Grambling State University narrowly lost to 24th-ranked Ole Miss, ending the game 66-64. Despite leading 33-25 at halftime, Ole Miss mounted a second-half comeback that Granting State couldn’t overcome. Mikale Stevenson topped the Tigers with 16 points while Kintavius Dozier, Ernest Ross, and James Flippin each added double digits. The key to the game was Grambling's 22 turnovers, overshadowing their nearly 50 percent shooting performance and rebounding advantage.

By the Numbers
  • Grambling State shot 46.1% (21-of-45) from the field and 47.4% (9-of-19) from three-point range.
  • GSU committed 22 turnovers, while Ole Miss managed only six.
Yes, But

Grambling showed they can compete with ranked teams, but the significant number of turnovers ultimately cost them the game. The contrast in the turnover count highlighted a critical area for improvement.

State of Play
  • Grambling State is currently 1-1 for the season after this narrow defeat.
  • Ole Miss remains undefeated at 2-0 following the win.
What's Next

The Tigers will need to focus on reducing their turnover rate and maintaining their shooting efficiency as they progress in the season. Future games may provide opportunities to further develop their offensive and defensive strategies.

Bottom Line

Grambling State's close match against a ranked opponent signals competitive potential. However, they must address their turnover issues to convert such tight contests into victories moving forward.