Grambling State defeated Jackson State in a thrilling 70-62 back-and-forth affair at the Prudential Center on Saturday afternoon in the third annual HBCU Legacy Classic. The score was level after 20 minutes of play in a dynamic game that saw 11 different lead changes. The Tigers had an edge in the second half, though, outscoring the Tigers 41-33.
Tra’Michael Moton led the scoring for Grambling State with 19 points, while Jalen Johnson added another 15. The Tigers’ ability to generate opportunities at the charity stripe was crucial to their success. They drew 15 personal fouls on the defense, which led to 16 points (80% shooting) from the free throw line. Efficiency metrics evaluated the offense at an average of 1.16 points scored per possession on 57% true shooting.
Jackson State was led by Ken Evans, who recorded 15 points and five boards. The Tigers shot 23-of-65 from the field and 7-of-29 from behind the arc. That contributed to their game average of 1.01 points per possession on 44% true shooting.
- Grambling State recorded a new season-high seven blocks
- The game pace (possessions per 40 minutes) of 60.8 was a season-low for Jackson State
- 11 lead changes and five ties were recorded in the game
Each team has its next game on Feb. 5. Grambling State heads to Davey L. Whitney Health & Physical Education Complex to take on Alcorn State, where the Tigers will look for a repeat of their success here this afternoon. Meanwhile, Jackson State will try to turn things around when they take on Southern at the Lee E. Williams Athletics and Assembly Center.
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