Bethune-Cookman Dominates Jackson State in NCAAB Matchup
Saturday, January 24, 2026, 4:00 PM ET · Moore Gymnasium (FL)
Bethune-Cookman Wildcats 85, Jackson State Tigers 48, 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 Jackson State Tigers vs Bethune-Cookman Wildcats?
Bethune-Cookman Wildcats beat Jackson State Tigers 85-48 at Moore Gymnasium (FL) on January 24, 2026.
Who was favored in Jackson State Tigers vs Bethune-Cookman Wildcats?
Bethune-Cookman Wildcats were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -375 (about 79% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive victory, the Bethune-Cookman Wildcats overwhelmed the Jackson State Tigers with a final score of 85-48. This matchup, held at Moore Gymnasium in Florida, showcased the Wildcats' ability to dominate both offensively and defensively against a struggling Tigers team. The Wildcats improved their record to 9-11, while Jackson State fell to 5-15.
Bethune-Cookman entered the game with a balanced recent form, having achieved a record of 5-5 in their last ten games. They were on a two-game winning streak, scoring an average of 74.1 points while allowing 83.3 points per game during this stretch. Their last five games were particularly strong, with an impressive average of 80.0 points scored and only 74.0 points allowed. The Wildcats had a solid home record of 3-1 in their last four games, which included victories over Arkansas-Pine Bluff and Mississippi Valley State.
On the other hand, Jackson State had a record of 4-6 in their last ten games, also on a two-game winning streak. However, their overall performance has been inconsistent, as they averaged 73.5 points scored and allowed 87.1 points during this span. The Tigers struggled on the road, with a dismal away record of 1-4 in their last five games, which included a recent loss to Alabama A&M.
Historically, this matchup has favored Jackson State, with the Wildcats having lost all three previous meetings against the Tigers in the 2025 season. The last encounter on March 15, 2025, ended in a 71-50 defeat for Bethune-Cookman. However, the Wildcats turned the tables in this latest fixture, demonstrating significant improvement.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details affecting either team. However, the absence of key players can often influence a team's performance, especially in a conference matchup.
The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had Bethune-Cookman favored by 8.5 points, with a total set at 156.5. The home moneyline was listed at -375, while Jackson State's was at 295. This indicates that the Wildcats were expected to win comfortably, which they did.
Conditions during the game were not detailed in the block, but typical indoor basketball conditions at Moore Gymnasium would have favored a fast-paced game. Viewers were treated to a display of scoring prowess from the Wildcats, highlighted by several key plays in the second half, including multiple three-pointers from Jordan Johnson and dunks from Doctor Bradley.
Overall, this game was a significant statement from Bethune-Cookman, showcasing their potential as they move forward in the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | BCU -8.5 | 156.5 o -110 / u -110 | Jackson State Tigers +295 · Bethune-Cookman Wildcats -375 |
Leaders
- PointsDoctor Bradley22Bethune-Cookman Wildcats
- AssistsDoctor Bradley4Bethune-Cookman Wildcats
- ReboundsDoctor Bradley10Bethune-Cookman Wildcats
- PointsDaeshun Ruffin19Jackson State Tigers
- AssistsDaeshun Ruffin6Jackson State Tigers
- ReboundsKobe Butler7Jackson State Tigers
Recent form
Bethune-Cookman Wildcats
Last 10: 5-5Streak W274.1 scored · 83.3 allowed per game3-1 at home
- W87-82at Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden LionsJan 19
- W79-63at Mississippi Valley State Delta DevilsJan 17
- L73-77vs Southern JaguarsJan 13
- W74-65vs Grambling TigersJan 10
- W87-83vs Florida A&M RattlersJan 3
- L77-103at Oklahoma State CowboysDec 30
- L71-107at Arizona WildcatsDec 23
- L53-112at Saint Louis BillikensDec 18
- L60-82at Missouri TigersDec 14
- W80-59vs South Carolina State BulldogsDec 6
Jackson State Tigers
Last 10: 4-6Streak W273.5 scored · 87.1 allowed per game1-4 away
- W94-89vs Texas Southern TigersJan 20
- W82-78vs Prairie View A&M PanthersJan 17
- L91-100at Alabama A&M BulldogsJan 13
- W75-64at Alabama State HornetsJan 10
- W89-86vs Alcorn State BravesJan 3
- L64-115at TCU Horned FrogsDec 30
- L72-82vs Norfolk State SpartansDec 20
- L77-84vs Hampton PiratesDec 18
- L53-93at Northwestern WildcatsDec 13
- L38-80at Houston CougarsDec 11
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 | Jackson State Tigers | Bethune-Cookman Wildcats |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 17-67 | 30-67 |
| Field goal % | 25 | 45 |
| Three-pointers | 5-29 | 7-22 |
| Three-point % | 17 | 32 |
| Free throws | 9-10 | 18-22 |
| Free throw % | 90 | 82 |
| Rebounds | 36 | 55 |
| Offensive rebounds | 11 | 15 |
| Defensive rebounds | 25 | 40 |
| Assists | 7 | 17 |
| Steals | 6 | 9 |
| Blocks | 3 | 9 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 7 | 12 |
| Fast-break points | 0 | 26 |
| Points in the paint | 16 | 42 |
| Fouls | 18 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 5 | 37 |
| Lead changes | 4 | 4 |
| Time in front | 8 | 89 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half27-42Doctor Bradley makes driving layup
- 1st Half27-43Daniel Rouzan makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half27-44Daniel Rouzan makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half27-45Daniel Rouzan makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half27-46Daniel Rouzan makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half28-46Daeshun Ruffin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half29-46Daeshun Ruffin makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half29-47Jakobi Heady makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half29-48Jakobi Heady makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half29-50Doctor Bradley makes driving layup
- 2nd Half31-50Daeshun Ruffin makes 10-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half31-52Daniel Rouzan makes 15-foot jumper
- 2nd Half32-52Daeshun Ruffin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half32-54Seneca Willoughby makes layup (Doctor Bradley assists)
- 2nd Half35-54Jayme Mitchell Jr. makes 26-foot three point jumper (Daeshun Ruffin assists)
- 2nd Half35-56Doctor Bradley makes driving layup
- 2nd Half35-57Jakobi Heady makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half35-58Jakobi Heady makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half37-58Dionjahe Thomas makes 5-foot dunk (Daeshun Ruffin assists)
- 2nd Half37-60Arterio Morris makes layup (Jakobi Heady assists)
- 2nd Half39-60Tamarion Hoover makes 12-foot jumper (Delyle Williams assists)
- 2nd Half39-61Jakobi Heady makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half39-62Jakobi Heady makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half41-62Daeshun Ruffin makes driving layup
- 2nd Half41-64Jakobi Heady makes 13-foot jumper
- 2nd Half41-65Jakobi Heady makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half43-65Daeshun Ruffin makes 9-foot jumper
- 2nd Half45-65Devin Ree makes layup (Daeshun Ruffin assists)
- 2nd Half45-67Jakobi Heady makes layup (Doctor Bradley assists)
- 2nd Half45-69Arterio Morris makes driving layup
- 2nd Half45-70Jakobi Heady makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half45-71Jakobi Heady makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half45-74Jordan Johnson makes 26-foot three point jumper (Ariel Bland assists)
- 2nd Half45-76Doctor Bradley makes 5-foot dunk (Seneca Willoughby assists)
- 2nd Half45-79Jordan Johnson makes 24-foot three point jumper (Ariel Bland assists)
- 2nd Half45-81Doctor Bradley makes 5-foot dunk (Seneca Willoughby assists)
- 2nd Half47-81Kobe Butler makes 12-foot jumper
- 2nd Half48-81Kobe Butler makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half48-83Jordan Johnson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half48-85Quentin Heady makes 5-foot dunk
Win probability
Above the line favours Bethune-Cookman Wildcats, below favours Jackson State Tigers.
Venue
- Moore Gymnasium (FL)Daytona Beach, FL
- Attendance824
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