MONTGOMERY, Ala. – In a thrilling matchup on Saturday night, Alabama State narrowly defeated Florida A&M with a final score of 60-59. Amarr Knox played a pivotal role in the Hornets’ victory, contributing 17 points to the team’s effort. TJ Madlock secured the win with a crucial basket just 12 seconds before the game ended, proving instrumental in the tightly contested game.

Knox not only excelled in scoring but also made significant contributions defensively, pulling down six rebounds and recording four steals. The Hornets, who now hold a record of 13-14 overall and 9-5 in the Southwestern Athletic Conference, also saw CJ Hines score nine points despite having an off shooting night, where he made only 3 of his 16 attempts and just 1 of 7 from long range. Madlock, while only hitting 1 of 5 from the floor, made a perfect 6 of 6 from the foul line, accounting for eight points.

On the other side, Sterling Young led the scoring attack for the Rattlers with an impressive 23 points. His performance highlighted the competitive spirit of Florida A&M, who stands at 12-13 overall and also 9-5 in the conference. Roderick Coffee III had a notable game, scoring 13 points and contributing with eight rebounds, four assists, and three blocks. Additionally, Ja’Derryus Eatmon chipped in with seven points to the Rattlers’ total.

The game proved to be a nail-biter, showcasing the intense competition within the conference as both teams are vying for a strong finish this season. The strategic plays and clutch performances kept fans on the edge of their seats until the very last second.