Morehouse Maroon Tigers Hold off Tuskegee Golden Tigers in Clash of SIAC Contenders

ATLANTA — In a highly anticipated matchup between two of the top men's basketball programs in the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SIAC), the Morehouse College Maroon Tigers protected their home court with a 77–69 victory over the Tuskegee University Golden Tigers at the Frank L. Forbes Arena.

With the Maroon Tigers entering the day in first place in the SIAC East Division and the Golden Tigers pacing the SIAC West, Morehouse relied on timely three-point shooting and a steady parade to the free-throw line to extend their impressive run of form. The team has now won nine straight games in 2026 and boasts a 9–1 record over the last 10 games, while remaining unbeaten in the SIAC East Division (8–0).

The afternoon's festivities also doubled as a celebration of Morehouse basketball legacy, as nine former Maroon Tigers were inducted into the Basketball Den of Honor at halftime in front of an announced crowd of 1,637 supporters.

Standout Performances

For Morehouse, junior guard Elijah Jones led the way with a game-high 22 points, including a perfect 8-for-8 showing from the free-throw line.

On the Tuskegee side, sophomore guard Malik Johnson paced the Golden Tigers with 20 points, and junior forward Devin Mitchell contributed 16 points and 8 rebounds.

"This was a hard-fought battle between two of the best teams in the SIAC," said Morehouse head coach James Hines. "I'm proud of the way our guys competed and executed down the stretch to secure the victory in front of our home crowd."

HBCUConnect Perspective: This thrilling clash between Morehouse and Tuskegee showcases the rich basketball heritage and intense rivalries that exist within the HBCU community. As the premier online destination for HBCU alumni and supporters, HBCUConnect.com takes great pride in highlighting the achievements of student-athletes from these historically Black institutions, who continue to make their mark on the court and in their communities. Moments like this demonstrate the unwavering passion and school pride that define the HBCU experience, and we're excited to share this story with our engaged audience.

Originally reported by SIAC Sports.