Grambling Tigers vs Jackson State Tigers Picks and Predictions for Tuesday March 10 2026
The Grambling Tigers and Jackson State Tigers meet in the SWAC Tournament Second Round on Tuesday night at Gateway Center in College Park, Georgia. Tip-off is scheduled for 8:30 PM ET with television coverage on ESPN+. Jackson State earned a tournament bye and enters the matchup rested, while Grambling advanced through the first round to reach this stage of the tournament. At the time of this writing the odds were not released. Be sure to check out our free college basketball picks for more expert analysis and daily betting predictions.
Grambling Tigers Look to Build on First-Round Momentum
Grambling enters the second round with a 14-18 overall record and a 7-11 mark in SWAC play. The Tigers advanced in the tournament after recently winning over Mississippi Valley State 77-52 in the first round. Over their last five games Grambling has recently won over Mississippi Valley State, recently won over Alabama State, recently lost to Alabama A&M, recently lost to Florida A&M, and recently lost to Bethune-Cookman, showing mixed results but gaining momentum at the right time with their tournament victory.
On the season, Grambling averages 70.3 points per game while allowing 70.2 points per contest. The Tigers shoot 43% from the field, collect 33.4 rebounds per game, and average 12.0 assists per contest. Defensively they create pressure with 8.1 steals and 2.8 blocks per game, which helps them generate extra possessions and disrupt opposing offenses.
In the first-round victory over Mississippi Valley State, Jamil Muttilib led Grambling with 22 points, providing an efficient scoring effort that helped the Tigers pull away in the second half. Jimel Lane led the team with 6 rebounds, helping Grambling slightly edge the rebounding battle. A key tournament takeaway from that game was Grambling’s excellent three-point shooting, as the Tigers hit 13-of-24 from beyond the arc, a level of efficiency that could be crucial if they want to challenge the rested Jackson State squad.
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Jackson State Tigers Enter Fresh After Bye
Jackson State comes into the second round with an 11-20 overall record and a 10-8 SWAC record, earning a tournament bye after finishing strong in conference play. In their last five games the Tigers have recently won over Mississippi Valley State, recently won over Arkansas-Pine Bluff, recently lost to Texas Southern, recently lost to Prairie View, and recently lost to Alcorn State, showing improvement late in the regular season.
The Tigers average 70.6 points per game while allowing 84.8 points per contest this season. Jackson State shoots 39% from the field, grabs 33.6 rebounds per game, and averages 10.5 assists per contest. Defensively they contribute 6.1 steals and 2.9 blocks per game, relying on aggressive play to create scoring opportunities.
In their most recent game, an 85-77 win over Mississippi Valley State, Jayme Mitchell Jr. led the Tigers with 27 points, converting 11-of-12 free throws and playing a major role in the comeback win. Delyle Williams led the team on the boards with 7 rebounds, helping Jackson State control the glass and limit second-chance opportunities. One key factor heading into this matchup is Jackson State’s free throw performance, as the Tigers shot 40-of-50 from the line in that game, demonstrating an ability to capitalize on opportunities late in games.
Grambling Tigers vs Jackson State Tigers Pick
Grambling Tigers vs Jackson State Tigers Spread Pick
- Pick: Grambling Tigers Moneyline
Grambling enters this matchup with strong momentum after a dominant first-round performance, and their ability to stretch the floor with outside shooting could create problems for Jackson State’s defense. While Jackson State benefits from the bye, Grambling already has tournament rhythm and showed strong offensive execution in their opening game. If the Tigers replicate their shooting performance and maintain defensive pressure, they have a strong chance to pull off the upset.
Grambling Tigers vs Jackson State Tigers Total Pick
- Pick: Over
I like the over in this matchup because both teams have shown the ability to push the tempo and generate points in bunches. Jackson State’s defensive numbers suggest they allow plenty of scoring opportunities, while Grambling just demonstrated efficient shooting in the first round. With both teams capable of creating extra possessions through steals and aggressive play, I expect the pace to lead to a higher-scoring contest.
Final Score Prediction: Grambling Tigers 74, Jackson State Tigers 71
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