Southern Jaguars Edge Jackson State in Overtime Thriller
Monday, February 2, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · Lee E. Williams Athletics and Assembly Center
Southern Jaguars 96, Jackson State Tigers 91, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Southern Jaguars vs Jackson State Tigers?
Southern Jaguars beat Jackson State Tigers 96-91 at Lee E. Williams Athletics and Assembly Center on February 2, 2026.
Who was favored in Southern Jaguars vs Jackson State Tigers?
Southern Jaguars were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -238 (about 70% implied). The favorite won.
In a thrilling overtime contest, the Southern Jaguars narrowly defeated the Jackson State Tigers with a final score of 96-91. This matchup, held at the Lee E. Williams Athletics and Assembly Center, showcased the competitive spirit of both teams, with Southern managing to secure victory despite a closely contested game.
The Jaguars came into this game with a record of 9-13, while the Tigers had a record of 6-16. Southern's recent form had been mixed, with a record of 4-6 in their last ten games, and they were on a one-game losing streak prior to this matchup. They averaged 72.5 points scored and allowed 77.8 points during this stretch. In contrast, Jackson State had a record of 5-5 over their last ten games, also on a one-game losing streak, but they had a higher scoring average of 74.7 points while allowing 83.3 points.
At home, Jackson State had a record of 3-2 in their last five games, while Southern had a record of 2-4 in their last five away games. This home-court advantage was expected to play a role in the outcome, but the Jaguars proved resilient in hostile territory.
Historically, these teams had met once before in the 2025 season, where Southern won 91-89, indicating a competitive rivalry. The injury report did not provide specific details on player absences, but both teams were expected to field their regular lineups, which added to the anticipation of the game.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Southern favored by 5.5 points, with a total set at 152.5. The odds reflected the close nature of the matchup, with Southern's moneyline at -238 and Jackson State's at 195. These figures indicated that the Jaguars were seen as the stronger team heading into the game.
The conditions for the game were typical for a basketball matchup, with both teams looking to capitalize on their strengths. Fans were treated to a high-scoring affair, with both teams pushing the tempo and creating scoring opportunities.
The game itself was a back-and-forth battle, culminating in overtime. Key moments included Daeshun Ruffin making crucial free throws and Terrance Dixon Jr. contributing significant points in the extra period. The scoring plays in overtime highlighted the intensity of the contest, with Southern pulling ahead through a series of free throws and layups.
Ultimately, the Southern Jaguars emerged victorious, improving their record to 10-13, while Jackson State fell to 6-17. This game not only showcased the talent on both sides but also underscored the unpredictability of college basketball, where every game can change the trajectory of a season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SOU -5.5 | 152.5 o -108 / u -112 | Southern Jaguars -238 · Jackson State Tigers +195 |
Leaders
- PointsDaeshun Ruffin35Jackson State Tigers
- AssistsDaeshun Ruffin8Jackson State Tigers
- ReboundsJayme Mitchell Jr.8Jackson State Tigers
- PointsFazl Oshodi26Southern Jaguars
- AssistsMichael Jacobs10Southern Jaguars
- ReboundsAJ Barnes11Southern Jaguars
Recent form
Jackson State Tigers
Last 10: 5-5Streak L174.7 scored · 83.3 allowed per game3-2 at home
- 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
- L72-82vs Norfolk State SpartansDec 20
Southern Jaguars
Last 10: 4-6Streak L172.5 scored · 77.8 allowed per game2-4 away
- L73-78at Alcorn State BravesJan 31
- W80-69vs Mississippi Valley State Delta DevilsJan 28
- L74-75vs Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden LionsJan 24
- W71-53at Grambling TigersJan 17
- W77-73at Bethune-Cookman WildcatsJan 13
- L59-67at Florida A&M RattlersJan 11
- L85-89vs Prairie View A&M PanthersJan 6
- W84-73vs Texas Southern TigersJan 3
- L55-90at Illinois Fighting IlliniDec 29
- L67-111at Baylor BearsDec 21
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 | Southern Jaguars | Jackson State Tigers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 33-71 | 27-65 |
| Field goal % | 46 | 42 |
| Three-pointers | 8-21 | 13-31 |
| Three-point % | 38 | 42 |
| Free throws | 22-34 | 24-31 |
| Free throw % | 65 | 77 |
| Rebounds | 45 | 39 |
| Offensive rebounds | 16 | 11 |
| Defensive rebounds | 29 | 28 |
| Assists | 24 | 12 |
| Steals | 8 | 5 |
| Blocks | 8 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 15 | 13 |
| Fast-break points | 22 | 11 |
| Points in the paint | 44 | 18 |
| Fouls | 23 | 25 |
| Largest lead | 21 | 3 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 97 | 1 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half74-54Michael Jacobs makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-54Michael Jacobs makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-55Jayme Mitchell Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-56Jayme Mitchell Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-56Malek Abdelgowad makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-58Daeshun Ruffin makes driving layup
- 2nd Half76-59Daeshun Ruffin makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half76-62Jayme Mitchell Jr. makes 26-foot three point jumper (Daeshun Ruffin assists)
- 2nd Half78-62Brandon Hardy makes layup (DaMariee Jones assists)
- 2nd Half78-64Daeshun Ruffin makes 10-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half78-67Devin Ree makes 28-foot three point jumper (Daeshun Ruffin assists)
- 2nd Half79-67DaMariee Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half79-68Kobe Butler makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half79-69Kobe Butler makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half79-72Daeshun Ruffin makes 27-foot three point jumper (Jayme Mitchell Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half79-73Jayme Mitchell Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half79-74Jayme Mitchell Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half80-74DaMariee Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half81-74DaMariee Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half83-74Malek Abdelgowad makes layup (Michael Jacobs assists)
- 2nd Half83-75Daeshun Ruffin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half83-76Daeshun Ruffin makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half83-77Dorian McMillian makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half83-80Tamarion Hoover makes 27-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half84-80Malek Abdelgowad makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half84-81Daeshun Ruffin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half84-82Daeshun Ruffin makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half84-84Daeshun Ruffin makes layup
- OT84-86Daeshun Ruffin makes driving layup
- OT84-87Daeshun Ruffin makes free throw 1 of 1
- OT87-87AJ Barnes makes 29-foot three point jumper (Michael Jacobs assists)
- OT89-87Michael Jacobs makes layup (AJ Barnes assists)
- OT89-88Daeshun Ruffin makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT91-88DaMariee Jones makes layup (Michael Jacobs assists)
- OT93-88Terrance Dixon Jr. makes 1-foot dunk (AJ Barnes assists)
- OT94-88Terrance Dixon Jr. makes free throw 1 of 1
- OT94-90Jayme Mitchell Jr. makes driving layup
- OT94-91Daeshun Ruffin makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT95-91Fazl Oshodi makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT96-91Fazl Oshodi makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Jackson State Tigers, below favours Southern Jaguars.
Venue
- Lee E. Williams Athletics and Assembly CenterJackson, MS
- Attendance1055
- OfficialsJames Hicks, Keith Kimble, Michael Smith
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