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The Reflector

The banana "Bunch" will return to Humphrey Coliseum this year to continue cheering on the Bulldogs.

Love ’em or hate ’em, the Bunch is back

Haylee Morman, Staff Writer November 12, 2024

Whether you like them or not, Mississippi State University basketball fans should recognize “the Bunch” — six guys who make it their mission to attend as many games as possible while wearing banana...

Mississippi State defeats West Georgia in basketball debut

Mississippi State defeats West Georgia in basketball debut

Noah McCord, Sports Editor November 5, 2024

Mississippi State University men’s basketball kicked off its season with a statement, dismantling West Georgia 95-60 in Humphrey Coliseum. The Bulldogs, who have retooled their roster under head coach...

In March, Hubbard became the first freshman to be awarded the Howell Trophy, which is given annually to the best male basketball player in Mississippi.

Q&A with Mississippi State rising star Josh Hubbard

Haylee Morman, Staff Writer October 22, 2024

Mississippi State University's Josh Hubbard is no ordinary athlete. Ranked as ESPN's No. 88 national recruit for the class of 2023, Hubbard claimed the SEC Freshman of the Week honor five times and earned...

Brumfield: Jans looks to lead Mississippi State basketball in a redemption season

Brumfield: Jans looks to lead Mississippi State basketball in a redemption season

Chase Brumfield, Staff Writer October 15, 2024

After a disappointing exit in the first round of last season’s NCAA Tournament to Michigan State, Mississippi State University men's basketball head coach Chris Jans has his sights set on a stronger...

Graduate student Tolu Smith has started 84 of his 85 outings with the MSU Bulldogs.

Bulldogs punch ticket to big dance after SEC tournament wins

Holly Harrison, Staff Writer March 20, 2024

After defeating eight-seeded Louisiana State University 70-60 Thursday afternoon, the ninth-seeded Mississippi State University men’s basketball team advanced to the quarterfinals of the Southeastern...

Head coach Chris Jans’ team stands at a 19-10 overall record.

James: MSU men’s hoops needs offensive utility amid March Madness

Colin James, Staff Writer March 6, 2024

Arguably the best time of year in all of sports is upon us. March Madness is just around the corner for dreams to be made and hearts to be broken. For Mississippi State University’s men’s basketball...

MSU’s Dashawn Davis has started in over 50 career games.

Bulldogs crush LSU in Baton Rouge

Colin James, Staff Writer February 28, 2024

The Mississippi State University men's basketball team went on the road this weekend and defeated Louisiana State University, 87-67, in Baton Rouge Saturday night inside the Pete Maravich Assembly Center. After...

Tolu Smith produced a team-leading 24 points and 6 rebounds for the Bulldogs Wednesday night.

MSU dominates Ole Miss in Humphrey Coliseum slugfest

Noah McCord, Staff Writer February 28, 2024

The rematch between the University of Mississippi and Mississippi State University held at Humphrey Coliseum showed Mississippi State’s prowess and depth. This win proved Mississippi State’s ability...

Graduate guard Dashawn Davis   pushed through Razorbacks defense during his 19 minutes of play in Saturday’s close 71-67 matchup inside Humphrey Coliseum.

MSU men’s hoops survives scare against Arkansas

Colin James, Staff Writer February 21, 2024

Mississippi State University survived a scare against Arkansas, holding the Razorbacks 71-67 in Humphrey Coliseum on Saturday. Do not let the Razorbacks’ record fool you. This is the same team that...

Bulldogs crumble to No. 24 Alabama

Bulldogs crumble to No. 24 Alabama

Daniel Grisham, Contributing Writer February 6, 2024

Mississippi State University men’s basketball continued the slump on the road in a disappointing 99-67 loss to University of Alabama Saturday. https://twitter.com/HailStateMBK/status/1753952084007768152 The...

Courtesy Photo | Matt Dunaway

MSU champions of change: Jerry Jenkins and Larry Fry

Chase Brumfield, Contributing Writer February 6, 2024

As we commemorate Black History Month, the groundbreaking legacies of Jerry Jenkins and Larry Fry illustrate the impressive history of the Mississippi State University men's basketball program. Jenkins...

Bulldogs take down no. 8 Auburn Tigers

Bulldogs take down no. 8 Auburn Tigers

Noah McCord, Staff Writer January 30, 2024

The Mississippi State University men's basketball team showcased resilience and prowess on their home court by securing a hard-fought victory over the eighth-ranked Auburn Tigers. The tightly contested...

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