LORMAN, Miss. — Alcorn State women's basketball returns home to the Davey L. Whitney Complex as the Lady Braves prepare to host Prairie View A&M in a key Southwestern Athletic Conference matchup. Alcorn enters the contest looking to build on its strong play inside the friendly confines of the Whitney Complex, where the Lady Braves have established momentum during conference action.
Alcorn is led offensively by
Nakia Cheatham, who has been a consistent scoring presence throughout the season. Cheatham is averaging 12.3 points per game while shooting 42.9 percent from the field and adding 5.4 rebounds per contest. Her ability to score at multiple levels has been a steady force for the Lady Braves as they navigate SWAC play.
Kiarra Henderson continues to anchor the backcourt, contributing 8.8 points per game while leading the team with 57 assists. Henderson's playmaking and defensive activity have been central to Alcorn's offensive flow and transition opportunities. On the perimeter, Maya Claytor provides a reliable outside threat, averaging 6.9 points per game while shooting 36.6 percent from three-point range, helping stretch defenses and open the floor.
Lauren Nelson has emerged as a versatile contributor, averaging 6.0 points and 2.5 rebounds per game, while
Ja'Sharreah Hunt and
Chrishunti Walker supply additional depth and energy in the rotation. Defensively, Alcorn has leaned on active hands and pressure, averaging 8.4 steals per game, an area that has fueled scoring chances and momentum swings at home.
The Lady Braves will look to capitalize on their home-court advantage at the Davey L. Whitney Complex as they continue conference play against a Prairie View A&M squad that traditionally brings physicality and pace. Tip-off is set for Lorman, where Alcorn aims to protect the Reservation and make another statement in SWAC action.
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Alcorn State at Prairie View A&M
Thursday, Jan. 15 | 6:00 pm | Davey L. Whitney – Lorman, Miss.
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