OXFORD, Miss. — The Alcorn State women's basketball team opened the 2026-27 season Monday with an 80-38 loss to Ole Miss at The Sandy and John Black Pavilion.

The Lady Braves fell behind 10-6 after the opening quarter before Ole Miss extended its advantage with a 26-point second quarter to take a 36-19 lead into halftime. The Rebels continued to pull away in the second half, outscoring Alcorn 44-19.

Jaela Smith and Jada Morgan led Alcorn with eight points apiece. Smith added one rebound, one assist and one blocked shot, while Morgan finished 4-for-4 from the free-throw line and recorded three rebounds and one steal.

Lauren Nelson contributed six points, four assists, three rebounds and two steals. Chrishunti Walker also scored six points and grabbed four rebounds, while Arene Iyekekpolor added four points, one rebound, one assist and two steals.

Ole Miss was led by Jaida Civil with 17 points, six rebounds, five assists and four steals. Jade Tillman recorded 14 points and 11 rebounds, while Jada Richard also scored 14 points.

Alcorn finished the game with 28 rebounds and 11 steals but committed 26 turnovers. Ole Miss held a 48-28 advantage on the glass and forced 26 Alcorn turnovers while committing 14 of its own.

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Alcorn State returns home to host Mississippi University for Women on Wednesday, Nov. 11 at 6 p.m. inside the Davey L. Whitney Complex.