Grambling Tigers Dominate Delta Devils in Conference Clash
Monday, March 9, 2026, 8:30 PM ET · Gateway Center
Grambling Tigers 77, Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils 52, 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 Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils vs Grambling Tigers?
Grambling Tigers beat Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils 77-52 at Gateway Center on March 9, 2026.
Who was favored in Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils vs Grambling Tigers?
Grambling Tigers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1350 (about 93% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Grambling Tigers secured a commanding victory over the Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils, finishing the game with a score of 77-52. This win underscores Grambling's strong performance against the Delta Devils this season, having previously defeated them 83-62 just a few weeks prior on February 24, 2026. The Tigers now hold a perfect 2-0 record against Mississippi Valley State in their last two meetings, showcasing their dominance in this rivalry.
Grambling entered the game with a home record of 14-18, while Mississippi Valley State struggled throughout the season, holding a dismal away record of 3-30. The Tigers had recently experienced a mixed bag of results, going 3-7 in their last ten games, but they were riding a one-game winning streak after a narrow victory against Alabama State Hornets on March 6, 2026. In their last five games, Grambling averaged 68.2 points scored while allowing 68.8 points, highlighting a competitive but inconsistent defensive effort.
On the other hand, Mississippi Valley State faced significant challenges, with a record of 2-8 in their last ten games and currently on a two-game losing streak. They averaged 67.4 points scored while allowing a staggering 78.2 points per game, indicating struggles on both ends of the court. Their last outing saw them lose to Jackson State Tigers, 77-85, further compounding their difficulties.
The game took place at the Gateway Center, where Grambling had a home record of 2-3 in their last five games. Mississippi Valley State, meanwhile, had a poor away record of 1-5 in their last six games. The odds from DraftKings reflected Grambling's strong position, listing them as 13.5-point favorites with a moneyline of -1350, while Mississippi Valley State was set at +800.
In terms of player performance, the scoring plays highlighted key moments in the second half that contributed to Grambling's victory. Notable plays included a 22-foot three-point jumper by Roderick Coffee III and a driving layup by Michael James, both of which helped extend the lead as the game progressed. The Tigers' ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities was evident, as they maintained control throughout the match.
The conditions during the game were conducive to a solid performance from Grambling, as they effectively utilized their home-court advantage. With a home win probability of 0.999, the Tigers were heavily favored to win, and they did not disappoint their fans.
Overall, this game served as a testament to Grambling's capabilities as they look to build momentum heading into the latter part of the season, while Mississippi Valley State will need to regroup and address their ongoing struggles as they continue to seek improvement.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | GRAM -13.5 | 135.5 o -112 / u -108 | Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils +800 · Grambling Tigers -1350 |
Leaders
- PointsJamil Muttilib22Grambling Tigers
- AssistsDerrius Ward7Grambling Tigers
- ReboundsJimel Lane6Grambling Tigers
- PointsMichael James23Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils
- AssistsMichael James4Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils
- ReboundsMichael James7Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils
Recent form
Grambling Tigers
Last 10: 3-7Streak W167.1 scored · 69.4 allowed per game2-3 at home
- 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
- W57-47vs Alabama State HornetsFeb 7
Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils
Last 10: 2-8Streak L267.4 scored · 78.2 allowed per game1-5 away
- L77-85at Jackson State TigersMar 6
- L64-67at Alcorn State BravesMar 4
- W70-69at Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden LionsFeb 28
- L62-83at Grambling TigersFeb 24
- W72-71vs Texas Southern TigersFeb 22
- L62-72vs Prairie View A&M PanthersFeb 20
- L55-92at Alabama State HornetsFeb 17
- L65-72at Alabama A&M BulldogsFeb 14
- L66-74vs Alcorn State BravesFeb 10
- L81-97vs Jackson State TigersFeb 7
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 | Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils | Grambling Tigers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 18-52 | 24-55 |
| Field goal % | 35 | 44 |
| Three-pointers | 5-15 | 13-24 |
| Three-point % | 33 | 54 |
| Free throws | 11-17 | 16-24 |
| Free throw % | 65 | 67 |
| Rebounds | 35 | 36 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 11 |
| Defensive rebounds | 22 | 25 |
| Assists | 14 | 15 |
| Steals | 10 | 7 |
| Blocks | 3 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 18 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 9 | 23 |
| Fast-break points | 11 | 6 |
| Points in the paint | 20 | 18 |
| Fouls | 16 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 8 | 29 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 23 | 74 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half19-36Jamil Muttilib makes layup (Devyn Franklin assists)
- 2nd Half19-37Jamil Muttilib makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half19-39Antonio Munoz makes layup (Roderick Coffee III assists)
- 2nd Half21-39Xzayvion Childress makes layup (Samuel Murray assists)
- 2nd Half21-41Devyn Franklin makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half21-42Devyn Franklin makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half21-44Jimel Lane makes 11-foot turnaround jump shot (Derrius Ward assists)
- 2nd Half22-44Michael James makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half23-44Michael James makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half23-46Mekhi Fitts makes layup (Derrius Ward assists)
- 2nd Half25-46X'Zaevion Barnett makes 10-foot floating jump shot (Michael James assists)
- 2nd Half25-47Derrius Ward makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half25-50Roderick Coffee III makes 24-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half28-50Michael James makes 25-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half28-52Derrius Ward makes driving layup
- 2nd Half30-52Daniel Mayfield makes 21-foot pullup jump shot (X'Zaevion Barnett assists)
- 2nd Half31-52Michael James makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half32-52Michael James makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half32-55Jamil Muttilib makes 24-foot three point jumper (Roderick Coffee III assists)
- 2nd Half34-55Michael James makes 11-foot jumper (Xzayvion Childress assists)
- 2nd Half34-58Roderick Coffee III makes 24-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half34-60Jimel Lane makes 9-foot turnaround jump shot (Roderick Coffee III assists)
- 2nd Half34-62Jimel Lane makes 13-foot turnaround jump shot (Roderick Coffee III assists)
- 2nd Half35-62Lamont Sams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half37-62Lamont Sams makes 4-foot floating jump shot (Michael James assists)
- 2nd Half37-65Rickey Ballard makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jamil Muttilib assists)
- 2nd Half39-65Mussa Mzein makes 2-foot hook shot (Lamont Sams assists)
- 2nd Half40-65Michael James makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half43-65Michael James makes 25-foot three pointer (Chance Sutton assists)
- 2nd Half43-67Mekhi Fitts makes 1-foot dunk (Jimel Lane assists)
- 2nd Half44-67Patrick Punch makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half44-68Mekhi Fitts makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half44-69Mekhi Fitts makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half46-69Michael James makes 17-foot jumper
- 2nd Half46-72Roderick Coffee III makes 22-foot three point jumper (Derrius Ward assists)
- 2nd Half46-75Mekhi Fitts makes 23-foot three point jumper (Derrius Ward assists)
- 2nd Half48-75Michael James makes driving layup
- 2nd Half48-77Jimel Lane makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half50-77Jonathan Pace makes 2-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half52-77Jonathan Pace makes 3-foot dunk (Michael James assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Grambling Tigers, below favours Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils.
Venue
- Gateway CenterCollege Park, GA
- Attendance807
- OfficialsChris King, Alfred Smith, John Johnson
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