MONTGOMERY, Ala.
On Saturday night, Alabama State claimed a close victory over Prairie View A&M with a final score of 66-63, thanks in part to the impressive performance of Antonio Madlock, who scored 14 points and pulled down 13 rebounds. The Hornets improved their record to 8-11 overall and 4-2 in the Southwestern Athletic Conference with this win.

In addition to Madlock’s contributions, Amarr Knox matched him with 14 points, displaying an effective shooting performance of 6-for-12 from the field and hitting 1-for-4 from three-point territory. CJ Hines also made a notable impact; despite struggling with his shooting, going 3-for-14 overall and 1-for-5 from beyond the arc, he managed to add 13 points by excelling at the free-throw line, where he converted 6 of 7 attempts.

On the other side of the court, Prairie View A&M (4-16, 3-4) had standout performances as well, with Braelon Bush leading the scoring effort with an impressive 25 points and contributing two steals. Marcel Bryant also played a significant role, tallying 14 points along with nine rebounds and two steals. Jordan Tillmon showed strong support, finishing the game with 13 points and matching Bryant’s rebound total at nine.

This competitive matchup showcased the resilience of both teams and highlighted individual talents that kept fans on the edge of their seats. The exhilarating victory for Alabama State adds momentum as they continue their season in the Southwestern Athletic Conference.