Jackson State Tops Grambling in Close Contest
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 8:30 PM ET · Gateway Center
Jackson State Tigers 68, Grambling Tigers 65, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Grambling Tigers vs Jackson State Tigers?
Jackson State Tigers beat Grambling Tigers 68-65 at Gateway Center on March 10, 2026.
Who was favored in Grambling Tigers vs Jackson State Tigers?
Grambling Tigers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -325 (about 76% implied). The underdog won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Jackson State Tigers emerged victorious against the Grambling Tigers, finishing the game with a score of 68 to 65. This game took place at the Gateway Center on March 11, 2026, and showcased the resilience of Jackson State, who had recently been on a two-game winning streak.
Jackson State, with a season record of 12-20, had shown some improvement in their last ten games, achieving a record of 5-5. They had averaged 78.6 points scored per game while allowing 81.2 points over that span. Their recent form included wins against Mississippi Valley State and Arkansas-Pine Bluff, both at home, where they performed particularly well with a home record of 4-1 in their last five games. In contrast, their away record was less favorable at 1-4.
Grambling, on the other hand, had a season record of 14-19 and had struggled in their last ten games, recording a 3-7 record. They averaged 69.1 points scored and allowed 69.9 points during that stretch. Grambling had also won their last two games, with a notable victory over Mississippi Valley State just prior to this matchup. Their away record was 1-4 in their last five games, indicating challenges on the road.
The two teams had met previously in the current season, with Jackson State losing to Grambling 66-69 on January 31, 2026. However, in their previous encounter in the 2025 season, Jackson State had secured a decisive 65-50 victory over Grambling. This history added an extra layer of intrigue to the matchup, as both teams sought to establish dominance in their rivalry.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but both teams were likely managing player conditions as they approached the end of the season. The betting market had Grambling favored by 7.5 points according to DraftKings, with a moneyline of -325 for Grambling and +260 for Jackson State. The total points line was set at 139.5, indicating expectations for a moderately high-scoring game.
The game conditions were typical for a late-season college basketball matchup, with both teams eager to secure a win as they approached the postseason. Fans watching the game were treated to a thrilling finish, with key scoring plays in the second half that kept the lead changing hands. Notably, Jalen Tatum played a crucial role for Jackson State, making important free throws that helped seal the victory in the closing moments.
Overall, this game highlighted the competitive nature of the NCAAB landscape, with Jackson State proving their mettle against Grambling in a decisive moment.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | GRAM -7.5 | 139.5 o -108 / u -112 | Grambling Tigers -325 · Jackson State Tigers +260 |
Leaders
- PointsJalen Tatum18Jackson State Tigers
- AssistsJalen Tatum4Jackson State Tigers
- ReboundsTamarion Hoover9Jackson State Tigers
- PointsAntonio Munoz14Grambling Tigers
- AssistsDerrius Ward6Grambling Tigers
- ReboundsDevyn Franklin7Grambling Tigers
Recent form
Jackson State Tigers
Last 10: 5-5Streak W278.6 scored · 81.2 allowed per game4-1 at home
- W85-77vs Mississippi Valley State Delta DevilsMar 6
- W81-78vs Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden LionsMar 4
- L57-82at Texas Southern TigersFeb 28
- L76-85at Prairie View A&M PanthersFeb 27
- L65-83at Alcorn State BravesFeb 21
- W91-86vs Bethune-Cookman WildcatsFeb 17
- W80-60vs Florida A&M RattlersFeb 14
- L63-84at Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden LionsFeb 9
- W97-81at Mississippi Valley State Delta DevilsFeb 7
- L91-96vs Southern JaguarsFeb 3
Grambling Tigers
Last 10: 3-7Streak W269.1 scored · 69.9 allowed per game1-4 away
- W77-52vs Mississippi Valley State Delta DevilsMar 10
- W65-63at Alabama State HornetsMar 6
- L63-77at Alabama A&M BulldogsMar 4
- L59-66vs Florida A&M RattlersFeb 28
- L71-76vs Bethune-Cookman WildcatsFeb 26
- W83-62vs Mississippi Valley State Delta DevilsFeb 24
- L73-87at Southern JaguarsFeb 21
- L63-68at Prairie View A&M PanthersFeb 17
- L79-82at Texas Southern TigersFeb 14
- L58-66vs Alabama A&M BulldogsFeb 10
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bethune-Cookman | 17-15 | - | 14-4 |
| Southern | 17-17 | 3 | 11-7 |
| Florida A&M | 15-16 | 3 | 11-7 |
| Alabama A&M | 18-15 | 4 | 10-8 |
| Arkansas-Pine Bluff | 13-19 | 4 | 10-8 |
| Texas Southern | 12-18 | 4 | 10-8 |
| Jackson State | 12-21 | 4 | 10-8 |
| Prairie View A&M | 19-18 | 5 | 9-9 |
| Grambling | 14-19 | 7 | 7-11 |
| Alabama State | 10-22 | 7 | 7-11 |
| Alcorn State | 9-23 | 7 | 7-11 |
| Mississippi Valley State | 3-30 | 12 | 2-16 |
Box score
| Stat | Grambling Tigers | Jackson State Tigers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 21-54 | 22-59 |
| Field goal % | 39 | 37 |
| Three-pointers | 6-15 | 7-26 |
| Three-point % | 40 | 27 |
| Free throws | 17-23 | 17-26 |
| Free throw % | 74 | 65 |
| Rebounds | 35 | 41 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 16 |
| Defensive rebounds | 25 | 25 |
| Assists | 10 | 9 |
| Steals | 8 | 6 |
| Blocks | 3 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 22 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 4 | 5 |
| Points in the paint | 28 | 22 |
| Fouls | 19 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 9 | 8 |
| Lead changes | 6 | 6 |
| Time in front | 35 | 63 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half36-33Jayme Mitchell Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half36-34Jayme Mitchell Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half39-34Jamil Muttilib makes 23-foot three point jumper (Roderick Coffee III assists)
- 2nd Half40-34Rickey Ballard makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half41-34Rickey Ballard makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half43-34Devyn Franklin makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half43-35Tamarion Hoover makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half43-36Tamarion Hoover makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half45-36Devyn Franklin makes 1-foot dunk (Derrius Ward assists)
- 2nd Half45-38Delyle Williams makes 10-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half45-41Tamarion Hoover makes 24-foot three point jumper (Dorian McMillian assists)
- 2nd Half47-41Antonio Munoz makes layup (Roderick Coffee III assists)
- 2nd Half48-41Antonio Munoz makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half48-42Devin Ree makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half49-42Antonio Munoz makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half49-45Dorian McMillian makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jalen Tatum assists)
- 2nd Half51-45Derrius Ward makes driving layup
- 2nd Half52-45Jamil Muttilib makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-46Jalen Tatum makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-49Dorian McMillian makes 24-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half54-49Derrius Ward makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half54-51Dorian McMillian makes layup
- 2nd Half54-52Dorian McMillian makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half56-52Jamil Muttilib makes layup (Antonio Munoz assists)
- 2nd Half56-54Dorian McMillian makes 17-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half56-57Dorian McMillian makes 27-foot three pointer (Jalen Tatum assists)
- 2nd Half56-59Delyle Williams makes 12-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half56-60Jayme Mitchell Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-61Jayme Mitchell Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-61Jamil Muttilib makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-61Jamil Muttilib makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-61Derrius Ward makes 23-foot three point step back jumpshot (Roderick Coffee III assists)
- 2nd Half61-62Jayme Mitchell Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-63Jayme Mitchell Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-64Dorian McMillian makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-64Antonio Munoz makes driving layup
- 2nd Half65-64Antonio Munoz makes layup (Derrius Ward assists)
- 2nd Half65-66Jalen Tatum makes driving layup
- 2nd Half65-67Jalen Tatum makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-68Jalen Tatum makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Jackson State Tigers, below favours Grambling Tigers.
Venue
- Gateway CenterCollege Park, GA
- Attendance1024
- OfficialsGlenn Tuitt, Johnny Wilkins, Jon Tjon-Joe-Pin
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