Jackson State men's basketball will face No. 3 Texas Southern in the SWAC Tournament at 2 p.m. on Thursday, March 14 at Bartow Arena after finishing as the No. 6 seed with an 11-7 SWAC record. This marks the third meeting this season between the two teams, each winning at home, and the third in the last four years in the SWAC Tournament. Texas Southern, aiming for a fourth consecutive championship, holds a 51-48 historical lead against Jackson State.

The Big Picture

Both teams have a storied rivalry, with Texas Southern's recent dominance in the SWAC Tournament potentially continuing this year, posing a challenge for Jackson State's goal of securing their first championship since 2006-07.

By the Numbers
  • This will be the 105th meeting between Jackson State and Texas Southern, with Texas Southern holding a 51-48 lead in the series.
  • Ken Evans Jr. scored his 1,000th career point and leads the Tigers in scoring, averaging 18.9 points per game.
State of Play
  • Texas Southern has won the last three SWAC championships and aims for a fourth, with Coach Johnny Jones potentially making history with a fourth consecutive championship.
  • Coach Mo Williams, in his fourth year at Jackson State, has led the team to two successful seasons despite significant player injuries.
What's Next

The SWAC Tournament matchup between Jackson State and Texas Southern will determine which team advances in the quest for the championship and a chance to make history.

Bottom Line

As Jackson State takes on Texas Southern in the SWAC Tournament, the game represents a significant challenge for the Tigers as they aim to overcome historical odds and achieve their first championship in over a decade, led by standout player Ken Evans Jr. and under the coaching of Mo Williams.