Mississippi State turned missed shots into stops and rebounds, riding defense and physical play to a 72–53 win over Oklahoma.

Josh Hubbard poured in 30 points to lead Mississippi State to a 72-53 win over Oklahoma In a Southeastern Conference tilt on Wednesday in Starkville, Miss.

They made only two 3-pointers, the first from star guard Josh Hubbard. In fact, they attempted only three 3-pointers in the second half and 15 in the game. Hubbard was MSU’s leading scorer with 30 points, his second straight 30-point game and third of the season.

Texas basketball played Mississippi State on Jan. 3, 2026, at Moody Center. Find a replay and highlights here.

Sam Purcell has Mississippi State women's basketball playing at a high level again, led by Madison Francis, Favour Nwaedozi and Jaylah Lampley.

Mississippi State guard Jayden Epps scored a season-high 27 points. Texas guard/forward Dailyn Swain recorded 34 points and 14 rebounds before fouling out with 1:42 left in the second half. Chendall Weaver's 3-pointer with 8:57 remaining gave Texas its first lead since midway in the first half.

Mississippi State opens SEC play at Texas needing wins to climb back into the NCAA Tournament picture and improve its NET ranking.

Mississippi State basketball had a poor start to the season but has won four straight games entering SEC play.

Kim Caldwell expects Alyssa Latham to return from a shoulder injury for Lady Vols basketball at Mississippi State on Jan. 8.

The Bulldogs host the Sooners in their first home conference game after beating the Sooners' biggest rival on Saturday.