An HBCU men’s basketball team won a game on Wednesday night in the annual NCAA Tournament . A second-half comeback led the Grambling State University Tigers to an overtime victory over the Montana State University Bobcats in a “First Four” contest in Dayton, Ohio. Jimel Cofer, who averages only 2.8 points for the season, led the Tigers, scoring 19 points in a history-making win. “I just know my team has my back,” Cofer said. “Anybody on this team can get hot at any time. It was just my night.” Jourdan Smith’s final shot in overtime sealed Grambling’s win, 86-81. Additionally, the Tigers advanced in the Midwest Region to play #1 seed Purdue University in Purdue’s home state of Indiana. When asked about his team’s historic achievement, Grambling State head coach Donte’ Jackson called it “incredible.” “It’s what March is made of, baby,” Jackson told the truTV broadcast. “You got to find a way to fight. Stay in the game and have one last run.” HBCUs participate in the NCAA Tournament...
