UAB Blazers Dominate Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils
Monday, November 3, 2025, 7:30 PM ET · Bartow Arena
UAB Blazers 106, Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils 55, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils vs UAB Blazers?
UAB Blazers beat Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils 106-55 at Bartow Arena on November 3, 2025.
In a commanding performance, the UAB Blazers triumphed over the Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils with a final score of 106 to 55. This game showcased UAB's offensive prowess and defensive strength, marking a significant contrast between the two teams' recent forms. The Blazers entered the matchup with a home record of 1-0 and a last ten games record of 7-3, although they were coming off a loss in their previous game. In contrast, the Delta Devils had a dismal away record of 0-1 and a last ten games record of 1-9, with a streak of nine consecutive losses leading into this contest.
UAB's scoring average over their last ten games stood at 80.5 points, while they allowed an average of 77.3 points. Their recent form included a mix of high-scoring games, such as a 94-77 victory against East Carolina Pirates and a close 90-89 win over Rice Owls, though they did suffer defeats against Memphis Tigers and Tulane Green Wave. The Blazers had a strong home record of 4-1 in their last five games, averaging 77.8 points scored and 76.4 points allowed, indicating their ability to maintain competitive scoring while also managing defensive challenges.
On the other hand, Mississippi Valley State's struggles were evident as they averaged only 56.6 points scored and allowed 77.9 points over their last ten games. Their last five games were particularly troubling, with an average of just 55.6 points scored and 72.8 points allowed, showcasing their difficulties both offensively and defensively. The Delta Devils' last victory came on February 1, 2025, against Arkansas-Pine Bluff, but since then, they have been unable to find success, culminating in a disappointing performance against UAB.
The game was held at Bartow Arena, where UAB has established a strong home-court advantage. The conditions favored the Blazers, who were able to leverage their familiarity with the venue and their supportive fan base. As the game unfolded, UAB's dominance was clear, leading to a decisive victory that further emphasized the disparity in form between the two teams.
In terms of scoring plays, UAB continued to build their lead throughout the game, with multiple free throws contributing to their final score. Notably, players like Quaran McPherson and Patrick Punch were instrumental in extending the Blazers' lead during the second half, as they converted several free throws in the closing minutes of the game. The final scoring plays included a series of free throws that brought UAB's total to 106, while Mississippi Valley State struggled to keep pace, ultimately finishing with only 55 points.
The market had priced UAB as the clear favorite, reflecting their strong performance and favorable conditions. With a home win probability of 1.0, the expectations were high for the Blazers, and they delivered emphatically. This game not only highlights UAB's potential for the season but also raises questions about Mississippi Valley State's ability to turn their fortunes around as they continue to seek their first win of the season.
Overall, this matchup served as a stark reminder of the challenges faced by Mississippi Valley State, while UAB's performance showcased their capabilities as a formidable opponent in the NCAAB landscape.
Leaders
- PointsChance Westry23UAB Blazers
- AssistsAhmad Robinson7UAB Blazers
- ReboundsEvan Chatman8UAB Blazers
- PointsMichael James25Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils
- AssistsMichael James2Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils
- ReboundsLamont Sams5Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils
Recent form
UAB Blazers
Last 10: 7-3Streak L180.5 scored · 77.3 allowed per game4-1 at home
- L72-84at Memphis TigersMar 16
- W66-56at North Texas Mean GreenMar 15
- W94-77vs East Carolina PiratesMar 15
- L68-85at Tulane Green WaveMar 9
- W89-80vs Florida Atlantic OwlsMar 7
- L81-88vs Memphis TigersMar 2
- W80-72at Wichita State ShockersFeb 28
- W80-64vs Temple OwlsFeb 23
- W90-89at Rice OwlsFeb 20
- W85-78vs South Florida BullsFeb 16
Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils
Last 10: 1-9Streak L956.6 scored · 77.9 allowed per game1-4 away
- L62-66vs Jackson State TigersMar 8
- L64-72vs Alcorn State BravesMar 7
- L58-83vs Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden LionsMar 2
- L56-64at Prairie View A&M PanthersFeb 25
- L38-79at Texas Southern TigersFeb 22
- L56-79vs Alabama State HornetsFeb 18
- L70-82vs Alabama A&M BulldogsFeb 16
- L39-86at Alcorn State BravesFeb 11
- L44-92at Jackson State TigersFeb 8
- W79-76at Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden LionsFeb 1
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 |
| South Florida | 25-9 | - | 15-3 |
| Tulsa | 30-8 | 2 | 13-5 |
| Wichita State | 24-12 | 2 | 13-5 |
| UAB | 20-12 | 4 | 11-7 |
| North Texas | 19-14 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Florida Atlantic | 18-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Charlotte | 17-17 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Tulane | 18-15 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Temple | 16-16 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Memphis | 13-19 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Rice | 13-18 | 8 | 7-11 |
| East Carolina | 11-20 | 9 | 6-12 |
| UTSA | 5-25 | 14 | 1-17 |
Box score
| Stat | Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils | UAB Blazers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 16-55 | 37-74 |
| Field goal % | 29 | 50 |
| Three-pointers | 5-21 | 9-26 |
| Three-point % | 24 | 35 |
| Free throws | 18-19 | 23-37 |
| Free throw % | 95 | 62 |
| Rebounds | 34 | 49 |
| Offensive rebounds | 5 | 15 |
| Defensive rebounds | 29 | 34 |
| Assists | 9 | 18 |
| Steals | 8 | 17 |
| Blocks | 4 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 26 | 8 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 12 | 40 |
| Fast-break points | 12 | 28 |
| Points in the paint | 18 | 48 |
| Fouls | 23 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 52 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half28-69Jacob Meyer made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half28-70Ahmad Robinson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half28-73Evan Chatman made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ahmad Robinson.
- 2nd Half28-75Daniel Rivera made Dunk. Assisted by Dayjaun Anderson.
- 2nd Half28-77Jacob Meyer made Jumper. Assisted by Ahmad Robinson.
- 2nd Half31-77Michael James made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tyrone Iroghama.
- 2nd Half32-77Lamont Sams made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half33-77Lamont Sams made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half35-77Michael James made Layup.
- 2nd Half37-77Mussa Mzein made Layup.
- 2nd Half40-77Lamont Sams made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Delkedric Holmes.
- 2nd Half40-78Evan Chatman made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half40-79Evan Chatman made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half40-82Chance Westry made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ahmad Robinson.
- 2nd Half41-82Michael James made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half42-82Michael James made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half42-84Daniel Rivera made Layup.
- 2nd Half42-86Chance Westry made Layup.
- 2nd Half42-87Chance Westry made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half42-89Jacob Meyer made Layup. Assisted by Ahmad Robinson.
- 2nd Half44-89Patrick Punch made Layup.
- 2nd Half45-89Patrick Punch made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half45-91Chance Westry made Layup.
- 2nd Half47-91Michael James made Jumper.
- 2nd Half47-94Salim London made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ari Gooch.
- 2nd Half47-96KyeRon Lindsay-Martin made Layup.
- 2nd Half47-99Dayjaun Anderson made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half48-99Michael James made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half49-99Michael James made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half49-101Evan Chatman made Dunk. Assisted by Dayjaun Anderson.
- 2nd Half51-101Lamont Sams made Layup. Assisted by Michael James.
- 2nd Half51-102Salim London made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-103Salim London made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-103Michael James made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-103Michael James made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-104Quaran McPherson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-105Quaran McPherson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-105Patrick Punch made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-105Patrick Punch made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-106Quaran McPherson made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours UAB Blazers, below favours Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils.
Venue
- Bartow ArenaBirmingham, AL
- Attendance3013
- OfficialsEric Lowe, Matt Jarman, Tim Fitzgerald
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