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Jackson State Tigers Defeat Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils

Published: 2026/02/08 09:14:34

Game ‍Summary

ITTA BENA, Miss. – On Saturday, February 7, 2026, the ⁣Jackson State University Tigers secured‍ a victory over⁢ the Mississippi Valley State University Delta Devils wiht a final score ‍of 97-81. The game, a Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) matchup, saw a dominant performance from Jackson State’s Jayme ‍Mitchell.

Key Player ‍Performances

Jayme Mitchell led the ‍Tigers with an impressive 39 points and 13 rebounds, demonstrating a strong all-around performance. Dorian McMillian contributed significantly with 23 points and ⁣5 rebounds, while Dionjahe Thomas added 13 points to ⁤the Tigers’ total.

Despite the loss, Mississippi Valley State showcased⁣ strong individual efforts. Michael James led the Delta Devils with 32 points, 4 assists, and 4 steals. Daniel Mayfield⁢ followed ⁢with 30 points, and Patrick⁢ Punch added 9 points. However, these efforts were⁢ not enough to overcome Jackson State’s⁣ offensive power.

Team Standings and Context

With this win, Jackson State improved their season record to 7-16, and their conference record to 6-4. Mississippi Valley State, unfortunately, continues to struggle, falling to 1-22 ⁤overall and 0-9 in the SWAC. ⁢This loss marks the⁣ Delta Devils’ 21st consecutive defeat.

Game Details and Technology

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