Mississippi Valley State University handed Texas Southern its third consecutive loss in a 71-65 contest at Harrison HPER Complex on Saturday evening. The Devilettes went into halftime with a 37-26 lead and were able to hold off the Lady Tigers for the final 20 minutes.
Sh’Diamond McKnight was electric in this one, scoring 31 points to lead the way for Mississippi Valley State University. Despite McKnight’s performance, the team collectively struggled shooting the ball. They shot 36% from the field while scoring just 0.86 points per possession. Their shooting woes were alleviated by a relentless pursuit on the boards. Their 19 offensive rebounds led to 17 big second chance points.
Jaida Belton recorded 14 points and 12 rebounds to lead the way for Texas Southern. As a team, the Lady Tigers shot 39% (24-of-61) from the field and 24% (4-of-17) from distance. Their shooting was part of larger offensive struggles that contributed to the loss. Texas Southern only mustered 0.78 points per possession on 45% true shooting.
- MVSU’s defense buoyed their offense, scoring 28 points off of 25 Texas Southern turnovers
- Texas Southern recorded assists on 29% of attempted field goals
- The Devilettes led from start to finish; there were zero lead changes or ties
Each team has its next game on Feb. 26. Mississippi Valley State University faces Prairie View A&M at Harrison HPER Complex, where the Devilettes will look to extend their winning streak. Meanwhile, Texas Southern will try to turn things around when they take on SWAC foe Arkansas-Pine Bluff at H.O. Clemmons Arena.
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