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Jackson State Downs Alcorn State 72-69 - Match Report

Jackson State got 20 points from Keiveon Hunt as they ran past Alcorn State 72-69 on Saturday at David L. Whitney Complex.

Jackson State got 16 points from Daeshun Ruffin and another 13 points from Jayme Mitchell Jr.. Daeshun Ruffin contributed 4 assists, while Romelle Mansel cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.

Alcorn State got a 25-point performance from Marcus Tankersley, who was supported by 10 points from Djahi Binet. Marcus Tankersley had 2 assists in a losing cause for Alcorn State, while Marcus Tankersley grabbed 8 rebounds.

Jackson State was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.

The rebound battle favored Alcorn State as they grabbed 31 boards, while Jackson State only had 28

Jackson State heads into a battle against Alabama State. Alcorn State, meanwhile, will have their next action against Alabama A&M.