Texas A&M Opens Season With 31-Point Win Over Alabama State

Texas A&M never trailed in its season opener, pulling away from Alabama State for a 97-66 win at Reed Arena on November 3. The Aggies led 44-29 at halftime after turning a three-point advantage into a 15-point cushion late in the first half.

Haggerty led all scorers with 22 points. Jordan Pope added 17, while Jalen Shelley had 14 points and 12 rebounds for a double-double. Mackenzie Mgbako scored 12 points and reserve Tyshawn Archie had 11. Shelley was the first Aggie since 2018 to post double-digit totals in points and rebounds in the team’s opening game.

Alabama State’s Paul McMillan IV scored 17 points and Mike James added 16. Damarion Bonds collected 10 rebounds for the Hornets. Texas A&M’s defense forced 25 turnovers and recorded 13 steals; the Aggies also scored 42 points in the paint.

The Aggies used 11 players in the game, with five returning from last season’s roster and 11 newcomers on the team. Texas A&M is scheduled to host Northern Kentucky on November 6. Alabama State’s next game is against Georgia Gwinnett.