No. 22 Mississippi State Bulldogs rallied to beat No. 19 Ole Miss Rebels 81-71 in a dominant performance on the road. The Bulldogs overcame a slow start to take control of the game in the first half and never looked back. State’s resilience and toughness were on full display as they secured their third consecutive SEC road win. With a record of 18-7 and 6-6 in SEC play, Mississippi State continues to impress away from home with a 4-2 record in league play on the road.
State’s victory was highlighted by their strong performance on both ends of the court, outshooting the Rebels and dominating the boards. Five players scored at least 10 points and seven players had six points or more, showcasing the team’s balanced offense. RJ Melendez led the way with 17 points, while KeShawn Murphy and Cameron Matthews stood out on the boards with eight rebounds each.
Mississippi State will look to carry their momentum into their next game against Texas A&M at home on Tuesday, February 18th. The Bulldogs will aim to continue their success in conference play and further solidify their position in the SEC standings. Tip-off is scheduled for 6 p.m. CT at The Hump and the game will be televised on SEC Network.
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