Alcorn State Edges Prairie View A&M in Close Contest
Monday, January 19, 2026, 3:00 PM ET · Davey L. Whitney Complex
Alcorn State Braves 76, Prairie View A&M Panthers 75, 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 Prairie View A&M Panthers vs Alcorn State Braves?
Alcorn State Braves beat Prairie View A&M Panthers 76-75 at Davey L. Whitney Complex on January 19, 2026.
Who was favored in Prairie View A&M Panthers vs Alcorn State Braves?
Prairie View A&M Panthers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -135 (about 57% implied). The underdog won.
In a thrilling matchup at the Davey L. Whitney Complex, the Alcorn State Braves narrowly defeated the Prairie View A&M Panthers with a final score of 76-75. This game showcased the competitive spirit of both teams, as they battled closely throughout the contest. The victory marked an important moment for Alcorn State, who improved their home record to 4-14, while Prairie View A&M fell to 8-12 on the season.
Alcorn State entered the game struggling with a recent record of 2-8 over their last ten games, and they were on a two-game losing streak prior to this matchup. In those ten games, they averaged 64.6 points scored while allowing an average of 85.7 points per game. Their last five games had seen them score an average of 66.0 points while allowing 76.6 points. The Braves had a mixed home and away record, with a home record of 1-1 and an away record of 1-7.
On the other hand, Prairie View A&M had a more balanced recent form, with a record of 5-5 in their last ten games, although they were coming off a loss in their most recent outing. The Panthers averaged 86.3 points scored and allowed 81.1 points during that stretch. Their last five games reflected a scoring average of 76.4 points while allowing 74.6 points. Prairie View A&M had a strong home record of 4-0 but struggled on the road with an away record of 1-6.
The two teams had met previously in the 2025 season, with Alcorn State winning both encounters. The first meeting took place on January 20, 2025, where Alcorn State won 78-70, and they followed that up with a 71-55 victory on March 1, 2025. This history added an extra layer of intensity to the matchup.
In terms of injuries, there were no reported significant injuries affecting either team leading into this game, allowing both squads to field their full rosters. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, listed Prairie View A&M as 2.5-point favorites with a total set at 152.5. The moneyline odds were +114 for Alcorn State and -135 for Prairie View A&M, indicating a slight edge for the Panthers.
The game conditions were typical for an indoor basketball matchup, with no weather-related factors affecting play. Fans were treated to a competitive atmosphere as both teams fought for every point.
As the game unfolded, it was clear that both teams were evenly matched. The scoring plays were closely contested, with Alcorn State making crucial shots in the final moments. Notably, Cory Wells hit a significant three-pointer to give Alcorn State a lead late in the second half. The back-and-forth nature of the scoring kept fans on the edge of their seats, especially as the game approached its conclusion.
In the closing moments, Jameel Morris contributed with free throws that helped Alcorn State maintain their slim lead. Ultimately, Davian Williams secured the win for the Braves with a layup that brought the score to 76-75, sealing the hard-fought victory.
This game not only highlighted the resilience of Alcorn State but also underscored the competitive nature of the NCAAB landscape, where every game can turn on a single play. The Braves will look to build on this momentum in their upcoming games, while Prairie View A&M will seek to rebound from this narrow defeat.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | PV -2.5 | 152.5 o -108 / u -112 | Prairie View A&M Panthers -135 · Alcorn State Braves +114 |
Leaders
- PointsOmari Hamilton20Alcorn State Braves
- AssistsJameel Morris7Alcorn State Braves
- ReboundsOmari Hamilton9Alcorn State Braves
- PointsDontae Horne32Prairie View A&M Panthers
- AssistsLance Williams5Prairie View A&M Panthers
- ReboundsCory Wells8Prairie View A&M Panthers
Recent form
Alcorn State Braves
Last 10: 2-8Streak L264.6 scored · 85.7 allowed per game1-1 at home
- L71-72vs Texas Southern TigersJan 17
- L66-81at Alabama State HornetsJan 13
- W64-62at Alabama A&M BulldogsJan 10
- L86-89at Jackson State TigersJan 3
- L43-79at Ole Miss RebelsDec 30
- L56-113at Baylor BearsDec 20
- L68-132at Iowa State CyclonesDec 4
- L58-83at Louisiana Tech BulldogsNov 29
- W81-74vs Indiana State SycamoresNov 28
- L53-72at Oklahoma SoonersNov 23
Prairie View A&M Panthers
Last 10: 5-5Streak L186.3 scored · 81.1 allowed per game1-5 away
- L78-82at Jackson State TigersJan 17
- W73-61vs Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden LionsJan 13
- W70-69vs Mississippi Valley State Delta DevilsJan 10
- W89-85at Southern JaguarsJan 6
- L72-76at Grambling TigersJan 3
- L82-111at Texas A&M AggiesDec 30
- L90-104at LSU TigersDec 23
- W100-64vs Paul Quinn TigersDec 20
- L85-97at South Dakota CoyotesDec 13
- W124-62vs Champion Christian TigersDec 6
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 | Prairie View A&M Panthers | Alcorn State Braves |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 26-54 | 29-70 |
| Field goal % | 48 | 41 |
| Three-pointers | 7-19 | 5-22 |
| Three-point % | 37 | 23 |
| Free throws | 16-19 | 13-16 |
| Free throw % | 84 | 81 |
| Rebounds | 26 | 46 |
| Offensive rebounds | 4 | 20 |
| Defensive rebounds | 22 | 26 |
| Assists | 15 | 19 |
| Steals | 5 | 4 |
| Blocks | 6 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 10 | 18 |
| Fast-break points | 32 | 12 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 48 |
| Fouls | 14 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 4 | 10 |
| Lead changes | 11 | 11 |
| Time in front | 14 | 74 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half40-42Keeshawn Mason makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half41-42Keeshawn Mason makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half43-42Lance Williams makes 16-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half43-44Tycen McDaniels makes layup (Shane Lancaster assists)
- 2nd Half43-46Omari Hamilton makes layup
- 2nd Half43-47Omari Hamilton makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half45-47Cory Wells makes 13-foot pullup jump shot (Dontae Horne assists)
- 2nd Half45-48Omari Hamilton makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half45-49Davian Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half45-50Davian Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-50Dontae Horne makes 28-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half48-52Davian Williams makes 4-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half50-52Dontae Horne makes driving layup
- 2nd Half50-54Omari Hamilton makes layup (Jameel Morris assists)
- 2nd Half52-54Cory Wells makes 13-foot floating jump shot (Jannoy Thomas assists)
- 2nd Half52-56Omari Hamilton makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half52-58Omari Hamilton makes 8-foot floating jump shot (Jameel Morris assists)
- 2nd Half52-60Davian Williams makes layup (Travis Roberts assists)
- 2nd Half52-62Travis Roberts makes layup (Nick Woodard assists)
- 2nd Half54-62Jannoy Thomas makes layup (Dontae Horne assists)
- 2nd Half55-62Elijah Mitchell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-62Elijah Mitchell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-64Nick Woodard makes layup (Shane Lancaster assists)
- 2nd Half58-64Dontae Horne makes layup
- 2nd Half58-66Omari Hamilton makes 10-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half59-66Lance Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-66Lance Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-68Jameel Morris makes driving layup (Shane Lancaster assists)
- 2nd Half62-68Keeshawn Mason makes layup (Elijah Mitchell assists)
- 2nd Half62-69Nick Woodard makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-70Nick Woodard makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-70Cory Wells makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jannoy Thomas assists)
- 2nd Half68-70Cory Wells makes 26-foot three point jumper (Dontae Horne assists)
- 2nd Half70-70Lance Williams makes driving layup
- 2nd Half70-71Jameel Morris makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-72Jameel Morris makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-74Omari Hamilton makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half72-74Dontae Horne makes driving layup
- 2nd Half75-74Dontae Horne makes 23-foot three point jumper (Cory Wells assists)
- 2nd Half75-76Davian Williams makes layup (Jameel Morris assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Alcorn State Braves, below favours Prairie View A&M Panthers.
Venue
- Davey L. Whitney ComplexLorman, MS
- Attendance454
- OfficialsQuentin Jackson, Damien Richard, Jon Pierre
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