Jarrett lifts Jackson St. past Alabama St. 79-54
JACKSON, Miss. -- — Tristan Jarrett had 22 points as Jackson State extended its winning streak to 11 games, rolling past Alabama State 79-54 on Saturday.
Jonas James had 17 points and six assists for Jackson State (11-5, 11-0 Southwestern Athletic Conference). Cainan McClelland added 12 points and five steals, and Darrian Wilson had 11 points.
Brandon Battle had 14 points and 13 rebounds for the Hornets (4-14, 4-14), whose losing streak stretched to six games. LaTrell Tate added 10 points and DJ Jackson had eight rebounds.
The Tigers improve to 2-0 against the Hornets on the season. Jackson State defeated Alabama State 60-44 on Jan. 4.
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Game Information
2023-24 Southwestern Athletic Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grambling | 14-4 | - | 21-15 |
| Alcorn State | 13-5 | 1 | 14-18 |
| Southern | 12-6 | 2 | 18-14 |
| Texas Southern | 12-6 | 2 | 16-17 |
| Bethune-Cookman | 11-7 | 3 | 17-17 |
| Jackson State | 11-7 | 3 | 15-17 |
| Alabama A&M | 9-9 | 5 | 12-23 |
| Arkansas-Pine Bluff | 8-10 | 6 | 13-18 |
| Alabama State | 8-10 | 6 | 13-19 |
| Prairie View A&M | 5-13 | 9 | 10-21 |
| Florida A&M | 4-14 | 10 | 6-23 |
| Mississippi Valley State | 1-17 | 13 | 1-30 |
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