Heady scores 23 in Bethune-Cookman’s 79-63 victory against Mississippi Valley State

By Canadian Press on January 17, 2026.

Jakobi Heady’s 23 points helped Bethune-Cookman defeat Mississippi Valley State 79-63 on Saturday.

Heady added five rebounds for the Wildcats (6-11, 3-1 Southwestern Athletic Conference). Tyler Andrews scored 19 points, shooting 7 for 11 (4 for 8 from 3-point range) and 1 of 3 from the free-throw line. Jordan Johnson finished with nine points.

The Delta Devils (1-18, 0-5) were led by Michael James, who posted 31 points, four assists and three steals. X’Zaevion Barnett added 10 points for Mississippi Valley State. Patrick Punch had 10 points, four assists and two steals. The Delta Devils prolonged their losing streak to 17 in a row.

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