Florida A&M vs Alcorn State Prediction 2/16/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

In this article, we will formulate a Florida A&M vs Alcorn State Prediction for this college basketball game on Monday, February 16th. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this college basketball matchup.

Alcorn State Braves Preview

The Alcorn State Braves have a 6-18 overall record and a 5-7 record in the SWAC. They are coming off a 57-55 home win against Bethune-Cookman and their previous three games were a 74-66 road win against Mississippi Valley State, an 84-77 road loss against Arkansas-Pine Bluff and a 74-50 home loss against Grambling.

Offensively, Alcorn State averages 66.4 points per game, while allowing 82.3 points per game defensively. The Braves shoot with 43% from the field and grab 29 rebounds per game, while dishing out 11.5 assists per game. They average 3.3 blocks per game and 7.7 steals per game defensively.

Shane Lancaster leads Alcorn State in scoring, with an average of 11.5 points per game, while shooting with 48.1% from the field and 76.7% from the free throw line. Tycen McDaniels is the team’s leading rebounder with 5.2 per game. Jameel Morris leads the team in assists with 3 per game.

Florida A&M Rattlers Preview

The Florida A&M Rattlers have a 9-14 overall record and a 6-6 record in the SWAC. They are coming off an 80-60 road loss against Jackson State and their previous three games were a 100-96 home win against Prairie View A&M, a 62-57 home loss against Texas Southern and a 79-66 road loss against Alabama State.

Offensively, Florida A&M averages 69.2 points per game, while allowing 76.9 points per game defensively. The Rattlers shoot with 43% from the field and grab 32.9 rebounds per game, while dishing out 12.3 assists per game. They average 3 blocks per game and 8 steals per game defensively.

Jaquan Sanders leads Florida A&M in scoring, with an average of 11.6 points per game, while shooting with 41% from the field and 79.7% from the free throw line, adding a team-high 3.1 assists. Tyler Shirley is the team’s leading rebounder with 4.9 per game.

Florida A&M Rattlers @ Alcorn State Braves Betting Trends: February 16, 2026

Why the Alcorn State Braves will win

• Florida A&M has lost five of its last six games.
• Alcorn State has won 10 of its last 12 games at Davey L. Whitney Complex following a home win.
• The home team has won the first half in five of Florida A&M’s last six games.

Why the Florida A&M Rattlers will win

• Alcorn State has lost 14 of its last 15 night games.
• Florida A&M has won each of its last three games against Alcorn State.
• Florida A&M has won the first half in each of its last four night games.

Total Points Facts

• Each of Alcorn State’s last four night games at Davey L. Whitney Complex have produced a total of 134 or fewer points.
• Three of Florida A&M’s last four games have produced a total of 140+ points.

Florida A&M vs Alcorn State Prediction

In this Florida A&M vs Alcorn State Prediction, Florida A&M is coming as – road favorites. Florida A&M have a better overall record this season but they have been struggling lately, as they are 1-5 in their last 6 games and 1-6 against the spread. On the flip side, Alcorn has managed to string two wins in a row and are 7-2 against the spread in their last 9 games and 4-1 against the spread at home, so I like them as home dogs in this spot. Tale Alcorn State on the moneyline for plus money in this one.

Nikos Lagouretos's Pick: Alcorn State ML