Jackson State Tops Texas Southern in Close Contest
Monday, January 19, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · Lee E. Williams Athletics and Assembly Center
Jackson State Tigers 94, Texas Southern Tigers 89, 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 Texas Southern Tigers vs Jackson State Tigers?
Jackson State Tigers beat Texas Southern Tigers 94-89 at Lee E. Williams Athletics and Assembly Center on January 19, 2026.
Who was favored in Texas Southern Tigers vs Jackson State Tigers?
Jackson State Tigers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -142 (about 59% implied). The favorite won.
In a thrilling matchup at the Lee E. Williams Athletics and Assembly Center, the Jackson State Tigers emerged victorious against the Texas Southern Tigers with a final score of 94-89. This win marked an important moment for Jackson State, who improved their record to 6-13, while Texas Southern fell to 4-14 for the season.
The significance of this fixture lies in the closely matched records of both teams. Jackson State entered the game with a home record of 5-13 and a recent form of 3-7 over their last ten games, while Texas Southern had a slightly lower away record of 4-13. Both teams have struggled throughout the season, making this matchup crucial for morale and momentum.
In terms of recent form, Jackson State had been showing signs of improvement, winning their last game against Prairie View A&M Panthers 82-78. Their scoring average over the last ten games was 71.4 points, but they also allowed an average of 87.0 points per game, indicating defensive vulnerabilities. In their last five games, they managed to score an average of 80.2 points while allowing 88.6 points.
Texas Southern, on the other hand, came into this game on a two-game winning streak, having recently defeated Alcorn State Braves 72-71 and Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils 84-51. Their scoring average over the last ten games was 70.5 points, with an average of 77.4 points allowed. In their last five games, they averaged 72.4 points scored and 72.8 points allowed, showing a more balanced performance compared to earlier in the season.
Historically, the two teams have faced each other twice in the past season, with each team winning one game. In their most recent encounter on March 1, 2025, Jackson State won decisively at home with a score of 67-52. However, in their earlier meeting on January 20, 2025, Texas Southern defeated Jackson State 81-73 at their home court. This fixture added another chapter to their competitive rivalry.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but both teams have had their share of challenges throughout the season. The absence or presence of key players can always impact the dynamics of a game, especially in close contests like this one.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Jackson State favored by 2.5 points, with a total set at 153.5. The odds reflected a competitive matchup, with Jackson State's moneyline at -142 and Texas Southern's at +120, indicating a slight edge for the home team.
Conditions during the game were likely favorable, as the venue provided a home-court advantage for Jackson State. The energy from the crowd and familiarity with the court can often play a significant role in the performance of the home team.
Viewers of the game witnessed a tightly contested battle, with both teams exchanging leads throughout. Jackson State's ability to capitalize on free throws in the closing moments proved crucial, as Dorian McMillian and Jayme Mitchell Jr. made key free throws to secure the victory. The final scoring plays highlighted the intensity of the match, with both teams pushing hard until the final buzzer.
Overall, this game showcased the resilience of Jackson State as they fought to secure a much-needed win, while Texas Southern will look to regroup and build on their recent performances as they continue their season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | JKST -2.5 | 153.5 o -110 / u -110 | Texas Southern Tigers +120 · Jackson State Tigers -142 |
Leaders
- PointsDorian McMillian25Jackson State Tigers
- AssistsDaeshun Ruffin16Jackson State Tigers
- ReboundsDionjahe Thomas12Jackson State Tigers
- PointsBryce Roberts26Texas Southern Tigers
- AssistsZaire Hayes5Texas Southern Tigers
- ReboundsTroy Hupstead15Texas Southern Tigers
Recent form
Jackson State Tigers
Last 10: 3-7Streak W171.4 scored · 87 allowed per game2-2 at home
- 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
- L73-88at Kennesaw State OwlsDec 3
Texas Southern Tigers
Last 10: 3-7Streak W270.5 scored · 77.4 allowed per game1-4 away
- W72-71at Alcorn State BravesJan 17
- W84-51vs Mississippi Valley State Delta DevilsJan 13
- L66-74vs Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden LionsJan 10
- L67-84at Grambling TigersJan 6
- L73-84at Southern JaguarsJan 3
- W80-56vs Huston Tillotson RamsDec 31
- L68-75vs Abilene Christian WildcatsDec 22
- L72-108at NC State WolfpackDec 18
- L53-89at Minnesota Golden GophersDec 14
- L70-82vs Sam Houston BearkatsDec 6
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 | Texas Southern Tigers | Jackson State Tigers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 32-65 | 31-58 |
| Field goal % | 49 | 53 |
| Three-pointers | 8-28 | 8-21 |
| Three-point % | 29 | 38 |
| Free throws | 17-24 | 24-28 |
| Free throw % | 71 | 86 |
| Rebounds | 37 | 32 |
| Offensive rebounds | 15 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 22 | 24 |
| Assists | 17 | 20 |
| Steals | 5 | 6 |
| Blocks | 2 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 13 | 15 |
| Fast-break points | 13 | 17 |
| Points in the paint | 44 | 40 |
| Fouls | 21 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 1 | 11 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 1 | 96 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half59-63Tamarion Hoover makes 25-foot three point jumper (Daeshun Ruffin assists)
- 2nd Half61-63Alex Anderson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half61-64Jayme Mitchell Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-65Jayme Mitchell Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-65Alex Anderson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-65Alex Anderson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-67Daeshun Ruffin makes driving layup
- 2nd Half63-69Dionjahe Thomas makes layup (Daeshun Ruffin assists)
- 2nd Half65-69Alex Anderson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half65-72Tamarion Hoover makes 26-foot three point jumper (Daeshun Ruffin assists)
- 2nd Half67-72Troy Hupstead makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half67-74Raevon Thomas makes layup (Daeshun Ruffin assists)
- 2nd Half67-76Daeshun Ruffin makes 11-foot jumper
- 2nd Half69-76Troy Hupstead makes layup (Zaire Hayes assists)
- 2nd Half69-78Dorian McMillian makes layup (Daeshun Ruffin assists)
- 2nd Half69-79Dorian McMillian makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half71-79Bryce Roberts makes 14-foot jumper (Zaire Hayes assists)
- 2nd Half73-79Alex Anderson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half73-80Daeshun Ruffin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-80Troy Hupstead makes 6-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half75-82Daeshun Ruffin makes 13-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half76-82Duane Posey makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half77-82Duane Posey makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half77-84Daeshun Ruffin makes 14-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half79-84Troy Hupstead makes layup
- 2nd Half79-86Dorian McMillian makes 7-foot floating jump shot (Daeshun Ruffin assists)
- 2nd Half80-86Duane Posey makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half81-86Duane Posey makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half81-89Dorian McMillian makes 23-foot three point jumper (Daeshun Ruffin assists)
- 2nd Half83-89Troy Hupstead makes layup
- 2nd Half84-89Troy Hupstead makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half84-90Dorian McMillian makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half84-91Dorian McMillian makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half85-91Bryce Roberts makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half86-91Bryce Roberts makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half88-91Alex Anderson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half88-92Jayme Mitchell Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half88-93Jayme Mitchell Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half89-93Troy Hupstead makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half89-94Dorian McMillian makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Jackson State Tigers, below favours Texas Southern Tigers.
Venue
- Lee E. Williams Athletics and Assembly CenterJackson, MS
- Attendance654
- OfficialsPatrick Evans, Erroll Lewis, Kael Saloy
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