In a competitive matchup held on Monday, Alcorn State emerged victorious against Prairie View A&M, securing a 78-70 win, largely thanks to Jalyke Gaines-Wyatt’s impressive performance, where he contributed 17 points.
Gaines-Wyatt effectively made 4 of his 8 attempts from the field, including hitting 2 out of 4 from beyond the arc, and maintained excellent free-throw shooting, going 7 of 8. This victory places the Braves at a record of 3-15 overall and 3-2 in the Southwestern Athletic Conference.
Keionte Cornelius added to the team’s success with 15 points. He recorded 5 successful shots from 11 attempts, which included 2 of 8 from three-point territory, and also capitalized on 3 of 4 from the charity stripe. Marcus Tankersley further bolstered the team’s score by contributing 14 points, having shot 5 of 7 from the field and 4 of 6 from the free-throw line.
On the opposing side, Jordan Tillmon stood out for Prairie View A&M, leading his team with a robust 26 points alongside two steals. Tanahj Pettway also made his mark by scoring 14 points and recording three steals, while Braelon Bush added 12 points, complemented by six assists and two steals, making for an intense individual effort, despite the loss.
Looking ahead, both teams are set to compete again on Saturday. Alcorn State will be hosting Florida A&M, while Prairie View A&M will be traveling to face Alabama State in their upcoming games.