Southern Jaguars Edge Alabama A&M Bulldogs in Thriller
Thursday, March 5, 2026, 9:20 PM ET · Event Center
Southern Jaguars 88, Alabama A&M Bulldogs 85, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Southern Jaguars vs Alabama A&M Bulldogs?
Southern Jaguars beat Alabama A&M Bulldogs 88-85 at Event Center on March 5, 2026.
Who was favored in Southern Jaguars vs Alabama A&M Bulldogs?
Southern Jaguars were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -112 (about 53% implied). The favorite won.
In a closely contested matchup, the Southern Jaguars defeated the Alabama A&M Bulldogs with a final score of 88-85. This game showcased the competitive spirit of both teams, with the Jaguars improving their record to 16-16, while the Bulldogs fell to 17-15. The fixture took place at the Event Center, adding to the excitement as both teams battled for crucial conference positioning.
Both teams entered the game with similar recent form, each holding a record of 6-4 in their last ten games. The Bulldogs had an average of 72.6 points scored and 71.7 points allowed during this stretch, while the Jaguars averaged 78.7 points scored and allowed 76.2 points. The Bulldogs were coming off a win against the Grambling Tigers, where they secured a 77-63 victory, while the Jaguars also won their last game against the Alabama State Hornets, finishing 71-64.
At home, the Bulldogs had a record of 4-2 in their last six games, while the Jaguars were 3-2 in their last five away games. This matchup was particularly significant as it marked the fourth meeting between these two teams in the current season, with the Jaguars having won all previous encounters, including a decisive 81-68 victory earlier in February.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any current issues affecting either team, allowing both squads to field their best players for this crucial game. The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had the Jaguars favored by 1.5 points, with a total set at 145.5. The odds indicated a competitive matchup, reflecting the close nature of the teams' performances leading up to the game.
The conditions for the game were typical for a late-season college basketball matchup, with both teams eager to secure a win to bolster their standing. Fans were treated to a thrilling contest, with several key scoring plays defining the outcome. Notably, Cam Amboree made crucial free throws that contributed significantly to the Jaguars' scoring in the second half, while Sami Pissis and Koron Davis also made key shots that helped the Jaguars maintain their lead down the stretch.
Overall, this game was a testament to the competitive nature of college basketball, with both teams demonstrating their skills and determination. The Southern Jaguars' ability to edge out the Bulldogs in a high-scoring affair will certainly be a highlight of their season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SOU -1.5 | 145.5 o -108 / u -112 | Southern Jaguars -112 · Alabama A&M Bulldogs -108 |
Leaders
- PointsKoron Davis23Alabama A&M Bulldogs
- AssistsJames Graham III4Alabama A&M Bulldogs
- ReboundsJames Graham III12Alabama A&M Bulldogs
- PointsTerrance Dixon Jr.19Southern Jaguars
- AssistsMichael Jacobs4Southern Jaguars
- ReboundsAJ Barnes6Southern Jaguars
Recent form
Alabama A&M Bulldogs
Last 10: 6-4Streak W172.6 scored · 71.7 allowed per game4-2 at home
- W77-63vs Grambling TigersMar 4
- L88-89vs Alabama State HornetsFeb 28
- L76-85at Bethune-Cookman WildcatsFeb 21
- W63-61at Florida A&M RattlersFeb 20
- W82-70vs Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden LionsFeb 17
- W72-65vs Mississippi Valley State Delta DevilsFeb 14
- W66-58at Grambling TigersFeb 10
- L68-81at Southern JaguarsFeb 7
- L62-80vs Bethune-Cookman WildcatsFeb 3
- W72-65vs Florida A&M RattlersJan 31
Southern Jaguars
Last 10: 6-4Streak W178.7 scored · 76.2 allowed per game3-2 away
- W71-64at Alabama State HornetsMar 4
- L79-82vs Bethune-Cookman WildcatsFeb 28
- L71-82vs Florida A&M RattlersFeb 27
- W87-73vs Grambling TigersFeb 21
- L73-74at Texas Southern TigersFeb 17
- W87-82at Prairie View A&M PanthersFeb 14
- W69-68vs Alabama State HornetsFeb 10
- W81-68vs Alabama A&M BulldogsFeb 7
- W96-91at Jackson State TigersFeb 3
- L73-78at Alcorn State BravesJan 31
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 | Southern Jaguars | Alabama A&M Bulldogs |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 27-52 | 29-63 |
| Field goal % | 52 | 46 |
| Three-pointers | 6-10 | 5-14 |
| Three-point % | 60 | 36 |
| Free throws | 28-37 | 22-29 |
| Free throw % | 76 | 76 |
| Rebounds | 38 | 32 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 28 | 22 |
| Assists | 14 | 14 |
| Steals | 6 | 6 |
| Blocks | 0 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 8 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 9 | 10 |
| Fast-break points | 28 | 28 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 42 |
| Fouls | 20 | 24 |
| Largest lead | 15 | 0 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 98 | 0 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half61-48Michael Jacobs makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-48Michael Jacobs makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-50Kintavious Dozier makes layup
- 2nd Half62-51Kintavious Dozier makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half63-51Terrance Dixon Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-51Terrance Dixon Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-53Koron Davis makes layup
- 2nd Half64-55PJ Eason makes 14-foot jumper (Kintavious Dozier assists)
- 2nd Half66-55Terrance Dixon Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half66-58Lou Hutchinson makes 24-foot three point jumper (PJ Eason assists)
- 2nd Half66-61Lou Hutchinson makes 24-foot three point jumper (James Graham III assists)
- 2nd Half68-61Michael Jacobs makes 16-foot jumper
- 2nd Half70-61Terrance Dixon Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half73-61Brandon Hardy makes 23-foot three point jumper (Michael Jacobs assists)
- 2nd Half75-61Ashton Magee makes 4-foot dunk
- 2nd Half75-62Koron Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-63Koron Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-65Kintavious Dozier makes layup (James Graham III assists)
- 2nd Half77-65Brandon Hardy makes layup (Terrance Dixon Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half77-67James Graham III makes 17-foot jumper
- 2nd Half77-69Koron Davis makes 3-foot dunk
- 2nd Half79-69Terrance Dixon Jr. makes 3-foot dunk (Michael Jacobs assists)
- 2nd Half79-71Bilal Abdur-Rahman makes layup
- 2nd Half79-72Bilal Abdur-Rahman makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half79-75Kintavious Dozier makes 23-foot three point jumper (James Graham III assists)
- 2nd Half80-75AJ Barnes makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half80-76Koron Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half80-77Koron Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half81-77AJ Barnes makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half82-77AJ Barnes makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half82-79Kintavious Dozier makes layup
- 2nd Half83-79Cam Amboree makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half84-79Cam Amboree makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half84-81Sami Pissis makes layup
- 2nd Half84-82Sami Pissis makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half85-82Ashton Magee makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half86-82Cam Amboree makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half86-85Koron Davis makes 24-foot three point jumper (Sami Pissis assists)
- 2nd Half87-85Cam Amboree makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half88-85Cam Amboree makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Alabama A&M Bulldogs, below favours Southern Jaguars.
Venue
- Event CenterHuntsville, AL
- Attendance2198
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