Jackson State Tops Mississippi Valley State 85-77
Thursday, March 5, 2026, 8:30 PM ET · Lee E. Williams Athletics and Assembly Center
Jackson State Tigers 85, Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils 77, 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 Jackson State Tigers?
Jackson State Tigers beat Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils 85-77 at Lee E. Williams Athletics and Assembly Center on March 5, 2026.
Who was favored in Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils vs Jackson State Tigers?
Jackson State Tigers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -575 (about 85% implied). The favorite won.
In a competitive matchup, the Jackson State Tigers secured a victory over the Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils with a final score of 85-77. This game, held at the Lee E. Williams Athletics and Assembly Center, showcased Jackson State's ability to maintain their dominance over Mississippi Valley State, extending their head-to-head record to 3-0 this season. The Tigers previously defeated the Delta Devils 97-81 on February 7, 2026, and also claimed victories in their earlier meetings in the 2025 season.
Jackson State entered the game with a record of 11-20, having recently achieved a 4-6 mark over their last ten games, including a win against the Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions just two days prior. Their average scoring during this stretch was 76.7 points per game, while they allowed an average of 80.4 points. The Tigers showed a mixed performance at home, with a 3-2 record in their last five games at the Lee E. Williams Athletics and Assembly Center.
On the other hand, Mississippi Valley State struggled throughout the season, finishing with a record of 3-29. They had a 2-8 record in their last ten games, with their most recent outing resulting in a loss to the Alcorn State Braves. The Delta Devils averaged 66.7 points per game while allowing 77.5 points during this stretch. Their away performance mirrored their overall struggles, as they also posted a 1-4 record in their last five away games.
The market, as provided by DraftKings, had Jackson State favored by 11.5 points, with a total set at 144.5. The odds reflected a strong belief in Jackson State's ability to secure a win, as indicated by their -575 moneyline, while Mississippi Valley State was listed at +425.
The game conditions were typical for this time of year, with both teams looking to capitalize on their respective strengths. Jackson State's recent form suggested they would look to leverage their scoring capabilities, while Mississippi Valley State aimed to improve their defensive efforts.
As the game unfolded, Jackson State took control, leading most of the way. Key moments included free throws from Jalen Tatum and Devin Ree in the closing minutes, which helped the Tigers maintain their lead. The final scoring plays emphasized Jackson State's ability to convert crucial free throws under pressure, sealing their victory.
Overall, this matchup highlighted the contrasting trajectories of both programs, with Jackson State continuing to assert their dominance in the series against Mississippi Valley State.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | JKST -11.5 | 144.5 o -115 / u -105 | Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils +425 · Jackson State Tigers -575 |
Leaders
- PointsJayme Mitchell Jr.27Jackson State Tigers
- AssistsDelyle Williams4Jackson State Tigers
- ReboundsDelyle Williams7Jackson State Tigers
- PointsMichael James22Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils
- AssistsMichael James4Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils
- ReboundsSamuel Murray8Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils
Recent form
Jackson State Tigers
Last 10: 4-6Streak W176.7 scored · 80.4 allowed per game3-2 at home
- 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
- L66-69vs Grambling TigersJan 31
Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils
Last 10: 2-8Streak L166.7 scored · 77.5 allowed per game1-4 away
- 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
- L70-78vs Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden LionsJan 31
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 | Jackson State Tigers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 22-43 | 19-49 |
| Field goal % | 51 | 39 |
| Three-pointers | 9-18 | 7-18 |
| Three-point % | 50 | 39 |
| Free throws | 24-30 | 40-50 |
| Free throw % | 80 | 80 |
| Rebounds | 25 | 34 |
| Offensive rebounds | 3 | 15 |
| Defensive rebounds | 22 | 19 |
| Assists | 15 | 8 |
| Steals | 3 | 7 |
| Blocks | 3 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 7 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Points off turnovers | 6 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 10 | 16 |
| Points in the paint | 22 | 22 |
| Fouls | 30 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 7 | 8 |
| Lead changes | 7 | 7 |
| Time in front | 70 | 18 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half52-49Daniel Mayfield makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-50Jalen Tatum makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-51Jalen Tatum makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-51Patrick Punch makes 26-foot three point jumper (Lamont Sams assists)
- 2nd Half55-52Jayme Mitchell Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-53Jayme Mitchell Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-53Michael James makes 23-foot three point jumper (Samuel Murray assists)
- 2nd Half58-55Dionjahe Thomas makes layup (Jayme Mitchell Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half58-56Dionjahe Thomas makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half58-57Delyle Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-57Michael James makes 19-foot jumper
- 2nd Half60-58Jalen Tatum makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-58Samuel Murray makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-60Jalen Tatum makes driving layup
- 2nd Half61-61Jalen Tatum makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half64-61Michael James makes 27-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half64-64Devin Ree makes 26-foot three point jumper (Delyle Williams assists)
- 2nd Half66-64Xzayvion Childress makes layup (Samuel Murray assists)
- 2nd Half66-67Jayme Mitchell Jr. makes 23-foot three point jumper (Delyle Williams assists)
- 2nd Half67-67Daniel Mayfield makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-69Devin Ree makes driving layup
- 2nd Half69-69Daniel Mayfield makes layup (Lamont Sams assists)
- 2nd Half69-71Devin Ree makes 16-foot jumper (Delyle Williams assists)
- 2nd Half69-72Devin Ree makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-73Devin Ree makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-74Jayme Mitchell Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-75Jayme Mitchell Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-75Daniel Mayfield makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-77Jayme Mitchell Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half72-77Lamont Sams makes 2-foot dunk (Patrick Punch assists)
- 2nd Half72-79Jayme Mitchell Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half74-79Michael James makes driving layup
- 2nd Half75-79Michael James makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half75-80Jalen Tatum makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-81Jalen Tatum makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-82Devin Ree makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-83Devin Ree makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half77-83Xzayvion Childress makes driving layup
- 2nd Half77-84Jayme Mitchell Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half77-85Jayme Mitchell Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Jackson State Tigers, below favours Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils.
Venue
- Lee E. Williams Athletics and Assembly CenterJackson, MS
- Attendance1196
- OfficialsTalmadge Scott, Kelly Davis, Erroll Lewis
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