Florida A&M earned an 86–78 win over Alcorn State in NCAA action, pulling away late to secure an eight-point victory. The Rattlers’ offense was the difference, as they consistently generated scoring opportunities and did enough defensively to keep Alcorn State from completing a comeback. Alcorn State stayed within striking distance for much of the game, matching stretches of Florida A&M’s scoring and keeping pressure on with timely baskets. However, Florida A&M maintained control in key moments, answering runs and preventing the Braves from taking sustained momentum. Down the stretch, Florida A&M executed more cleanly on the offensive end and converted enough possessions to create separation on the scoreboard. Alcorn State continued to compete, but the deficit held as Florida A&M closed out the game to finish with 86 points. The result gives Florida A&M a confidence-building win and reinforces the value of late-game execution. For Alcorn State, the performance showed competitiveness on the road/neutral setting, but the Braves will need more consistent stops and cleaner finishing in decisive stretches to turn close games into wins.