Grambling’s Decisive Victory
In a decisive performance, Grambling secured an 83-62 victory against Mississippi Valley State on Monday night, showcasing the talents of its players. Antonio Munoz led the charge with an impressive 21 points, connecting on 6 of 11 field goals, including a three-pointer, while making 8 of 14 attempts from the free-throw line. This win brings Grambling’s record to 12-15 overall, with a conference standing of 6-8 in the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC).
Key Player Contributions
Jimel Lane also had a significant impact on the game, achieving a double-double with 18 points and gathering 10 rebounds, solidifying the team’s dominance. Roderick Coffee III contributed 11 points along with seven assists and three steals, while Derrius Ward came off the bench to score 10 points, including two 3-pointers.
Mississippi Valley State’s Struggles
For the Delta Devils, who are struggling this season with a record of just 2-27 and 1-14 in the conference, Michael James stood out, finishing the night with 19 points, eight rebounds, and four assists. Xzayvion Childress and Daniel Mayfield also made contributions, scoring 12 and 11 points, respectively. James’s performance was crucial as he scored 11 points by halftime, helping keep the game competitive at the break, with Grambling leading narrowly at 38-36.
Looking Ahead
Mississippi Valley State recently snapped a long losing streak with a narrow 72-71 win against Texas Southern, but they were unable to capitalize on that momentum in this outing against Grambling.
The outcome emphasizes the Tigers’ improving form as they look to climb higher in the standings as the season progresses.
