Grambling Tigers Edge Prairie View A&M Panthers 76-72
Saturday, January 3, 2026, 5:30 PM ET · Fredrick C. Hobdy Assembly Center
Grambling Tigers 76, Prairie View A&M Panthers 72, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Prairie View A&M Panthers vs Grambling Tigers?
Grambling Tigers beat Prairie View A&M Panthers 76-72 at Fredrick C. Hobdy Assembly Center on January 3, 2026.
Who was favored in Prairie View A&M Panthers vs Grambling Tigers?
Grambling Tigers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -355 (about 78% implied). The favorite won.
In a closely contested matchup, the Grambling Tigers triumphed over the Prairie View A&M Panthers with a final score of 76-72 at the Fredrick C. Hobdy Assembly Center. This victory marks a significant moment for the Tigers, who improved their home record to 4-6 while the Panthers fell to 5-10 on the season.
The Grambling Tigers entered this game with a home record of 7-7 overall, having recently secured a win against the Centenary (LA) Gentlemen, where they dominated with a score of 90-58. Despite a mixed bag of results in their last ten games, with a record of 4-6, they had shown resilience, winning their last match and averaging 71.3 points scored while allowing 72.3 points per game. Their recent performance included a notable streak of three wins in their last five games, where they averaged 74.8 points scored and allowed 71.0 points.
On the other hand, the Prairie View A&M Panthers have struggled recently. With a record of 5-9, they faced a tough stretch, losing their last two games and posting a 3-7 record in their last ten outings. The Panthers have averaged 84.3 points scored but have also allowed 84.6 points per game, indicating a defensive vulnerability. Their last five games saw them average 96.2 points scored, reflecting their offensive capabilities, but they also allowed an average of 87.6 points, which has been a concern.
In terms of home and away performance, Grambling has been solid at home, with a perfect record of 3-0 in their last three home games. Conversely, Prairie View A&M has struggled on the road, with an away record of 1-6, highlighting their difficulties when not playing in familiar territory.
The two teams have faced each other twice this season, with each side claiming a victory. Grambling won their last encounter on February 18, 2025, with a decisive score of 70-48, while Prairie View A&M had previously defeated Grambling 73-55 on January 4, 2025. This fixture's history added an extra layer of intensity to the matchup.
In terms of injuries, the block does not specify any current injury issues affecting either team, allowing both squads to field their best players for this crucial encounter.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Grambling favored by 7.5 points, with a total set at 155.5 points. The odds indicated a strong belief in Grambling's ability to secure a victory at home, with moneyline odds of -355 for the Tigers and +280 for the Panthers.
The conditions at the Fredrick C. Hobdy Assembly Center were conducive to a competitive game, with both teams eager to assert dominance in their conference. As the game unfolded, viewers were treated to a thrilling contest characterized by tight scoring and strategic plays.
Key moments in the second half saw the Tigers maintain a slight lead, with significant contributions from players like Roderick Coffee III, who made crucial free throws to extend their advantage. The Panthers fought back with Dontae Horne making critical plays, including a long three-pointer that kept the game within reach.
Ultimately, the Tigers' ability to capitalize on free throws in the closing moments proved decisive, allowing them to secure a narrow victory. This game not only showcased the competitive spirit of both teams but also highlighted the ongoing challenges faced by the Panthers, while the Tigers celebrated an important win on their home court.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | GRAM -7.5 | 155.5 o -105 / u -115 | Prairie View A&M Panthers +280 · Grambling Tigers -355 |
Leaders
- PointsAntonio Munoz15Grambling Tigers
- AssistsAntonio Munoz5Grambling Tigers
- ReboundsRoderick Coffee III8Grambling Tigers
- PointsTai'Reon Joseph21Prairie View A&M Panthers
- AssistsDontae Horne4Prairie View A&M Panthers
- ReboundsCory Wells10Prairie View A&M Panthers
Recent form
Grambling Tigers
Last 10: 4-6Streak W171.3 scored · 72.3 allowed per game3-0 at home
- W90-58vs Centenary (LA) GentlemenDec 30
- L63-89at Ohio State BuckeyesDec 23
- W81-72at Hampton PiratesDec 19
- W80-68vs Norfolk State SpartansDec 19
- L60-68at Southern Miss Golden EaglesDec 9
- L63-65at Tulane Green WaveDec 3
- L74-83at UC Riverside HighlandersNov 24
- L59-72at California Baptist LancersNov 22
- L68-78at San Diego TorerosNov 19
- W75-70vs Southern Miss Golden EaglesNov 14
Prairie View A&M Panthers
Last 10: 3-7Streak L284.3 scored · 84.6 allowed per game1-6 away
- 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
- L69-72at North Texas Mean GreenNov 30
- W85-82at North Florida OspreysNov 23
- L68-69vs UT Martin SkyhawksNov 22
- L73-91at Missouri TigersNov 18
- L67-94at Oklahoma State CowboysNov 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 | Prairie View A&M Panthers | Grambling Tigers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 22-57 | 23-49 |
| Field goal % | 39 | 47 |
| Three-pointers | 7-19 | 7-15 |
| Three-point % | 37 | 47 |
| Free throws | 21-27 | 23-35 |
| Free throw % | 78 | 66 |
| Rebounds | 35 | 36 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 11 |
| Defensive rebounds | 22 | 25 |
| Assists | 7 | 12 |
| Steals | 11 | 8 |
| Blocks | 1 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 18 | 20 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 15 | 21 |
| Fast-break points | 27 | 19 |
| Points in the paint | 22 | 24 |
| Fouls | 24 | 21 |
| Largest lead | 1 | 10 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 1 | 92 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half41-43Dontae Horne makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half43-43Tai'Reon Joseph makes layup
- 2nd Half43-45Randarius Jones makes 9-foot jumper (Jamil Muttilib assists)
- 2nd Half43-47Jamil Muttilib makes layup (Rickey Ballard assists)
- 2nd Half45-47Lance Williams makes 20-foot jumper
- 2nd Half45-49Roderick Coffee III makes 16-foot jumper (Rickey Ballard assists)
- 2nd Half47-49Cory Wells makes 12-foot jumper
- 2nd Half49-49Dontae Horne makes 14-foot jumper
- 2nd Half49-52Jamil Muttilib makes 26-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half49-54Devyn Franklin makes layup
- 2nd Half51-54Tai'Reon Joseph makes layup
- 2nd Half51-56Jimel Lane makes layup (Devyn Franklin assists)
- 2nd Half52-56Keeshawn Mason makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-56Keeshawn Mason makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-57Devyn Franklin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-58Devyn Franklin makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-58Hassane Diallo makes layup
- 2nd Half55-59Devyn Franklin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-59Tai'Reon Joseph makes 26-foot three point jumper (Dontae Horne assists)
- 2nd Half58-62Rickey Ballard makes 24-foot three point jumper (Roderick Coffee III assists)
- 2nd Half58-65Roderick Coffee III makes 28-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half58-66Derrius Ward makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-67Derrius Ward makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-67Lance Williams makes layup
- 2nd Half61-67Cory Wells makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-67Cory Wells makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-69Antonio Munoz makes 11-foot jumper
- 2nd Half63-69Cory Wells makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-69Cory Wells makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-71Devyn Franklin makes 5-foot dunk (Antonio Munoz assists)
- 2nd Half66-71Keeshawn Mason makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half67-71Dontae Horne makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-71Dontae Horne makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-72Devyn Franklin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-73Devyn Franklin makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-73Dontae Horne makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-74Roderick Coffee III makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-75Roderick Coffee III makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-76Roderick Coffee III makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-76Dontae Horne makes 26-foot three point jumper
Win probability
Above the line favours Grambling Tigers, below favours Prairie View A&M Panthers.
Venue
- Fredrick C. Hobdy Assembly CenterGrambling, LA
- Attendance1002
- OfficialsGerald Williams, Kevin Boone, Jarrett Howell
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