Walton scores 19, Memphis defeats Jackson State 94-77
MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- — Jaykwon Walton had 19 points in Memphis' 94-77 season-opening victory against Jackson State on Monday night.
Walton added five rebounds and three steals for Memphis. David Jones scored 15 points while going 5 of 12 (4 for 7 from 3-point range). Jordan Brown had 11 points and shot 5 of 7 from the field and 1 for 3 from the line.
Jackson State was led by Ken Evans, who recorded 18 points, nine rebounds and two steals. Chase Adams added 16 points and four assists for Jackson State. In addition, Coltie Young had 13 points.
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Memphis' next game is Friday against Missouri on the road, and Jackson State visits San Diego on Wednesday.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- Zelton Steed
- Mike Terry
- Wesley Ford
2024-25 Southwestern Athletic Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama A&M | 0-0 | - | 3-1 |
| Grambling | 0-0 | - | 1-2 |
| Prairie View A&M | 0-0 | - | 1-2 |
| Bethune-Cookman | 0-0 | - | 1-3 |
| Mississippi Valley State | 0-0 | - | 1-3 |
| Texas Southern | 0-0 | - | 1-3 |
| Arkansas-Pine Bluff | 0-0 | - | 1-4 |
| Alabama State | 0-0 | - | 0-2 |
| Florida A&M | 0-0 | - | 0-3 |
| Southern | 0-0 | - | 0-3 |
| Alcorn State | 0-0 | - | 0-4 |
| Jackson State | 0-0 | - | 0-4 |
2024-25 American Athletic Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Carolina | 0-0 | - | 4-0 |
| Memphis | 0-0 | - | 3-0 |
| North Texas | 0-0 | - | 3-0 |
| Wichita State | 0-0 | - | 3-0 |
| Rice | 0-0 | - | 3-1 |
| Temple | 0-0 | - | 3-1 |
| Tulane | 0-0 | - | 3-1 |
| Tulsa | 0-0 | - | 3-1 |
| Charlotte | 0-0 | - | 2-1 |
| Florida Atlantic | 0-0 | - | 3-2 |
| South Florida | 0-0 | - | 2-2 |
| UAB | 0-0 | - | 2-2 |
| UTSA | 0-0 | - | 1-2 |
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