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Grambling Tigers Edge Northern Illinois 89–87 Behind Miranda’s 29

Grambling State men’s basketball opened the 2026–27 season with an 89–87 win over Northern Illinois, led by Isaiah Miranda’s 29 points, eight rebounds and three blocks.

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Grambling State men's basketball defeated Northern Illinois 89–87 on Monday to open the 2026–27 season.

Grambling Tigers guard Isaiah Miranda scored 29 points, grabbed eight rebounds and blocked three shots. Teammate Dwayne Pierce added 19 points on 8-of-15 shooting — including 1 of 3 from 3-point range — and made 2 of 5 free throws. Isaiah Howard made 4 of 8 field goals and all five free throws for 13 points.

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Northern Illinois Huskies guard Trevor Polite led his team with 15 points. Nino Carter-Smith added 13 points and David Douglas Jr. scored 12.

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