Arkansas-Pine Bluff Edges Southern in Thrilling Finish
Saturday, January 24, 2026, 6:00 PM ET · F.G. Clark Activity Center
Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions 75, Southern Jaguars 74, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions vs Southern Jaguars?
Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions beat Southern Jaguars 75-74 at F.G. Clark Activity Center on January 24, 2026.
Who was favored in Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions vs Southern Jaguars?
Southern Jaguars were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -440 (about 81% implied). The underdog won.
In a closely contested matchup, the Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions narrowly defeated the Southern Jaguars with a final score of 75-74 at the F.G. Clark Activity Center. This game was significant not only for the close score but also for the implications it had on both teams' standings and morale as they navigate the season.
The Southern Jaguars entered the game with a home record of 7-12, while the Golden Lions had a slightly worse away record of 7-13. In their last ten games, Southern had a record of 3-7, currently on a two-game winning streak, averaging 71.7 points scored and allowing 81.2 points per game. Conversely, Arkansas-Pine Bluff's recent form showed a 5-5 record over the same span, but they were struggling with a three-game losing streak, averaging 87.7 points scored and allowing 78.9 points per game. This contrast in scoring averages highlighted the potential for an offensive showdown, which ultimately unfolded throughout the game.
At home, Southern had a record of 1-1 in their last two games, while Arkansas-Pine Bluff's away record was 1-3, indicating that both teams had struggled to find consistent success in their respective environments. The previous meeting between these two teams took place on January 25, 2025, where Southern emerged victorious with a score of 83-67, giving them a 1-0 record in their all-time meetings.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but the performance of each team’s key players would have been crucial in determining the outcome of this tightly contested game. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Southern favored by 9.5 points, with a total set at 154.5. The odds reflected a strong belief in Southern's ability to perform at home, despite their overall struggles this season.
The conditions on the day of the game did not appear to be a significant factor, as no adverse weather or venue issues were mentioned in the block. Instead, the focus remained on the players and their performance on the court. As the game progressed, viewers were treated to a display of competitive basketball, with both teams exchanging leads multiple times.
Key moments in the second half included a series of scoring plays that kept fans on the edge of their seats. Quion Williams made a crucial 7-foot jumper that put Arkansas-Pine Bluff ahead 71-69, followed by Michael Jacobs making a free throw to extend the lead. Southern fought back, with Jacobs scoring a 13-foot jumper to narrow the gap, but Arkansas-Pine Bluff maintained their composure, with Milhan Charles contributing critical free throws. The final moments saw Ashton Magee's free throws seal the game, giving Arkansas-Pine Bluff the narrow victory.
As the final buzzer sounded, Southern's hopes for a comeback fell short, and the Golden Lions celebrated a hard-fought win. This result not only impacted the standings but also served as a testament to the resilience of Arkansas-Pine Bluff, who managed to bounce back from their recent struggles. The game highlighted the unpredictable nature of college basketball, where every point counts and fortunes can shift rapidly.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SOU -9.5 | 154.5 o -108 / u -112 | Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions +340 · Southern Jaguars -440 |
Leaders
- PointsFazl Oshodi17Southern Jaguars
- AssistsMichael Jacobs11Southern Jaguars
- ReboundsMalek Abdelgowad12Southern Jaguars
- PointsQuion Williams23Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions
- AssistsQuion Williams4Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions
- ReboundsQuion Williams7Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions
Recent form
Southern Jaguars
Last 10: 3-7Streak W271.7 scored · 81.2 allowed per game1-1 at home
- W71-53at Grambling TigersJan 17
- W77-73at Bethune-Cookman WildcatsJan 13
- L59-67at Florida A&M RattlersJan 11
- L85-89vs Prairie View A&M PanthersJan 6
- W84-73vs Texas Southern TigersJan 3
- L55-90at Illinois Fighting IlliniDec 29
- L67-111at Baylor BearsDec 21
- L67-75at California Baptist LancersDec 17
- L83-86at Texas State BobcatsDec 11
- L69-95at Texas LonghornsDec 9
Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions
Last 10: 5-5Streak L387.7 scored · 78.9 allowed per game1-3 away
- 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
- 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
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 | Southern Jaguars |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 23-51 | 24-58 |
| Field goal % | 45 | 41 |
| Three-pointers | 9-24 | 6-27 |
| Three-point % | 38 | 22 |
| Free throws | 20-28 | 20-26 |
| Free throw % | 71 | 77 |
| Rebounds | 27 | 41 |
| Offensive rebounds | 6 | 15 |
| Defensive rebounds | 21 | 26 |
| Assists | 9 | 17 |
| Steals | 7 | 10 |
| Blocks | 2 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 3 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 18 | 16 |
| Fast-break points | 3 | 9 |
| Points in the paint | 24 | 32 |
| Fouls | 19 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 5 | 10 |
| Lead changes | 10 | 10 |
| Time in front | 21 | 72 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half44-43Quion Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half45-43Quion Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half45-45Michael Jacobs makes 9-foot jumper
- 2nd Half45-46Michael Jacobs makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half45-47AJ Barnes makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half45-48AJ Barnes makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half47-48Trevon Payton makes layup
- 2nd Half47-50Malek Abdelgowad makes layup (Michael Jacobs assists)
- 2nd Half49-50Ahmad Johnson makes layup
- 2nd Half49-53Fazl Oshodi makes 26-foot three point jumper (Malek Abdelgowad assists)
- 2nd Half50-53Jaquan Scott makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-55DaMariee Jones makes layup (Michael Jacobs assists)
- 2nd Half51-55Jaquan Scott makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-55Jaquan Scott makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-58Fazl Oshodi makes 27-foot three point jumper (Michael Jacobs assists)
- 2nd Half53-58Trevon Payton makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-58Trevon Payton makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-60Ashton Magee makes layup (Michael Jacobs assists)
- 2nd Half54-61Ashton Magee makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half55-61Quion Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-63AJ Barnes makes layup
- 2nd Half58-63Trevon Payton makes 26-foot three point jumper (Quion Williams assists)
- 2nd Half61-63Trevon Payton makes 26-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half63-63Quion Williams makes layup
- 2nd Half63-65Michael Jacobs makes 13-foot jumper
- 2nd Half63-66Fazl Oshodi makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-67Fazl Oshodi makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-67Quion Williams makes layup
- 2nd Half66-67Quion Williams makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half68-67Quion Williams makes 14-foot jumper
- 2nd Half69-67Quion Williams makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half69-69AJ Barnes makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half71-69Quion Williams makes 7-foot jumper
- 2nd Half71-70Michael Jacobs makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-70Milhan Charles makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half73-70Milhan Charles makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-72Michael Jacobs makes 13-foot jumper
- 2nd Half75-72Quion Williams makes 14-foot jumper
- 2nd Half75-73Ashton Magee makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-74Ashton Magee makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Southern Jaguars, below favours Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions.
Venue
- F.G. Clark Activity CenterBaton Rouge, LA
- Attendance3652
- OfficialsEarnie Pheal, Kael Saloy, Mikalen Roussell
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