Cook rallies Southern to 59-58 victory over Florida A&M

JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — Zeke Cook scored 17 points and made the first of two free throws with eight seconds remaining to lift Jackson State over Florida A&M 59-58 on Monday night.

Cook added 10 rebounds, three steals, and three blocks for the Tigers (6-14, 5-2 Southwestern Athletic Conference). Coltie Young had 11 points, while Chase Adams scored 10.

Jordan Tillmon had 13 points and four assists to pace the Rattlers (3-15, 1-6). Jaylen Bates added 12 points and three steals. Noah Meren scored 11 with three steals.

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Both teams next play Saturday. Jackson State visits Grambling while Florida A&M hosts Alabama A&M.

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