The Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions face a critical SWAC basketball challenge as they host the Alabama A&M Bulldogs on Monday, seeking to end a frustrating three-game losing streak. With UAPB’s home record at 4-5 and Alabama A&M struggling in conference play, this matchup offers both teams a chance to regain momentum late in the season.
UAPB’s offense relies heavily on three-point shooting, averaging 7.7 made threes per game. This could exploit Alabama A&M’s defense, which allows 8.4 three-pointers per contest. However, the Bulldogs hold a statistical edge in field goal defense, limiting opponents to 48% shooting compared to their own 40.9% offensive efficiency. “Every possession matters in tight conference games like this,” analysts emphasize.
Key players to watch include:
- Christian Moore (UAPB): Shooting 38.8% with 10.3 PPG average
- Anthony Bryant (Alabama A&M): Averaging 15.8 PPG in last 10 games
Recent performance trends reveal stark contrasts:
UAPB has gone 1-9 in their last 10 games, scoring 69.4 PPG while allowing 79.3 PPG. Alabama A&M posts slightly higher offensive numbers (75.1 PPG) but shares defensive struggles, conceding 80.5 PPG over the same stretch. With both teams ranking near the bottom of the SWAC in defensive metrics, Monday’s game could become a high-scoring affair.