The Prairie View A&M Panthers are set to take on the Alabama State Hornets in a much-anticipated Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) match-up, following Jordan Tillmon's standout performance against Alcorn State. This riveting game is scheduled for Saturday at 4 p.m. EST in Montgomery, Alabama.
Alabama State boasts an impeccable home record, standing undefeated in their last four home games. Their strategic play has been heavily supported by CJ Hines, who leads the team with an average of 2.8 assists per game. This prowess places them sixth in the SWAC for assists. Meanwhile, Prairie View A&M has maintained a balanced SWAC play, currently holding a 3-3 record in the conference.
When it comes to defensive capabilities, the Panthers face a challenging opponent. Alabama State's impressive ability to sink 3-pointers—averaging 9.5 per game—puts added pressure on Prairie View A&M's defense, which typically allows 7.1 3-pointers per game. Nonetheless, the Panthers have been operating with a 45.1% field shooting percentage, closely matching their opponents' average of 45.4% from Alabama State.
This game marks the first head-to-head encounter between the two teams within the current SWAC season, promising to be a pivotal clash.
Key Players to Watch
For the Hornets, Amarr Knox brings dynamic scoring to each game, with averages of 15.2 points and 1.6 steals. Meanwhile, CJ Hines continues to maintain consistent performance, scoring an average of 14.9 points over the last 10 games.
The Panthers' offense is powered by Marcel Bryant, averaging 10 points, alongside Jordan Tillmon, who is hot off of a remarkable 26-point game. Tillmon has also been effective from beyond the arc, averaging 1.6 made 3-pointers in recent encounters.
Recent Team Performance
In their last ten games, the Hornets have achieved a 4-6 record, delivering an average of 74.7 points and maintaining a field goal percentage of 41.7%. Despite their strong efforts, their opponents have outscored them with an average of 76.5 points per game.
Similarly, the Panthers stand at 3-7 in their last ten outings, with a shooting efficiency of 45.9%. They average 70.5 points per game, demonstrating their competitive edge even amid challenging matches.
Both Prairie View A&M and Alabama State are poised for a thrilling encounter, setting the stage for a high-energy match that could influence their standings significantly in the SWAC.