South Alabama Edges Georgia State in Close Contest
Saturday, January 31, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · Mitchell Center
South Alabama Jaguars 69, Georgia State Panthers 67, 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 Georgia State Panthers vs South Alabama Jaguars?
South Alabama Jaguars beat Georgia State Panthers 69-67 at Mitchell Center on January 31, 2026.
Who was favored in Georgia State Panthers vs South Alabama Jaguars?
South Alabama Jaguars were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -238 (about 70% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the South Alabama Jaguars narrowly defeated the Georgia State Panthers with a final score of 69-67. The game took place at the Mitchell Center and showcased the competitive spirit of both teams, making it a noteworthy fixture in the NCAAB calendar. South Alabama improved its overall record to 17-6, while Georgia State fell to 9-15 after the loss.
South Alabama entered the game with a solid home record of 16-6 and had been performing well recently, boasting a 7-3 record over their last ten games. They were on a two-game winning streak, with their most recent victory against Coastal Carolina, where they won 53-48. The Jaguars averaged 73.5 points scored and allowed 67.6 points over their last ten games, indicating a balanced offensive and defensive approach.
On the other hand, Georgia State had a record of 9-14 and was struggling with a recent form of 7-3 in their last ten games, but they were on a one-game losing streak following their defeat to Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns, where they lost 72-82. The Panthers averaged 78.0 points scored and allowed 69.7 points during this stretch, showcasing their offensive capabilities despite their overall record.
In terms of home and away performance, South Alabama had a home record of 4-1 in their last five games, while Georgia State also had a respectable away record of 3-2 in their recent outings. The previous meeting between these two teams occurred on January 3, 2025, where South Alabama emerged victorious with a dominant 77-51 win over Georgia State.
Injury reports indicated that both teams were relatively healthy, which allowed them to field their strongest lineups. This contributed to the competitive nature of the game, as both teams were able to utilize their key players effectively.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had South Alabama favored by 5.5 points, with a total set at 140.5. The odds reflected the Jaguars' strong home advantage and recent form, while Georgia State was seen as the underdog but with potential to cover the spread given their scoring ability.
Conditions during the game were typical for indoor basketball, with no significant weather factors affecting play. Fans witnessed a thrilling second half, where scoring plays included a crucial three-point jumper by Jelani Hamilton and free throws by JJ Wheat that helped maintain South Alabama's lead.
As the game progressed, the tension mounted, with Georgia State making a late push to close the gap. However, South Alabama managed to hold on to their slim lead, ultimately sealing the victory. The match highlighted the importance of free-throw shooting and defensive stops in close games, as both teams fought hard for every point.
Overall, this matchup provided an exciting display of college basketball, with South Alabama showcasing their resilience and ability to win under pressure.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | USA -5.5 | 140.5 o -105 / u -115 | Georgia State Panthers +195 · South Alabama Jaguars -238 |
Leaders
- PointsChaze Harris15South Alabama Jaguars
- AssistsChaze Harris6South Alabama Jaguars
- ReboundsAdam Olsen11South Alabama Jaguars
- PointsMalachi Brown21Georgia State Panthers
- AssistsJelani Hamilton6Georgia State Panthers
- ReboundsMalachi Brown9Georgia State Panthers
Recent form
South Alabama Jaguars
Last 10: 7-3Streak W273.5 scored · 67.6 allowed per game4-1 at home
- W53-48vs Coastal Carolina ChanticleersJan 30
- W90-83at James Madison DukesJan 23
- L56-59vs Louisiana Ragin' CajunsJan 17
- W91-87vs Arkansas State Red WolvesJan 16
- W87-71vs Georgia Southern EaglesJan 10
- L49-59at Troy TrojansJan 3
- W63-58at Louisiana Ragin' CajunsDec 31
- W85-52vs Mobile RamsDec 30
- L65-67at Texas State BobcatsDec 20
- W96-92at UL Monroe WarhawksDec 18
Georgia State Panthers
Last 10: 7-3Streak L178 scored · 69.7 allowed per game3-2 away
- L72-82at Louisiana Ragin' CajunsJan 30
- W82-81vs Arkansas State Red WolvesJan 24
- W69-62vs Southern Miss Golden EaglesJan 23
- W77-57at UL Monroe WarhawksJan 17
- W81-73vs Marshall Thundering HerdJan 10
- L50-52vs App State MountaineersJan 9
- W89-71at Coastal Carolina ChanticleersJan 3
- L80-84at Marshall Thundering HerdDec 31
- W110-72vs Columbia (SC) Fighting KoalasDec 28
- W70-63at App State MountaineersDec 20
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Troy | 22-12 | - | 12-6 |
| South Alabama | 21-12 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Arkansas State | 20-12 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Texas State | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Marshall | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Coastal Carolina | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| App State | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| James Madison | 18-15 | 3 | 9-9 |
| Southern Miss | 19-16 | 3 | 9-9 |
| Georgia Southern | 21-16 | 4 | 8-10 |
| Old Dominion | 12-21 | 5 | 7-11 |
| Louisiana | 11-22 | 5 | 7-11 |
| Georgia State | 10-22 | 5 | 7-11 |
| UL Monroe | 4-28 | 11 | 1-17 |
Box score
| Stat | Georgia State Panthers | South Alabama Jaguars |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 21-60 | 28-54 |
| Field goal % | 35 | 52 |
| Three-pointers | 15-42 | 3-16 |
| Three-point % | 36 | 19 |
| Free throws | 10-15 | 10-19 |
| Free throw % | 67 | 53 |
| Rebounds | 37 | 33 |
| Offensive rebounds | 16 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 21 | 24 |
| Assists | 19 | 13 |
| Steals | 3 | 6 |
| Blocks | 3 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 5 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 5 | 10 |
| Fast-break points | 7 | 10 |
| Points in the paint | 12 | 50 |
| Fouls | 15 | 10 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 12 |
| Lead changes | 16 | 16 |
| Time in front | 8 | 79 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half31-31Jakai Newton makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 1st Half31-33JJ Wheat makes 11-foot jumper
- 1st Half33-33Trey Scott III makes 12-foot jumper (Jelani Hamilton assists)
- 1st Half33-35Jayden Cooper makes 13-foot jumper
- 1st Half33-36Chaze Harris makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half33-37Chaze Harris makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half33-38Chaze Harris makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half34-38Jelani Hamilton makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half37-38Malachi Brown makes 24-foot three point jumper (Micah Tucker assists)
- 2nd Half37-40Randy Brady makes layup (Chaze Harris assists)
- 2nd Half37-42Jayden Cooper makes layup (Chaze Harris assists)
- 2nd Half37-45Jayden Cooper makes 25-foot three point jumper (Chaze Harris assists)
- 2nd Half39-45Trey Scott III makes layup (Micah Tucker assists)
- 2nd Half39-47Hantz Louis-Jeune makes layup (Randy Brady assists)
- 2nd Half40-47Micah Tucker makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half41-47Micah Tucker makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half41-49Randy Brady makes layup
- 2nd Half41-51Chaze Harris makes layup
- 2nd Half41-53Hantz Louis-Jeune makes layup
- 2nd Half44-53Malachi Brown makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jelani Hamilton assists)
- 2nd Half44-55Jayden Cooper makes 13-foot jumper
- 2nd Half46-55Joah Chappelle makes 14-foot jumper (Ayouba Berthe assists)
- 2nd Half46-57Jayden Cooper makes 14-foot jumper (Randy Brady assists)
- 2nd Half46-58JJ Wheat makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-58Joah Chappelle makes layup (Trey Scott III assists)
- 2nd Half48-60John Broom makes layup (Randy Brady assists)
- 2nd Half51-60Malachi Brown makes 25-foot three point jumper (Ayouba Berthe assists)
- 2nd Half54-60Malachi Brown makes 26-foot three point jumper (Joah Chappelle assists)
- 2nd Half55-60Micah Tucker makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-62Stephen Williams makes layup (Adam Olsen assists)
- 2nd Half55-64Stephen Williams makes layup (Jayden Cooper assists)
- 2nd Half58-64Jelani Hamilton makes 24-foot three point jumper (Micah Tucker assists)
- 2nd Half61-64Jelani Hamilton makes 25-foot three point jumper (Malachi Brown assists)
- 2nd Half62-64Joah Chappelle makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-66Adam Olsen makes layup
- 2nd Half64-66Anthony Enoh makes layup (Jelani Hamilton assists)
- 2nd Half64-67JJ Wheat makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-68JJ Wheat makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-68Malachi Brown makes 25-foot three point jumper (Micah Tucker assists)
- 2nd Half67-69Randy Brady makes free throw 1 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours South Alabama Jaguars, below favours Georgia State Panthers.
Venue
- Mitchell CenterMobile, AL
- Attendance2125
- OfficialsDerek Schulte, Erroll Lewis, Kyle Bowen
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