulldogsJan 3
- W138-73vs Champion Christian TigersDec 17
- W114-64vs Ecclesia RoyalsDec 16
- L84-117at Tulsa Golden HurricaneDec 11
- L72-76at DePaul Blue DemonsDec 7
- W63-62at UIC FlamesDec 3
- L84-111at Miami (OH) RedHawksNov 23
- L70-98at Marshall Thundering HerdNov 20
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 | Prairie View A&M Panthers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 20-60 | 24-56 |
| Field goal % | 33 | 43 |
| Three-pointers | 7-26 | 6-15 |
| Three-point % | 27 | 40 |
| Free throws | 14-23 | 19-31 |
| Free throw % | 61 | 61 |
| Rebounds | 37 | 42 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 11 |
| Defensive rebounds | 24 | 31 |
| Assists | 7 | 15 |
| Steals | 1 | 7 |
| Blocks | 5 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 7 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 5 | 19 |
| Fast-break points | 1 | 10 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 30 |
| Fouls | 24 | 18 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 18 |
| Lead changes | 11 | 11 |
| Time in front | 10 | 85 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half37-36Ramel Lloyd Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half37-38Joey Madimba makes 8-foot jumper
- 2nd Half40-38Ramel Lloyd Jr. makes 28-foot three point jumper (Quion Williams assists)
- 2nd Half40-39Keeshawn Mason makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half40-42Cory Wells makes 24-foot three point jumper (Lance Williams assists)
- 2nd Half40-44Cory Wells makes 3-foot dunk (Joey Madimba assists)
- 2nd Half41-44Ramel Lloyd Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half41-47Cory Wells makes 25-foot three point jumper (Joey Madimba assists)
- 2nd Half41-49Joey Madimba makes 12-foot jumper
- 2nd Half41-50Lance Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half41-51Lance Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half43-51Ahmad Johnson makes layup
- 2nd Half43-53Lance Williams makes 9-foot jumper
- 2nd Half45-53Quion Williams makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half46-53Milhan Charles makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half46-55Corey Dunning makes layup (Cory Wells assists)
- 2nd Half46-57Lance Williams makes 16-foot jumper (Cory Wells assists)
- 2nd Half46-58Lance Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-59Lance Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half47-59Ramel Lloyd Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half47-61Lance Williams makes 17-foot jumper (Cory Wells assists)
- 2nd Half47-62Cory Wells makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half47-63Cory Wells makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half49-63Quion Williams makes layup
- 2nd Half49-65Cory Wells makes layup (Lance Williams assists)
- 2nd Half49-66Lance Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half49-67Lance Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-67Jaquan Scott makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half51-68Dontae Horne makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-69Dontae Horne makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-69Alex Mirhosseini makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half55-69Quion Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-69Quion Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-70Keeshawn Mason makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-70Alex Mirhosseini makes layup
- 2nd Half59-70Alex Mirhosseini makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half59-71Dontae Horne makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-72Dontae Horne makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-73Dontae Horne makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-73Quion Williams makes 0-foot tip in layup
Win probability
Above the line favours Prairie View A&M Panthers, below favours Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions.
Venue
- William J. Nicks BuildingPrairie View, TX
- Attendance225
- OfficialsBobby Bissant, Marques Pettigrew, Bharat Ramnanan
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