Alabama State Hornets Dominate Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils 92-55 Behind Balanced Attack

The Alabama State Hornets dominated the Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils from the opening tip, cruising to a 92-55 victory. This was over by halftime, with Alabama State leading 42-25 after the first 20 minutes. The Hornets' 17-point halftime lead was a result of their stifling defense, which forced Mississippi Valley State into 12 turnovers and limited them to just 25 points on 9-30 shooting. Alabama State, on the other hand, shot 15-30 from the field and 4-10 from three, with Jerquarius Stanback leading the way with 8 points and 6 rebounds.

As the game wore on, Alabama State continued to pour it on, outscoring Mississippi Valley State 50-30 in the second half. The Hornets' bench production was a key factor in the blowout, with 28 points coming from reserves. Alabama State's Asjon Anderson and R'Chaun King also chipped in with 13 points each, as the Hornets' balanced attack proved too much for the Delta Devils to handle. Mississippi Valley State's Michael James did his best to keep his team in it, scoring 26 points on 10-20 shooting, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Hornets' dominant performance.

The Hornets' star performers were impressive, but it was their collective effort that made the difference. Stanback's 13 points and 10 rebounds were a key factor, but it was his ability to control the paint and limit Mississippi Valley State's second-chance opportunities that really made an impact. Anderson's 6 assists were also crucial, as he helped to facilitate the Hornets' offense and get his teammates involved. On the other side, James' 26 points were a bright spot for the Delta Devils, but he didn't get much help from his teammates, with Daniel Mayfield's 13 points being the only other notable contribution.

The Hornets' dominant performance was not entirely unexpected, given their recent form. Alabama State has been averaging 65.4 points per game over their last 5 contests, while allowing just 64.4 points per game. They've been outscoring their opponents by an average of 1.0 point per game over that stretch, and have gone 2-3 in those games. Mississippi Valley State, on the other hand, has been struggling, averaging 70.2 points per game over their last 5 contests, but allowing a whopping 80.2 points per game. They've been outscored by an average of 10.0 points per game over that stretch, and have lost all 5 of those games.

The CHD Scout prediction of Alabama State by 17.4 points was correct, and it's clear that the model accurately accounted for the significant disparity in talent and recent form between these two teams. The Hornets' ability to dominate the paint and limit Mississippi Valley State's scoring opportunities was a key factor in their victory, and it's an area where the model likely gave them a significant advantage. The Delta Devils' struggles on defense have been well-documented, and the model likely took that into account when making its prediction.

As the season wears on, it's becoming increasingly clear that Alabama State is peaking at the right time. With just a few games left to play, the Hornets are starting to find their rhythm and are looking like a team that could make some noise in the conference tournament. They've won 2 of their last 5 games, including a 79-61 victory over Arkansas-Pine Bluff, and have been competitive in all of their recent contests. Mississippi Valley State, on the other hand, is struggling to find its footing, and has lost 5 straight games. The Delta Devils have been outscored by an average of 14.4 points per game over that stretch, and have allowed 80 or more points in 4 of those 5 games.

The implications of this game are clear: Alabama State is a team that should be taken seriously, while Mississippi Valley State is a team that is struggling to stay afloat. The Hornets' dominant performance has moved them to a NET ranking of 314, while the Delta Devils have fallen to a NET ranking of 365. The Hornets' Quad 4 win will likely help to bolster their resume, but it's unlikely to be enough to get them into the tournament conversation. Mississippi Valley State, on the other hand, is all but eliminated from tournament contention, and will likely be focused on trying to pick up a few more wins and build some momentum heading into the conference tournament. The Hornets' victory has made a point to the rest of the conference: they are a team to be reckoned with, and should not be taken lightly.

In the end, this game was a dominating performance by Alabama State, and a clear indication of the significant disparity in talent and recent form between these two teams. The Hornets' ability to control the paint and limit Mississippi Valley State's scoring opportunities was a key factor in their victory, and it's an area where they want to build on in their upcoming games. With just a few contests left to play, Alabama State is looking like a team that could make some noise in the conference tournament, while Mississippi Valley State is struggling to stay afloat. The Hornets' 37-point margin of victory is a clear indication of their superiority, and it's a number that will likely be remembered for the rest of the season.

The Hornets' recent form has been a key factor in their success, with 2 wins in their last 5 games, including a 79-61 victory over Arkansas-Pine Bluff. They've been outscoring their opponents by an average of 1.0 point per game over that stretch, and have been competitive in all of their recent contests. Mississippi Valley State, on the other hand, has lost 5 straight games, and has been outscored by an average of 14.4 points per game over that stretch. The Delta Devils have allowed 80 or more points in 4 of those 5 games, and have struggled to find any consistency on either end of the floor.

As the season draws to a close, it's clear that Alabama State is a team on the rise, while Mississippi Valley State is a team in decline. The Hornets' dominant performance has made a point to the rest of the conference, and they want to build on this momentum in their upcoming games. With their NET ranking of 314, the Hornets are still a long shot to make the tournament, but they are a team that should not be taken lightly. Mississippi Valley State, on the other hand, is all but eliminated from tournament contention, and will likely be focused on trying to pick up a few more wins and build some momentum heading into the conference tournament.

HEADLINE: Alabama State Hornets Dominate Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils 92-55 Behind Balanced Attack SUBHEADLINE: The Hornets' 37-point margin of victory is their largest of the season, and moves them to 9-18 on the year, with a NET ranking of 314.