FAMU Basketball Breaks Losing Streak, Defeats Prairie View A&M 90-87

UPDATE: Florida A&M University (FAMU) men’s basketball has snapped its losing streak with a thrilling 90-87 victory over Prairie View A&M in a high-octane showdown at the Al Lawson Jr. Multipurpose Center on February 9, 2024.

The Rattlers stormed into the game, dominating the first half with a staggering 56-34 lead. However, the Panthers mounted a fierce comeback, outscoring FAMU 62-44 in the second half, making for an electrifying finish that kept fans on the edge of their seats.

This win is crucial for FAMU, improving their record to 8-13 overall and 6-5 in the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC), placing them fifth in the standings amid fierce competition. The emotional stakes were high as ten Rattlers contributed on the court, with Jordan Chatman leading the charge with 18 points, hitting all five of his three-point attempts.

Coach Charlie Ward, the 1993 Heisman Trophy winner, expressed pride in his team’s resilience. “We fought hard to secure this win, and it shows our potential moving forward,” Ward stated post-game.

The Rattlers will look to build on this momentum as they prepare for a key matchup against Jackson State on February 14, 2024, at 3:30 PM ET. This Valentine’s Day game promises to be another exciting battle, following the women’s matchup at 1:00 PM ET. Fans can catch the action live on HBCU GO.

In their previous encounter on January 26, FAMU fell narrowly to Jackson State, losing 66-65 after struggling against the SWAC’s leading scorer, Daeshun Ruffin. With renewed energy from this latest win, the Rattlers aim to take revenge and improve their standings.

Stay tuned as we continue to cover FAMU’s journey through the SWAC, and follow Gerald Thomas III on RattlerNews.com for in-depth coverage of the Rattlers’ season.