Grambling State clinched the SWAC males’s common season title for the second consecutive yr following a 69-60 victory over Bethune-Cookman on Monday evening on the Fredrick C. Hobdy Meeting Heart. The win ensures the Tigers would be the No. 1 seed within the upcoming SWAC Males’s Basketball Match in Birmingham, Alabama.
The accomplishment marks Grambling State’s third common season title since head coach Donte Jackson took over this system in 2017. Three gamers who scored in double figures highlighted the workforce’s success: Jourdan Smith led with 17 factors, Tra’Micahel Moton with 14 factors, and Jalen Johnson with 11. Antwan Burnett was additionally a key participant, practically reaching a double-double with 13 rebounds and 9 factors.
The Tigers (16-13, 13-3 SWAC) play took management of the sport early on. Regardless of trailing 12-11 within the first half, they captured a lead with a layup by Mikael Stevenson and maintained their benefit all through the sport. A big 12-4 run earlier than halftime helped Grambling State to a 35-26 lead, which they prolonged to double figures within the second half, ultimately securing their largest lead of 17 factors.
Bethune-Cookman (15-15, 10-7 SWAC) tried a late rally however might solely slim the hole to seven factors, permitting Grambling State to win. The Tigers have been environment friendly from the sector, capturing 41.5 p.c general and a powerful 50.0 p.c from three-point vary.
The Tigers will conclude their common season on the highway with video games towards Alabama A&M on Thursday in Huntsville and Alabama State on Saturday in Montgomery.
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