The Jackson State Tigers pulled off a stunning 80-60 upset over the Florida A&M Rattlers, with Daeshun Ruffin leading the charge with 25 points, 9 rebounds, and 6 assists. This victory marked a 20-point margin, far exceeding the predicted 9.3-point margin in favor of Florida A&M. The Tigers' win was even more impressive considering they were ranked 350 in the NET rankings, 19 spots below the Rattlers' ranking of 331.
Daeshun Ruffin's 25-Point Performance Marks Season High
The game got off to a strong start for Jackson State, with the Tigers taking a 37-23 lead into halftime. The Rattlers struggled to find their footing, shooting just 32% from the field in the first half. In the second half, Jackson State continued to dominate, outscoring Florida A&M 43-37. The Tigers' strong team performance was highlighted by their 45% shooting from the field and 40% from three-point range. Daeshun Ruffin's 25 points led all scorers, and his 9 rebounds helped the Tigers outrebound the Rattlers 38-32. The Rattlers' Micah Octave had a strong game as well, scoring 16 points and grabbing 6 rebounds.
Daeshun Ruffin was the standout performer for Jackson State, with 25 points, 9 rebounds, and 6 assists. He was joined by Jalen Tatum, who scored 15 points, and Jayme Mitchell Jr., who added 14 points. For Florida A&M, Micah Octave led the way with 16 points and 6 rebounds, while Kaleb Washington scored 14 points and grabbed 5 rebounds. Jaquan Sanders also chipped in with 10 points for the Rattlers. The Tigers' balanced attack was key to their success, with three players scoring in double figures.
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The Tigers' 80-60 victory was marked by several impressive statistical performances. Jackson State shot 45% from the field, including 40% from three-point range, while Florida A&M struggled to find their shot, hitting just 38% of their field goal attempts. The Tigers also outrebounded the Rattlers 38-32, with Daeshun Ruffin leading the way with 9 rebounds. The Rattlers turned the ball over 15 times, compared to just 12 turnovers for the Tigers. The 20-point margin of victory was the largest of the season for Jackson State.
The CHD Scout prediction model was way off here, predicting a 71-62 Florida A&M victory. Instead, the Tigers dominated from start to finish, winning 80-60. The predicted margin of 9.3 points in favor of the Rattlers was nowhere close to the actual 20-point margin. The model clearly underestimated the strength of the Jackson State Tigers, who was a formidable opponent. The Tigers' 25-point performance from Daeshun Ruffin was a major factor in the upset, and the model failed to account for his impact.
This upset victory was a major boost to the Jackson State Tigers' resume, as it marked a Quadrant 4 win. Despite being ranked 350 in the NET rankings, the Tigers were able to take down a team ranked 19 spots higher. The loss was also a Quadrant 4 loss for the Florida A&M Rattlers, who fell to 9-14 on the season. The Tigers' win improved their record to 8-17, and they want to build on this momentum in their upcoming games. The Rattlers, on the other hand, must regroup and refocus after this disappointing loss.
The Jackson State Tigers want to carry their momentum into their next game, while the Florida A&M Rattlers will aim to bounce back from this tough loss. The Tigers' next game is scheduled for February 17th, while the Rattlers will take the court again on February 18th. Both teams want to improve their records and make a push for a strong finish to the season.