No. 17 Mississippi State dominated South Carolina in an 85-50 victory during Saturday’s SEC opener. Josh Hubbard led the Bulldogs with 21 points, while Claudell Harris contributed 17 points to the win. Mississippi State got off to a strong start with a 15-2 run in the beginning and maintained a commanding 43-18 lead at halftime. On the other side, Zachary Davis scored a career-high 22 points for South Carolina, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the Bulldogs’ strong performance.
The loss snapped South Carolina’s seven-game win streak, leaving them with a 10-4 record on the season. The Gamecocks will look to bounce back as they host No. 5 Alabama on Wednesday at 7 p.m. This matchup will be a tough test for South Carolina as they try to regroup after the lopsided defeat to Mississippi State.
Mississippi State’s victory further solidifies their position as a top team in the SEC with a 13-1 record. The Bulldogs showcased their offensive firepower and defensive prowess in the win over South Carolina, demonstrating their ability to compete at a high level in one of the toughest conferences in college basketball. The team will look to build on this impressive performance as they continue their pursuit of a successful season.
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