Alabama A&M Tops Florida A&M in Close Contest
Saturday, January 31, 2026, 5:40 PM ET · Event Center
Alabama A&M Bulldogs 72, Florida A&M Rattlers 65, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
The next free pick, for your email
Team, bet, price and the hash it was sealed under, on this page the moment you send. Lose or win, it stays public.
or by email
Public record of the main pick, losses included: 115 won, 44 lost. See every pick
One free pick a day by email until you unsubscribe, in one click. 21+.
Quick answers
Who won Florida A&M Rattlers vs Alabama A&M Bulldogs?
Alabama A&M Bulldogs beat Florida A&M Rattlers 72-65 at Event Center on January 31, 2026.
Who was favored in Florida A&M Rattlers vs Alabama A&M Bulldogs?
Alabama A&M Bulldogs were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -175 (about 64% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Alabama A&M Bulldogs secured a 72-65 victory over the Florida A&M Rattlers at the Event Center. This game was significant as it marked the second meeting between these two teams this season, with Alabama A&M having previously lost to Florida A&M in their first encounter. The win improved Alabama A&M's record to 13-9, while Florida A&M fell to 8-12.
Alabama A&M entered the game with a home record of 12-9 and a recent form of 4-5-1 over their last ten games. Their scoring average during this stretch was 68.5 points per game, while they allowed an average of 67.0 points. In their last five games, they had a record of 2-2 with an average of 61.8 points scored and 62.6 points allowed. The Bulldogs were coming off a draw against Prairie View A&M and had previously recorded wins against Alabama State and Jackson State, showcasing their ability to compete in close games.
On the other hand, Florida A&M arrived with an away record of 8-11 and a recent form of 5-5 over their last ten games, but they were on a one-game losing streak. They averaged 68.0 points scored and allowed 71.6 points during this span. The Rattlers had a stronger last five games record of 4-1, averaging 71.0 points scored and 64.6 points allowed, indicating a recent uptick in performance despite their loss to Jackson State in their latest outing.
In terms of previous meetings, the teams had split their two contests in the current season. Florida A&M won the earlier match 95-79, while Alabama A&M claimed victory in this latest matchup. The head-to-head record now stands at 1-1 for the season.
Injuries did not appear to play a significant role in this game, as both teams fielded competitive lineups. However, the absence of key players can often impact the dynamics of such close contests.
The betting lines set by DraftKings indicated Alabama A&M as 3.5-point favorites, with a total of 138.5 points for the game. The odds reflected the competitive nature of the matchup, with Alabama A&M's moneyline at -175 and Florida A&M's at 145.
The game conditions were typical for a basketball matchup in late January, with both teams looking to capitalize on their home and away strengths. Alabama A&M's performance at home has generally been solid, while Florida A&M has struggled on the road.
As the game unfolded, Alabama A&M maintained a slight edge, particularly in the second half. Key moments included a series of free throws by Sami Pissis and Koron Davis, which helped the Bulldogs extend their lead. Gabe Kincy also contributed significantly with a crucial three-pointer that pushed the score to 68-61, providing a vital cushion for Alabama A&M as they closed out the game.
In conclusion, Alabama A&M's victory over Florida A&M highlighted their resilience and ability to perform under pressure, especially after their earlier loss to the Rattlers. The Bulldogs will look to build on this momentum as they continue their season, while Florida A&M will need to regroup and address their inconsistencies as they move forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | AAMU -3.5 | 138.5 o -108 / u -112 | Florida A&M Rattlers +145 · Alabama A&M Bulldogs -175 |
Leaders
- PointsKoron Davis22Alabama A&M Bulldogs
- AssistsSami Pissis3Alabama A&M Bulldogs
- ReboundsSami Pissis6Alabama A&M Bulldogs
- PointsTyler Shirley16Florida A&M Rattlers
- AssistsTyler Shirley3Florida A&M Rattlers
- ReboundsTyler Shirley9Florida A&M Rattlers
Recent form
Alabama A&M Bulldogs
Last 10: 4-5-1Streak D168.5 scored · 67 allowed per game2-2 at home
- D0-0at Prairie View A&M PanthersJan 27
- L74-89at Texas Southern TigersJan 24
- W73-69at Alabama State HornetsJan 19
- W100-91vs Jackson State TigersJan 13
- L62-64vs Alcorn State BravesJan 10
- W71-51at Mississippi Valley State Delta DevilsJan 6
- L83-95at Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden LionsJan 3
- W90-58vs Fisk BulldogsDec 30
- L66-73vs Chattanooga MocsDec 21
- L66-80at Ole Miss RebelsDec 18
Florida A&M Rattlers
Last 10: 5-5Streak L168 scored · 71.6 allowed per game2-4 away
- L65-66vs Jackson State TigersJan 27
- W66-58vs Alcorn State BravesJan 24
- W62-48at Mississippi Valley State Delta DevilsJan 20
- W71-67at Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden LionsJan 17
- W91-84vs Grambling TigersJan 13
- W67-59vs Southern JaguarsJan 11
- L83-87at Bethune-Cookman WildcatsJan 3
- L65-89at Georgia Tech Yellow JacketsDec 28
- L56-80at TCU Horned FrogsDec 21
- L54-78at Tarleton State TexansDec 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 | Florida A&M Rattlers | Alabama A&M Bulldogs |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 20-51 | 21-52 |
| Field goal % | 39 | 40 |
| Three-pointers | 7-16 | 9-22 |
| Three-point % | 44 | 41 |
| Free throws | 18-24 | 21-23 |
| Free throw % | 75 | 91 |
| Rebounds | 35 | 31 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 22 | 21 |
| Assists | 9 | 10 |
| Steals | 4 | 5 |
| Blocks | 1 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 13 | 15 |
| Fast-break points | 18 | 14 |
| Points in the paint | 24 | 20 |
| Fouls | 19 | 22 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 16 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 99 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half35-41Koron Davis makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half35-44Kintavious Dozier makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half35-47Koron Davis makes 24-foot three point jumper (Kintavious Dozier assists)
- 2nd Half37-47Kaleb Washington makes layup (Tyler Shirley assists)
- 2nd Half37-48Koron Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half37-49Koron Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half39-49Miles Ndalama makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half39-51Lou Hutchinson makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half39-53Koron Davis makes layup (James Flippin assists)
- 2nd Half41-53Kaleb Washington makes layup
- 2nd Half41-54Gabe Kincy makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half41-55Gabe Kincy makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half43-55Kaleb Washington makes 14-foot jumper
- 2nd Half43-56Sami Pissis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half46-56Jaquan Sanders makes 31-foot three point jumper (Kaleb Washington assists)
- 2nd Half46-57Koron Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-58Koron Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-58Tyler Shirley makes 14-foot jumper
- 2nd Half48-59Kintavious Dozier makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-61Gabe Kincy makes layup (Sami Pissis assists)
- 2nd Half49-61Jordan Chatman makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-61Jordan Chatman makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-63Kintavious Dozier makes layup (Sami Pissis assists)
- 2nd Half51-63Jordan Chatman makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-63Jordan Chatman makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-63Antonio Baker Jr. makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half55-63Antonio Baker Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-63Antonio Baker Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-63Antonio Baker Jr. makes 23-foot three point jumper (Tyler Shirley assists)
- 2nd Half59-64Kintavious Dozier makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-65Kintavious Dozier makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-65Tyler Shirley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-65Tyler Shirley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-68Gabe Kincy makes 24-foot three point jumper (Koron Davis assists)
- 2nd Half61-69Sami Pissis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-70Sami Pissis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-70Antonio Baker Jr. makes 2-foot dunk
- 2nd Half63-71Koron Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-72Koron Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-72Anthony Knowles makes layup
Win probability
Above the line favours Alabama A&M Bulldogs, below favours Florida A&M Rattlers.
Venue
- Event CenterHuntsville, AL
- Attendance4988
Elsewhere
- Carson Crawford, No. 46 in '27 class, commits to Arizona St.
- Tennessee's Ralph Scott to have knee surgery, out at least 6 months
- Men's NCAA basketball 2026-27 Way-Too-Early Top 25 rankings
- Transfers, recruits and roster moves for key men's NCAA basketball teams
- Michigan 5-star freshman Brandon McCoy Jr. (knee) to miss season
- With $6.5 million left on deal, UCLA fires AD Martin Jarmond
Picks for NCAAB
NCAAB rules and settlement
These two, other days
- Bulldogs Edge Rattlers in Close ContestFeb 19, 2026