Mississippi Valley State vs Alabama State Picks and Prediction – 1/4/2025

The Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils (2-11, 0-0 SWAC) are set to face the Alabama State Hornets (4-9, 0-0 SWAC) on January 4, 2025, at the Dunn-Oliver Acadome in Montgomery, Alabama. The game is scheduled to tip off at 3:00 PM CST and will be broadcast on the Hornets Sports Network. Get in on all the basketball action with our free NCAAB picks.

Mississippi Valley State enters this matchup aiming to halt a four-game losing streak. The Delta Devils have struggled on the road, holding a 0-11 away record this season. Offensively, they average 51.2 points per game while allowing 85.7 points, resulting in a significant scoring deficit. Arthur Tate is the primary offense for the team, averaging 10.4 points per game. Guard Donovan Sanders is also relied on for scoring, with an average of 8.6 points per game. 

Alabama State, on the other hand, secured a big win over UT martin, but followed it with three straight defeats. The Hornets have been strong at home, boasting a 2-0 record in the Dunn-Oliver Acadome. They average 76.3 points per game, which is 9.4 points fewer than the 85.7 points they allow on average. Guard CJ Hines leads the team offensively, averaging 14.8 points per game.

This game is for the true degenerates, as neither MVSU or Alabama State are very good. Historically, Alabama State has had the upper hand in this matchup, especially when playing at home. MVSU is also a near auto-fade for us, as they may be the worst team in D-1. We will clench our teeth and play Alabama State. Prediction: Alabama State wins 69-

62.