Alabama A&M Bulldogs vs Texas Southern Tigers Picks and Predictions for Thursday March 12 2026
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The Alabama A&M Bulldogs face the Texas Southern Tigers in the SWAC Tournament Quarterfinal on Thursday, March 12, 2026 at Gateway Center in College Park, Georgia. Tip-off is scheduled for 2:00 PM ET with television coverage on ESPN+. At the time of this writing the odds were not listed for this matchup. Be sure to also check out our free college basketball picks for additional insights on today’s college basketball action.
Bulldogs Looking to Find Consistency in Tournament Play
The Alabama A&M Bulldogs enter this SWAC tournament matchup with a 17-14 overall record and a 10-8 mark in conference play. Alabama A&M has had mixed results recently, recently lost to Southern 88-85, recently won over Grambling 77-63, recently lost to Alabama State 89-88, recently lost to Bethune-Cookman 85-76, and recently won over Florida A&M 63-61.
Alabama A&M averages 72.2 points per game while allowing 72.4 points per contest this season. The Bulldogs shoot 44% from the field and average 34.1 rebounds along with 11.5 assists per game. Defensively they contribute 2.9 blocks and 5.9 steals per contest.
One area where Alabama A&M has remained competitive is their balanced scoring and defensive effort. Allowing just over 72 points per game keeps them in most matchups, but offensive consistency will be important if they want to advance in the tournament.
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Tigers Hoping to Build Momentum
The Texas Southern Tigers enter the SWAC tournament with a 12-17 overall record and a 10-8 conference record. Texas Southern has experienced ups and downs recently, recently lost to Prairie View A&M 70-59, recently won over Jackson State 82-57, recently won over Alcorn State 92-87 in overtime, recently lost to Mississippi Valley State 72-71, and recently won over Arkansas-Pine Bluff 83-64.
Texas Southern averages 75.1 points per game while allowing 77.7 points per contest this season. The Tigers shoot 45% from the field and average 35.6 rebounds along with 11.1 assists per game. Defensively they contribute 3.3 blocks and 6.9 steals per contest.
One of the advantages for Texas Southern is their ability to score slightly more consistently than their opponent in this matchup. Averaging over 75 points per game gives them the offensive edge in a game that could come down to late scoring opportunities.
Alabama A&M Bulldogs vs Texas Southern Tigers Pick
Alabama A&M Bulldogs vs Texas Southern Tigers Pick
- Pick: Texas Southern Tigers
Texas Southern appears to have a slight offensive advantage entering this tournament matchup. Averaging more points per game and shooting efficiently gives the Tigers the ability to generate scoring runs that could separate them late in the game.
Alabama A&M has been competitive throughout the season, but their recent close losses show that finishing games has been a challenge. With Texas Southern showing flashes of offensive momentum recently, the Tigers appear to have the edge.
Alabama A&M Bulldogs vs Texas Southern Tigers Total Pick
- Pick: Over
I expect this matchup to feature a moderate scoring pace with both teams capable of putting points on the board. Texas Southern averages over 75 points per game and Alabama A&M also scores over 72 points per contest.
Because both defenses allow over 72 points per game, I believe this matchup could push toward the over if both teams find offensive rhythm early.
Final Score Prediction: Texas Southern Tigers 78, Alabama A&M Bulldogs 72
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