Jackson State erased a 15-point deficit to beat Tulane 87-85 on the road, giving coach Trey Johnson his first win with the Tigers. Daeshun Ruffin sank two free throws with 1.6 seconds left after Tulane was assessed an administrative technical foul, and Dorian McMillian defended the final shot to seal the victory.

By the Numbers
  • Final score: Jackson State 87, Tulane 85.
  • Jackson State’s largest deficit: 15 points.
  • McMillian led the Tigers with 23 points and seven rebounds; Mike Williams added 20 points off the bench.
  • Ruffin finished with 17 points and eight assists.
Yes, But

The game was decided by a late administrative technical foul after the teams had tied at 85. Tulane still had a chance to force overtime, but McMillian contested TJ Nadeau’s buzzer-beater and made it miss.

What’s Next

Jackson State visits Mississippi State on Monday night in Starkville, with the game airing on SEC Network+.

Bottom Line

Jackson State turned a double-digit hole into a road win by staying within striking distance and delivering in the final seconds.