Lady Braves defeated Jackson State 64-51

JACKSON, MS – Alcorn State women’s basketball delivered a statement win on Saturday afternoon, defeating Jackson State 64-51 at the Williams Center. The Lady Braves (9-16, 7-7 SWAC) secured their second straight victory by dominating the second half, outscoring the Tigers 43-29. Jackson State entered the contest at 11-3 in SWAC play, but Alcorn’s relentless defense and balanced scoring proved to be the difference.

Kiarra Henderson led Alcorn with a game-high 22 points on 10-of-17 shooting while adding seven rebounds and six assists. Destiny Brown recorded a monster double-double with 14 points and 16 rebounds, controlling the glass on both ends of the floor. Kailyn Watkins and Dalayja Hurt-Floyd provided key contributions off the bench, combining for 14 points. The Lady Braves’ depth played a major role, as their bench outscored Jackson State’s reserves 41-12.

Despite a slow start offensively, Alcorn exploded for 29 points in the third quarter, shooting 72.2% from the field to take control of the game.

GAME RECAP
First Quarter – Jackson State 11, Alcorn 8

• Both teams struggled offensively in the opening period, with neither squad shooting above 30%.
• Brown set the tone early, pulling down five rebounds in the quarter.
• Jackson State capitalized at the free-throw line, scoring five of their 11 points from the stripe.

Second Quarter – Alcorn 21, Jackson State 22

• The Lady Braves continued to push the tempo, cutting the deficit to one at halftime.
• Henderson scored six points in the quarter, providing a needed offensive spark.
• Alcorn’s defense locked in, holding Jackson State to just 33% shooting from the field.

Third Quarter – Alcorn 50, Jackson State 33

• The Lady Braves put together their best quarter of the season, outscoring Jackson State 29-11.
• Henderson and Brown controlled the paint, combining for 14 points in the period.
• Watkins and Hurt-Floyd each hit key three-pointers, extending Alcorn’s lead to double digits.
• The defense forced five turnovers, limiting Jackson State’s offensive flow.

Fourth Quarter – Alcorn 64, Jackson State 51

• Jackson State attempted a comeback, but Alcorn’s defense held firm, limiting the Tigers to just two made three-pointers.
• Backus sealed the win with a deep three-pointer in the final minute, capping off an impressive second-half performance.
• The Lady Braves finished the game shooting 44.1% from the field while holding Jackson State to 35.3%.

BY THE NUMBERS

• 22 – Kiarra Henderson led all scorers with 22 points, shooting 58.8% from the field.
• 16 – Destiny Brown dominated the boards, grabbing a game-high 16 rebounds to go along with 14 points.
• 41 – Alcorn’s bench played a major role, contributing 41 points in the win.
• 38 – The Lady Braves outscored Jackson State 38-24 in the paint, controlling the interior.
• 72.2% – Alcorn shot a blistering 72.2% in the third quarter to take command of the game.

UP NEXT
The Lady Braves will return home to face Texas Southern on Thursday, February 27, at the Davey L. Whitney Health & Physical Education Complex. Tip-off is set for 6 p.m. CST.