ITTA BENA – (Men's Basketball) The Mississippi Valley State University Delta Devils clinched a pivotal victory over the Grambling State Tigers. MVSU coasted to an 84-80 regulation victory.

The Delta Devils' backs were against the wall, while the Tigers are fighting for a hosting position in the conference tournament, starting next week. The score at the end of the first half was 39-all.

The second half proved to be an epic battle as both teams fought to outmaneuver the opposition. MVSU managed to edge past GSU 45-41 to secure the win, bringing them one step closer to securing their place in the tournament.

Marcus Romain finished with 24-points, six-rebounds, two assists and one steal. Isaac Williams scored 20-points, three-rebounds and two assists.