The upcoming college basketball clash features a matchup between the Alabama A&M Bulldogs and the Prairie View A&M Panthers on January 26, 2026, at the William Nicks Building in Prairie View, Texas. The Bulldogs, with a record of 10-9, are looking to bounce back after a challenging loss against Texas Southern, where they fell 89-74. They shot 50% from the field and made a commendable 9 out of 18 from beyond the arc, alongside a free throw percentage of 65%. Kintavious Dozier was a standout performer, contributing 16 points in 35 minutes of play.
In terms of overall performance this season, Alabama A&M averages 70.9 points per game, placing them 305th nationally, coupled with a field goal percentage of 42.6% and a three-point shooting rate of 32%. They struggle somewhat with turnovers, averaging 12.1 per game, while maintaining a solid rebounding average of 35.5.
Their defensive strategy has seen them force 11.6 turnovers per game, though they allow an average of 72.6 points, ranking them moderately in points allowed per game within Division 1.
On the other hand, the Prairie View A&M Panthers are entering this game with an 8-12 record following a 95-80 loss to Alabama State. In that game, the Panthers struggled defensively, allowing the opposition to shoot 51.5% from the field while they shot 42.6%. Dontae Horne emerged as a key player, scoring 30 points and recording 5 assists.
Prairie View A&M has shown offensive prowess this season, averaging 81.6 points per game while shooting 45.1% from the field. However, their defense has been a major concern, as they currently rank 319th in points given up, allowing 79.8 per game due to poor shooting percentage defense at 44.8%.
As the Bulldogs face off against the Panthers, the game promises to be a close contest with both teams eager for a win to boost their standings. Fans can look forward to an exciting battle as both teams aim to improve and showcase their talent on the court.