| MATCHUP | Florida A&M Rattlers | Bethune-Cookman Wildcats |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 3-9 | 4-10 |
| Where | Moore Gymnasium (FL), Daytona Beach, FL | |
| When | Saturday, January 3, 2026 | |
| Time | 03:30 PM EST | |
Bethune-Cookman Wildcats Preview
Bethune-Cookman Wildcats have a 3-10 record this season and are tied for 7th place in the SWAC. They have a 2-0 home record and are coming off a 103-77 away loss against Oklahoma State. Their previous three games were a 107-71 away loss against Arizona, a 112-53 away loss against Saint Louis and an 82-60 away loss against Missouri.
Offensively, Bethune-Cookman averages 71.2 points per game, while allowing 85.6 points per game defensively. The Wildcats shoot with 43% from the field and grab 32.4 rebounds per game, while dishing out 13.2 assists per game. They average 4 blocks per game and 7.8 steals per game defensively.
Jakobi Heady leads Bethune-Cookman in scoring, with an average of 15.9 points per game, while shooting with 49.6% from the field and 78.1% from the free throw line. Ariel Bland is the team’s leading rebounder with 5.3 per game, while Arterio Morris adds a team-high 3.3 assists per game.
Florida A&M Rattlers Preview
Florida A&M Rattlers have a 3-8 record this season and are sitting in the 5th place of the SWAC. They have a 0-7 away record and are coming off an 89-65 away loss against Georgia Tech. Their previous three games were an 80-56 away loss against TCU, a 78-54 away loss against Tarleton State and a 72-65 home win against Jacksonville.
Offensively, Florida A&M averages 67.1 points per game, while allowing 82.7 points per game defensively. The Rattlers shoot with 42% from the field and grab 31.3 rebounds per game, while dishing out 12.2 assists per game. They average 3.4 blocks per game and 8.8 steals per game defensively.
Jaquan Sanders leads Florida A&M in scoring, with an average of 11.2 points per game, while shooting with 44.7% from the field and 81% from the free throw line. Tyler Shirley is the team’s leading rebounder with 4.9 per game, while Jaquan Sanders also leads the team with 2.6 assists per game.
Florida A&M Rattlers @ Bethune-Cookman Wildcats Betting Trends: January 3, 2026
Why the Bethune-Cookman Wildcats will win
- Bethune-Cookman has won each of its last 11 games at Moore Gymnasium following a road loss.
- Florida A&M has lost nine of its last 10 games at Moore Gymnasium.
- Florida A&M has lost the first half in each of its last six day games at Moore Gymnasium.
Why the Florida A&M Rattlers will win
- Bethune-Cookman has lost seven of its last eight games.
- Bethune-Cookman has lost the first half in each of its last four games.
Total Points Facts
- Each of Bethune-Cookman’s last four day games against non-AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 142 or fewer points.
- Six of Florida A&M’s last seven day games against Conference opponents have produced a total of 143 or fewer points.
Matchup/League Facts
- Bethune-Cookman ranks 357th among Division 1 teams for rebound percentage this season (44.6%).
- Florida A&M ranks 365th among Division 1 teams for free throw percentage this season (59.9%).
- Florida A&M ranks 362nd among Division 1 teams for opponent free throw percentage this season (77.9%).
Florida A&M vs Bethune-Cookman Prediction
In this Florida A&M vs Bethune-Cookman Prediction, Bethune-Cookman is coming as -7.5 home favorites. Both teams have similar overall records, as both have exactly three wins each, but Bethune-Cookman has been undefeated in its two home games, while Florida A&M has been winless on the road and this will be their 8th road game in 12 games played. Bethune-Cookman has a better offense and the home court advantage so I expect them to get the job done in this one. Take Bethune-Cookman and lay the points.