HOUSTON -- Mississippi Valley State had a great first half performance Sunday at the University of Houston, but the Cougars rallied to defeat the Delta Devils, 80-53, at the Hofheinz Pavilion. 

After a first half that included five ties, the Cougars led 40-33 at intermission before closing out the Delta Devils 40-20 in the second half. 

Three Delta Devils scored in double-figures, led by Isaac Williams who matched a career high with 12 points. Jordan Washington and Jeffrey Simmons each added 11 points for Valley. Vacha Vaughn chipped in eight points and a team-high nine rebounds. 

MVSU will be playing in its final non-conference game Wednesday at Iowa State. Then, the Delta Devils will play their first SWAC opponent when they travel to Arkansas-Pine Bluff on Saturday.