NCAAB · Final

Bulldogs Edge Mustangs in Low-Scoring Battle

Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Smith-Hammond-Middleton Memorial Center

South Carolina State Bulldogs 56, Mid Atlantic Christian Mustangs 50, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

Next free pick (not the main pick)

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.

Unlock today's pick in Telegram →

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+.

Get the daily free pick · See plans

Quick answers

Who won Mid Atlantic Christian Mustangs vs South Carolina State Bulldogs?

South Carolina State Bulldogs beat Mid Atlantic Christian Mustangs 56-50 at Smith-Hammond-Middleton Memorial Center on January 20, 2026.

In a tightly contested game, the South Carolina State Bulldogs narrowly defeated the Mid Atlantic Christian Mustangs 56-50 at the Smith-Hammond-Middleton Memorial Center. This matchup was particularly noteworthy as it showcased two teams struggling in their respective seasons, with the Bulldogs holding a home record of 4-16 and the Mustangs still seeking their first victory of the season.

The Bulldogs entered the game with a recent record of 3-7 over their last ten games, but they were on a one-game losing streak following a defeat to Norfolk State Spartans, where they lost 82-89. Their scoring average during this stretch was 66.7 points per game, while they allowed an average of 80.8 points. At home, they managed to secure a 2-2 record, indicating some level of competitiveness on their own court. In contrast, the Mustangs were struggling significantly, having lost their last eight games, with an average of only 56.6 points scored and a staggering 102.9 points allowed during that stretch. Their away record stood at 0-8, highlighting their difficulties in competing on the road.

Historically, these teams had met once prior in the 2025 season, where the Bulldogs dominated the Mustangs with a decisive 114-75 victory, further establishing their advantage in head-to-head matchups.

In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any players missing from either team, suggesting both squads were at full strength for this encounter. The market had priced the Bulldogs with a probability of winning set at 1.0, indicating a strong expectation for them to secure the victory.

The game conditions were typical for a basketball matchup, but specific details about the atmosphere or weather conditions were not provided in the block. However, the importance of the game for both teams, especially the Bulldogs looking to build on their home advantage, was palpable.

As the game progressed, the scoring plays were closely contested, with the Bulldogs managing to maintain a slight edge throughout. Key moments included a 21-foot jumper by Florian Tenebay that brought the score to 50-46 in favor of the Bulldogs late in the second half. The Mustangs fought back with a layup from Nikko Trafton, narrowing the gap to 50-48. However, the Bulldogs responded with free throws from Derwin Hodge Jr. and Chris Parker, extending their lead to 53-48.

In the final moments, Janai Williams added a layup for the Bulldogs, pushing the score to 53-50 before Jamal Miles sealed the game with a free throw, bringing the final score to 56-50. The Bulldogs' ability to execute under pressure and capitalize on free throw opportunities proved crucial in securing their victory.

This game highlighted the ongoing struggles of the Mustangs, who continue to seek their first win, while the Bulldogs celebrated a hard-fought victory that may help them gain some momentum moving forward.

Leaders

PointsOwen Bronston Jr.18South Carolina State Bulldogs
AssistsRayniel Wright4South Carolina State Bulldogs
ReboundsDerwin Hodge Jr.13South Carolina State Bulldogs
PointsJanus Shepherd21Mid Atlantic Christian Mustangs
AssistsUriah Logan3Mid Atlantic Christian Mustangs
ReboundsLatrell Thompson5Mid Atlantic Christian Mustangs

Recent form

South Carolina State Bulldogs

Last 10: 3-7Streak L166.7 scored · 80.8 allowed per game2-2 at home

L82-89vs Norfolk State SpartansJan 17
W74-72at Coppin State EaglesJan 13
L67-72at Morgan State BearsJan 10
W58-57vs Howard BisonJan 3
L54-105at Tennessee VolunteersDec 31
L70-95at South Carolina GamecocksDec 22
W68-54vs Brewton Parker WildcatsDec 19
L72-78vs South Carolina Upstate SpartansDec 16
L78-102at Queens University RoyalsDec 13
L44-84at Charleston Southern BuccaneersDec 9

Mid Atlantic Christian Mustangs

Last 8: 0-8Streak L856.6 scored · 102.9 allowed per game0-8 away

L55-95at North Carolina A&T AggiesDec 20
L62-96at North Carolina Central EaglesDec 18
L55-108at Campbell Fighting CamelsNov 14
L43-103at Hampton PiratesNov 7
L75-114at South Carolina State BulldogsFeb 8
L67-112at North Carolina Central EaglesDec 18
L43-85at App State MountaineersDec 3
L53-110at Hampton PiratesNov 5

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
Howard	24-11	-	11-3
Morgan State	14-16	1	10-4
Norfolk State	15-17	3	8-6
North Carolina Central	14-18	3	8-6
South Carolina State	10-22	4	7-7
Maryland Eastern Shore	9-23	6	5-9
Coppin State	7-24	6	5-9
Delaware State	8-23	9	2-12

Box score

Stat	Mid Atlantic Christian Mustangs	South Carolina State Bulldogs
Field goals	20-59	18-53
Field goal %	34	34
Three-pointers	5-8	2-14
Three-point %	63	14
Free throws	5-8	18-28
Free throw %	63	64
Rebounds	28	44
Offensive rebounds	6	15
Defensive rebounds	22	29
Assists	11	9
Steals	10	9
Blocks	0	8
Turnovers	18	18
Team turnovers	1	2
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	13	19
Fast-break points	9	12
Points in the paint	26	18
Fouls	23	14
Largest lead	10	6
Lead changes	5	5
Time in front	46	35

How the scoring went

1st Half27-18Janus Shepherd makes layup
1st Half28-18Janus Shepherd makes free throw 1 of 1
1st Half28-21Owen Bronston Jr. makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jamal Miles assists)
1st Half28-23Owen Bronston Jr. makes layup (Chris Parker assists)
1st Half28-24Chris Parker makes free throw 2 of 2
1st Half30-24Elijah Dias makes layup
1st Half30-25Owen Bronston Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
1st Half32-25Keondre Rodgers makes layup
1st Half34-25Keondre Rodgers makes layup (Janus Shepherd assists)
1st Half34-27Chris Parker makes layup (Florian Tenebay assists)
2nd Half34-28Owen Bronston Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half34-29Owen Bronston Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half37-29Janus Shepherd makes 25-foot three point jumper (Terrence Williams assists)
2nd Half37-31Chris Parker makes layup
2nd Half37-33Florian Tenebay makes layup
2nd Half39-33Tyus Williams makes layup
2nd Half39-34Owen Bronston Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half39-35Owen Bronston Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half39-37Chris Parker makes 14-foot jumper (Rayniel Wright assists)
2nd Half41-37Terrence Williams makes layup
2nd Half41-38Rayniel Wright makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half41-40Owen Bronston Jr. makes 12-foot jumper
2nd Half41-42Jayden Johnson makes layup
2nd Half41-43Owen Bronston Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half43-43Janus Shepherd makes layup
2nd Half43-44Chris Parker makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half43-45Chris Parker makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half44-45Latrell Thompson makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half44-46Chris Parker makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half44-47Florian Tenebay makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half44-48Florian Tenebay makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half46-48Elijah Dias makes 18-foot jumper (Tyus Williams assists)
2nd Half46-50Florian Tenebay makes 21-foot jumper
2nd Half48-50Nikko Trafton makes layup (Uriah Logan assists)
2nd Half48-51Derwin Hodge Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half48-52Derwin Hodge Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half48-53Chris Parker makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half50-53Janai Williams makes layup (Elijah Dias assists)
2nd Half50-55Florian Tenebay makes 16-foot jumper
2nd Half50-56Jamal Miles makes free throw 1 of 2

Win probability

Above the line favours South Carolina State Bulldogs, below favours Mid Atlantic Christian Mustangs.