Alcorn Men’s Basketball Looks to Continue Hot Streak in Texas Swing

Alcorn State men’s basketball travels to Texas for back-to-back SWAC games against Texas Southern and Prairie View A&M this week. The Braves, coming off a win over Jackson State, look to extend their winning streak and improve their conference record.

The team hosts Texas Southern on Thursday at the Houston Health & Physical Education Arena. Tip-off is set for 7 p.m., and fans can watch the game on TXSO YouTube or listen on WPRL-FM 91.7. The following game takes place Saturday at Prairie View’s William J. Nicks Building, with tip scheduled for 4:30 p.m. Live stats and online ticket sales are available for both games.

Alcorn enters the games with a 7-19 overall record and a 6-8 mark in SWAC play. The team has been competitive, especially in the second half of games, and is led by Shane Lancaster, who averages 11.5 points per game and shoots 47.3% beyond the arc. Tycen McDaniels, who recently posted a double-double against Jackson State, averages 12.3 points and 6.9 rebounds in conference play.

Alcorn’s recent victory against Jackson State saw associate head coach Adam Braswell step in as acting head coach after head coach Jake Morton was ejected early in the game. McDaniels scored a season-high 25 points, while Jameel Morris added 22. The Braves outscored JSU 49-12 in the second half to secure the win.

The series against Texas Southern favors the Tigers, who lead 26-7 all-time. Texas Southern has won the last three meetings, but Alcorn’s most recent win was a narrow 82-79 victory in Houston on March 4, 2024. Texas Southern is 10-16 overall, with a stronger home record (7-4) than on the road (3-12). The Tigers average 74.8 points per game and are led by Troy Hupstead, who averages 14.6 PPG.

In the matchup with Prairie View A&M, Alcorn holds a narrow 18-17 series advantage, winning the last five meetings. The Panthers, at 11-17 overall, have a solid home record but struggle on the road. They are led by Dontae Horne, who averages 19.4 points overall and 23.8 in SWAC play, and Tai’Reon Joseph, who averages 20.6 points per game overall.

Following these games, Alcorn returns home for its final two SWAC contests, hosting Mississippi Valley State and Arkansas-Pine Bluff. Fans are encouraged to follow the team on social media for updates and highlights.

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