Alabama A&M defeats Fisk 90-58
Alabama A&M Dominates Fisk in Statement Win
In a stark contrast to the typical high-scoring affairs that define college basketball, Alabama A&M delivered a statement win over visiting Fisk, cruising to a 90-58 victory at their home venue, the Event Center.
The game's narrative was set from the opening tip, as Alabama A&M quickly established its dominance. The home team led by 11 points at halftime, outscoring Fisk 35-24 behind the hot hand of Koron Davis, who scored 14 points on 1-for-4 three-point attempts and shot 45.5% from the field.
Fisk's offense struggled to find its rhythm, committing turnovers that Alabama A&M capitalized on to fuel their lead. The home team's defense limited Fisk's scoring opportunities, holding them to just two points in one quarter and forcing a dismal 34.0% shooting performance from the field.
Despite Fisk's valiant efforts to close the gap, the margin remained insurmountable throughout the second half. Simeon Williams led Fisk with 11 points on 40.0% shooting, but it wasn't enough to bridge the 32-point deficit that had grown by halftime.
Alabama A&M's balanced attack proved too much for Fisk to handle, as the home team shot 52.0% from the field and outrebounded their visitors 47-35. Kintavious Dozier added six assists, while Koron Davis led the team in rebounds with nine boards.
The victory served as a statement win for Alabama A&M, showcasing the program's growth and resilience. With this impressive performance, the Bulldogs will look to build momentum heading into conference play.
In stark contrast, Fisk fell to 0-1 on the season, struggling to find its footing against a stiff opponent. The loss highlights the challenges that lie ahead for the team as it navigates the non-conference schedule.
As Alabama A&M continues to assert itself in the college basketball landscape, one thing is clear: they are a force to be reckoned with this season.