Lindenwood Men’s Basketball is set to compete in the Alabama A&M tournament this weekend. The tournament features two games where the Lions will face Charleston Southern and Alabama A&M. Both games will take place at the AAMU Event Center in Huntsville, Alabama.
Match Information
- Date: Friday, November 14, 2025, and Sunday, November 16, 2025.
- Venue: AAMU Event Center, Huntsville, AL.
- Tip-off Times:
- Vs. Charleston Southern: 5:30 p.m.
- Vs. Alabama A&M: 3:00 p.m.
Recent Performance
Lindenwood enters the weekend with a record of 1-2. In their last game, they suffered a heavy defeat against Saint Louis, losing 109-66. Jadis Jones emerged as a standout player, scoring 16 points on an impressive 8-of-9 shooting. Dontrez Williams contributed with 13 points, 11 of which came in the second half of the game.
However, turnovers plagued the Lions, who committed 24 and allowed 34 points off those mistakes. Despite these struggles, Lindenwood was able to force 20 turnovers during the game, with Williams leading the defensive effort.
Scouting Charleston Southern
Charleston Southern arrives in Huntsville with an overall record of 2-1. After losing their season opener to Virginia Tech, they bounced back with consecutive wins against Toccoa Falls and The Citadel. The Buccaneers are highlighted by Redshirt Junior Guard Brycen Blaine, who leads the team with an impressive 25.3 points per game. He notably scored 42 points against The Citadel and shot 61.5% from three-point range in that matchup.
Defensively, Charleston Southern has allowed an average of 85 points per game but has managed to force nine turnovers per game.
Scouting Alabama A&M
Alabama A&M holds a 1-1 record this season. Their victory came in the season opener against Blue Mountain Christian, where they won 80-60. However, Alabama A&M faced a setback in their recent game against Indiana, losing 98-51.
The Bulldogs’ offensive attack is led by Guards Peyton Daniels Sr. and James Graham III, who each scored 18 points in the opener. Daniels Sr. showcased his long-range shooting skills with six three-pointers, while Graham shot 57.1% from the field.
Key Statistics
- Jadis Jones: Shooting 92.9% from the field in the first two games.
- Milos Nenadic and Robert Lewis: Leading scorers for the team with 38 and 37 points, respectively.
- Jeremiah Talton: Leading in three-point shooting at 41.7%.
- Mekhi Cooper: Ranked second in the OVC with seven steals in three games.
Looking Ahead
After the tournament, Lindenwood will continue their road trip with a game against a BIG 10 opponent, Indiana, on Thursday, November 20. The tip-off for that game is scheduled for 5 p.m. CT.
