Florida A&M Rattlers Defeat Alcorn State Braves 86-78
Monday, February 16, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · Davey L. Whitney Complex
Florida A&M Rattlers 86, Alcorn State Braves 78, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Florida A&M Rattlers vs Alcorn State Braves?
Florida A&M Rattlers beat Alcorn State Braves 86-78 at Davey L. Whitney Complex on February 16, 2026.
Who was favored in Florida A&M Rattlers vs Alcorn State Braves?
Florida A&M Rattlers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -130 (about 57% implied). The favorite won.
In a competitive matchup at the Davey L. Whitney Complex, the Florida A&M Rattlers secured an 86-78 victory over the Alcorn State Braves. This win marks a continuation of Florida A&M's recent success against Alcorn State, extending their head-to-head record to 3-0 in the current season and adding to their previous victories in the 2025 season.
The Rattlers came into this game with a record of 10-14, while the Braves stood at 6-19. Florida A&M had been inconsistent recently, holding a 5-5 record over their last ten games, but they entered this contest on a one-game losing streak. In contrast, Alcorn State had gained some momentum, winning four of their last ten games and riding a two-game winning streak into this matchup. The Braves averaged 68.0 points scored and allowed 72.8 points during this stretch, while the Rattlers averaged 70.3 points scored and allowed 71.2 points.
At home, Alcorn State had a record of 3-2 in their last five games, while Florida A&M had struggled on the road with a 2-3 record in their last five away games. The Rattlers had previously defeated the Braves 66-58 in their last meeting on January 24, 2026, showcasing their ability to perform well against them.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but both teams were looking to field their best players for this crucial game. The market had Florida A&M favored by 2.5 points according to DraftKings, with a total set at 137.5 for the game. The odds indicated a competitive matchup, reflecting the close nature of the teams' performances.
The game conditions were typical for indoor basketball, with no weather-related factors influencing play. Fans were treated to a high-energy contest, and the Rattlers capitalized on their scoring opportunities, particularly in the second half. Key moments included a layup by Bryson Calamese, which pushed Florida A&M's lead to 81-74, and crucial free throws from Antonio Baker Jr., who contributed significantly to the Rattlers' scoring in the closing moments of the game.
The final score reflected the Rattlers' ability to maintain their composure and execute under pressure, ultimately leading to their victory over the Braves. This game not only showcased the competitive spirit of both teams but also highlighted Florida A&M's dominance in their recent encounters with Alcorn State.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | FAMU -2.5 | 137.5 o -110 / u -110 | Florida A&M Rattlers -130 · Alcorn State Braves +110 |
Leaders
- PointsJameel Morris15Alcorn State Braves
- AssistsJameel Morris7Alcorn State Braves
- ReboundsNick Woodard7Alcorn State Braves
- PointsJaquan Sanders17Florida A&M Rattlers
- AssistsJaquan Sanders8Florida A&M Rattlers
- ReboundsJordan Chatman7Florida A&M Rattlers
Recent form
Alcorn State Braves
Last 10: 4-6Streak W268 scored · 72.8 allowed per game3-2 at home
- W57-55vs Bethune-Cookman WildcatsFeb 14
- W74-66at Mississippi Valley State Delta DevilsFeb 10
- L77-84at Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden LionsFeb 7
- L50-74vs Grambling TigersFeb 3
- W78-73vs Southern JaguarsJan 31
- L73-82at Bethune-Cookman WildcatsJan 27
- L58-66at Florida A&M RattlersJan 24
- W76-75vs Prairie View A&M PanthersJan 19
- L71-72vs Texas Southern TigersJan 17
- L66-81at Alabama State HornetsJan 13
Florida A&M Rattlers
Last 10: 5-5Streak L170.3 scored · 71.2 allowed per game2-3 away
- L60-80at Jackson State TigersFeb 14
- W100-96vs Prairie View A&M PanthersFeb 10
- L57-62vs Texas Southern TigersFeb 7
- L66-79at Alabama State HornetsFeb 3
- L65-72at Alabama A&M BulldogsJan 31
- 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
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 | Alcorn State Braves |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 28-59 | 27-57 |
| Field goal % | 47 | 47 |
| Three-pointers | 9-21 | 4-13 |
| Three-point % | 43 | 31 |
| Free throws | 21-30 | 20-23 |
| Free throw % | 70 | 87 |
| Rebounds | 34 | 29 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 22 | 21 |
| Assists | 23 | 16 |
| Steals | 8 | 7 |
| Blocks | 6 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Points off turnovers | 17 | 11 |
| Fast-break points | 21 | 17 |
| Points in the paint | 36 | 38 |
| Fouls | 15 | 23 |
| Largest lead | 26 | 0 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 94 | 0 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half62-39Kaleb Washington makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-39Kaleb Washington makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-40Bryson Calamese makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-41Bryson Calamese makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-41Kaleb Washington makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half67-41Kaleb Washington makes 13-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half67-43Davian Williams makes 10-foot jumper (Shane Lancaster assists)
- 2nd Half67-45Shane Lancaster makes layup (Jameel Morris assists)
- 2nd Half67-47Shane Lancaster makes driving layup
- 2nd Half67-49Nick Woodard makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half67-50Nick Woodard makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-52Jameel Morris makes layup (Nick Woodard assists)
- 2nd Half69-52Tyler Shirley makes layup (Jaquan Sanders assists)
- 2nd Half70-52Jaquan Sanders makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-52Jaquan Sanders makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-54Tycen McDaniels makes 2-foot dunk (Shane Lancaster assists)
- 2nd Half72-54Micah Octave makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-56Jameel Morris makes layup
- 2nd Half72-59Shane Lancaster makes 23-foot three point jumper (Nick Woodard assists)
- 2nd Half72-61Jameel Morris makes layup (Nick Woodard assists)
- 2nd Half73-61Antonio Baker Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-61Antonio Baker Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-61Kaleb Washington makes 2-foot dunk (Micah Octave assists)
- 2nd Half76-64Nick Woodard makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jameel Morris assists)
- 2nd Half78-64Micah Octave makes 9-foot pullup jump shot (Jaquan Sanders assists)
- 2nd Half78-66Jameel Morris makes driving layup
- 2nd Half78-67Jameel Morris makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half78-69Jameel Morris makes layup (Davian Williams assists)
- 2nd Half79-69Kaleb Washington makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half80-69Kaleb Washington makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half80-72Shane Lancaster makes 29-foot three point jumper (Jameel Morris assists)
- 2nd Half81-72Antonio Baker Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half81-74Bryson Calamese makes layup (Davian Williams assists)
- 2nd Half82-74Antonio Baker Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half83-74Antonio Baker Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half83-76Jameel Morris makes layup
- 2nd Half84-76Antonio Baker Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half85-76Antonio Baker Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half85-78Bryson Calamese makes 20-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half86-78Micah Octave makes free throw 1 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Alcorn State Braves, below favours Florida A&M Rattlers.
Venue
- Davey L. Whitney ComplexLorman, MS
- Attendance508
- OfficialsCrystal Hogan, Luke Chittum, Jeremy Campbell
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