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Jackson State wins 71-63 against Alcorn State

By  THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
 
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JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — Shannon Grant had 25 points in Jackson State’s 71-63 victory against Alcorn State on Saturday night.

Grant also added four blocks for the Tigers (10-17, 10-4 Southwestern Athletic Conference). Keiveon Hunt scored 16 points and added five assists. Daeshun Ruffin shot 3 of 6 from the field and 4 of 4 from the free-throw line to finish with 10 points.

Marcus Tankersley led the Braves (8-18, 8-6) in scoring, finishing with 18 points. Jalyke Gaines-Wyatt added 13 points and five assists for Alcorn State. Mike Pajeaud finished with 12 points.

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Both teams next play Saturday. Jackson State hosts Texas Southern and Alcorn State plays Prairie View A&M at home.

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