Southern vs Alabama State Prediction, Picks & Odds | 03 Mar 2026

College Basketball Betting Preview: Southern vs Alabama State

The Southern Jaguars face the Alabama State, with tip-off scheduled for 20:00 on Tuesday, March 3.

The market might have underrated Southern and -122 makes plenty of appeal considering the underdogs are +1.5 on the spread. Back them to cover the line against Alabama State.

Southern Jaguars were beaten 82-79 in their previous game, being turned over at home to Bethune-Cookman Wildcats.

Alabama State won their last game 89-88. This was a road victory against Alabama A&M Bulldogs.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The last head-to-head saw Southern claim a 69-68 win over Alabama State. The past 10 games between the teams have seen Southern win six times.

NCAAB	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Southern	13-16	2325	2278	47	8-4	5-12	2L
Alabama State	10-19	2149	2260	-111	6-4	4-15	1W

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Southern vs Alabama State Prediction & Picks

Our Southern vs Alabama State tips include the main match prediction, a correct score forecast and bet builder picks. Each section below offers expert insight into the key betting angles.

Game Prediction

Southern look a value pick at +1.5 on the spread. They could beat the favorites and the -122 about this college wager makes plenty of appeal.

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Key Southern vs Alabama State stats:

• The +1.5 line has been covered by Southern in 4 of their last 5 games on the road.
• The +1.5 line has been covered by Southern in 7 of their last 10 games.
• The +1.5 line has been covered by Southern in 3 consecutive games on the road.
• The -1.5 line hasn’t been covered by Alabama State in 3 consecutive games.
• The -1.5 line hasn’t been covered by Alabama State in 7 of their last 10 games.
• The -1.5 line hasn’t been covered by Alabama State in 14 of their last 20 games.
• The -1.5 line hasn’t been covered by Alabama State in 6 consecutive games against Southern.

Southern +1.5 Probability

According to the best betting apps, our pick has a 54.9% chance of delivering a return. However, our analysts have this number closer to 60% based on their in-depth research. This is why we regard this as a value wager.

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Our Game Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Southern 75 - 72 Alabama State

We’ll throw a dart when it comes to the Jaguars claiming a 75-72 victory. This correct score pick is available at huge odds and could be an entertaining bet to place.

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Southern vs Alabama State Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

Southern are such big underdogs for this college game that some sportsbooks aren’t even offering the Moneyline. However, the spread is an attractive option for bettors as it presents a more level playing field.

The spread is 1.5 and the total points line is currently 152.5. There are many ways to bet on basketball including the Totals. If you want to bet Under 152.5, there are odds of -105.

You’ll find a broad selection of team props and game lines for most college contests, with the best basketball betting sites offering plenty of options. Be sure to review both the pre-game and in-game markets before placing your bets.

Moneyline

Southern

-

Alabama State

-

Point Spread

Southern +1.5

-122

Alabama State -1.5

+102

Total Points

Under 152.5

-105

Over 152.5

-115

We’re fond of player props as an alternative to betting on the game result. The gambling sites will have Points, Assists, Three-Pointers, Rebounds and Steals among the choices and you can take a particular view.

For those looking to enjoy a thrilling in-game wager, college basketball micro betting could be up your street. You are now able to wager on the Next Field Goal, with the options being for a two-pointer or a three-pointer.

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Southern Stats

Alabama State Stats

Moneyline

• 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games
• 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games
• 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 home games

Point Spread

• +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 7 of the last 10 games
• +1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 games on the road

Point Spread

• -1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 3 of the last 10 games
• -1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 home games

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 156.30 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 151.90 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 152.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
• Over 152.5 on the Road: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 79.60 pts and allowed 76.70 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 72.50 pts and allowed 79.40 pts in the last 10 games on the road

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 142.50 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 150.70 pts in the previous 10 home games
• Over 152.5: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 games
• Over 152.5 at Home: Covered in 2 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 70.60 pts and allowed 71.90 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 81.10 pts and allowed 69.60 pts in the last 10 home games

NCAAB Table Select Season 2025/20262024/20252023/20242022/20232021/20222020/20212019/2020

Southwestern Athletic	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Bethune-Cookman	17-13	2268	2310	-42	10-3	7-10	4W
Alabama A&M	16-13	2076	2094	-18	11-4	5-9	2L
Southern	13-16	2325	2278	47	8-4	5-12	2L
Prairie View	13-17	2410	2359	51	10-4	3-13	2W
Texas Southern	12-16	2118	2184	-66	9-4	3-12	2W
Florida A&M	11-15	1809	1967	-158	6-4	5-11	3W
Arkansas-Pine Bluff	12-17	2230	2380	-150	7-4	5-13	1L
Grambling State	12-17	2051	2054	-3	8-5	4-12	2L
Alabama State	10-19	2149	2260	-111	6-4	4-15	1W
Jackson State	9-20	2024	2474	-450	5-4	4-16	3L
Alcorn State	7-21	1893	2289	-396	5-3	2-18	2L
Miss Valley State	3-27	1927	2510	-583	2-10	1-17	1W

• Overall = Overall Wins-Losses
• PF = Total Points For
• PA = Total Points Against
• N. Pts = Point Differential
• Home = Home Record
• Away = Away Record
• Strk = Current Streak

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