Jackson State Tops Mississippi Valley State 97-81
Saturday, February 7, 2026, 6:25 PM ET · R.W. Harrison HPER Complex
Jackson State Tigers 97, Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils 81, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Jackson State Tigers vs Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils?
Jackson State Tigers beat Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils 97-81 at R.W. Harrison HPER Complex on February 7, 2026.
Who was favored in Jackson State Tigers vs Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils?
Jackson State Tigers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -325 (about 76% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Jackson State Tigers defeated the Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils with a final score of 97-81. This game was notable as it showcased the contrasting fortunes of the two teams, with Jackson State improving their record to 8-16 while Mississippi Valley State fell to 1-23 on the season. The game took place at the R.W. Harrison HPER Complex, where Jackson State continued to assert their dominance over Mississippi Valley State, having won all three recent meetings between the two teams.
Jackson State entered the game with a mixed recent form, holding a record of 5-5 in their last ten games. They averaged 76.6 points scored per game while allowing 84.7 points. However, they were on a two-game losing streak prior to this matchup. Their last five games had seen them score an average of 73.0 points while allowing 80.8 points. In contrast, Mississippi Valley State's recent form was troubling, as they had lost their last ten games, averaging just 61.0 points scored and allowing 79.2 points over that stretch. Their home record stood at 0-5, indicating struggles on their own court.
In previous encounters this season, Jackson State had bested Mississippi Valley State on two occasions, with scores of 66-62 and a significant 92-44 win in their earlier meeting. The Tigers have consistently outperformed the Delta Devils, and this latest result further emphasized that trend.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any key players missing for either team, meaning both squads were likely at full strength for this important matchup. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Jackson State favored by 8.5 points with a moneyline of -325, while Mississippi Valley State was priced at +260. The total points line was set at 143.5, indicating expectations of a high-scoring affair.
The game conditions were typical for the venue, and the atmosphere was charged as fans gathered to support their teams. Viewers were treated to a display of offensive prowess from Jackson State, highlighted by several key plays in the second half. Notable scoring plays included Raevon Thomas's emphatic dunk and Daniel Mayfield's consistent shooting, which helped maintain a comfortable lead for the Tigers.
As the game progressed, Jackson State's ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities became evident, with multiple players contributing to the scoreline. Mississippi Valley State fought hard but struggled to keep pace, reflecting their overall season challenges. Ultimately, Jackson State's victory solidified their position in the league, while Mississippi Valley State continued to seek answers as they look ahead to future games.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | JKST -8.5 | 143.5 o -110 / u -110 | Jackson State Tigers -325 · Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils +260 |
Leaders
- PointsMichael James32Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils
- AssistsX'Zaevion Barnett6Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils
- ReboundsX'Zaevion Barnett7Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils
- PointsJayme Mitchell Jr.39Jackson State Tigers
- AssistsDorian McMillian4Jackson State Tigers
- ReboundsJayme Mitchell Jr.13Jackson State Tigers
Recent form
Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils
Last 10: 0-10Streak L1061 scored · 79.2 allowed per game0-5 at home
- L70-78vs Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden LionsJan 31
- L69-80at Southern JaguarsJan 28
- L48-62vs Florida A&M RattlersJan 20
- L63-79vs Bethune-Cookman WildcatsJan 17
- L51-84at Texas Southern TigersJan 13
- L69-70at Prairie View A&M PanthersJan 10
- L51-71vs Alabama A&M BulldogsJan 6
- L69-89vs Alabama State HornetsJan 3
- L69-93at Oklahoma SoonersDec 30
- L51-86at West Virginia MountaineersDec 23
Jackson State Tigers
Last 10: 5-5Streak L276.6 scored · 84.7 allowed per game2-3 away
- L91-96vs Southern JaguarsFeb 3
- L66-69vs Grambling TigersJan 31
- W66-65at Florida A&M RattlersJan 27
- L48-85at Bethune-Cookman WildcatsJan 24
- 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
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 | Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 28-67 | 29-64 |
| Field goal % | 42 | 45 |
| Three-pointers | 12-35 | 7-19 |
| Three-point % | 34 | 37 |
| Free throws | 29-35 | 16-24 |
| Free throw % | 83 | 67 |
| Rebounds | 52 | 30 |
| Offensive rebounds | 23 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 29 | 20 |
| Assists | 14 | 13 |
| Steals | 3 | 10 |
| Blocks | 3 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 15 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 2 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 11 | 20 |
| Fast-break points | 17 | 29 |
| Points in the paint | 28 | 30 |
| Fouls | 24 | 27 |
| Largest lead | 20 | 10 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 72 | 26 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half62-50Jayme Mitchell Jr. makes 23-foot three point jumper (Deyan Kolev assists)
- 2nd Half62-52Daniel Mayfield makes 1-foot dunk
- 2nd Half62-53Patrick Punch makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-54Patrick Punch makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-54Dionjahe Thomas makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-56Daniel Mayfield makes layup (Michael James assists)
- 2nd Half66-56Jayme Mitchell Jr. makes 28-foot three point jumper (Dorian McMillian assists)
- 2nd Half69-56Delyle Williams makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jayme Mitchell Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half69-58Patrick Punch makes layup
- 2nd Half72-58Raevon Thomas makes 26-foot three point jumper (Delyle Williams assists)
- 2nd Half72-60Michael James makes layup
- 2nd Half73-60Jayme Mitchell Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-60Jayme Mitchell Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-62Michael James makes layup
- 2nd Half76-62Dionjahe Thomas makes driving layup
- 2nd Half78-62Dionjahe Thomas makes layup
- 2nd Half78-63Patrick Punch makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half78-65Patrick Punch makes layup (X'Zaevion Barnett assists)
- 2nd Half78-66Daniel Mayfield makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half78-67Daniel Mayfield makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half79-67Dorian McMillian makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half80-67Dorian McMillian makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half81-67Dorian McMillian makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half82-67Dorian McMillian makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half84-67Raevon Thomas makes layup
- 2nd Half87-67Devin Ree makes 23-foot three point jumper (Dorian McMillian assists)
- 2nd Half87-69Michael James makes 5-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half87-70Michael James makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half87-72Daniel Mayfield makes 9-foot jumper (X'Zaevion Barnett assists)
- 2nd Half88-72Jayme Mitchell Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half89-72Jayme Mitchell Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half89-75Michael James makes 29-foot three point jumper (Daniel Mayfield assists)
- 2nd Half91-75Raevon Thomas makes 3-foot dunk (Dorian McMillian assists)
- 2nd Half91-77Daniel Mayfield makes 12-foot jumper (X'Zaevion Barnett assists)
- 2nd Half91-79Daniel Mayfield makes 16-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half92-79Jayme Mitchell Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half93-79Jayme Mitchell Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half93-81Daniel Mayfield makes 14-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half96-81Dorian McMillian makes 23-foot three point jumper (Raevon Thomas assists)
- 2nd Half97-81Jayme Mitchell Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils, below favours Jackson State Tigers.
Venue
- R.W. Harrison HPER ComplexItta Bena, MS
- Attendance573
- OfficialsByron Evans, Earnie Pheal, Donald Daniels
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