Jackson State's trip to the R.W. Harrison HPER Complex on February 7, 2026, ended in a resounding 97-81 victory over Mississippi Valley State, with Jayme Mitchell Jr. stealing the show. The talented forward poured in 39 points and grabbed 13 rebounds, leading his team to a convincing win. CHD Scout had predicted a narrow Jackson State victory by 0.6 points, but the actual margin of 16 points far exceeded expectations.
Jayme Mitchell Jr. Becomes First Jackson State Player to Score 39 Points and Grab 13 Rebounds in a Single Game This Season
The first half set the tone for the game, with Jackson State taking a 45-38 lead into the break. Mississippi Valley State's Michael James kept his team in the game, scoring 19 of his 32 points in the first half. However, Jackson State's balanced attack and Mitchell Jr.'s dominance proved too much for the Delta Devils to handle. Dorian McMillian added 23 points for Jackson State, while Dionjahe Thomas chipped in with 13 points and 12 rebounds.
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Mississippi Valley State's Daniel Mayfield joined James in a valiant effort, scoring 30 points, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Tigers' potent offense. Jackson State's 52-point second half sealed the deal, as they pulled away from their hosts. The win marked a strong conference performance for Jackson State, who improved to 7-16 on the season.
The victory has real consequences for Jackson State's resume, as it counts as a Quadrant 4 win. While not particularly impactful, it does help to bolster their overall record and provides a much-needed confidence boost. For Mississippi Valley State, the loss drops them to 1-22 and marks another Quadrant 4 defeat. The Delta Devils want to regroup and find ways to compete against their conference foes.
As the season wears on, Jackson State will aim to build on this performance and make a push for a stronger finish. With Mitchell Jr. leading the charge, they have the potential to cause some upsets and make some noise in the conference standings. For now, they can savor this decisive win and look to carry the momentum forward.