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Mississippi State’s Josh Hubbard, Jessika Carter sweep Howell and Gillom Trophies

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8 months ago

March 11, 2024

www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2024-03-11 15:07:26

SUMMARY: Mississippi State basketball stars Josh Hubbard and Jessika Carter earned the Howell and Gillom trophies, respectively. Carter, a senior forward averaging a double-double this season, broke records as a three-time finalist, while Hubbard set a new freshman scoring benchmark as a prolific point guard. Both surpassed previous Mississippi State achievements, with Carter hitting over 1,500 career points and 1,000 rebounds and Hubbard scoring 521 points in a season. Meanwhile, both the men‘s and women’s teams face challenges ahead, with the men’s team hoping to break a losing streak and the women awaiting their postseason fate. The awards are named in honor of Mississippi basketball legends Bailey Howell and Peggie Gillom-Granderson.

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Southern Miss men’s basketball opens season with 77-68 win over Bowling Green

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3 hours ago

November 5, 2024

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www.supertalk.fm – Hunter Dawkins – 2024-11-05 06:06:00

SUMMARY: The Southern Miss men‘s basketball team kicked off the 2024-25 season with a 77-68 victory over Bowling Green in the Mid-American Conference-Sun Belt Conference Challenge at Reed Green Coliseum. Christian Watson’s early three-pointer set the tone, helping the Golden Eagles maintain the lead throughout the game. All five starters scored in double digits, with Watson leading with 17 points. Defensively, Southern Miss forced 13 turnovers and recorded 10 blocks and 9 steals. Coach Jay Ladner acknowledged areas for improvement, particularly in transition defense. The team will face UAB next on Thursday at 6:30 p.m. CT.

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Mississippi State, Ole Miss open men’s basketball season with blowout wins

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3 hours ago

November 5, 2024

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www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2024-11-05 06:03:00

SUMMARY: Mississippi State and No. 24 Ole Miss celebrated successful opening nights for the 2024-25 season. Mississippi State dominated West Georgia 95-60, led by Josh Hubbard’s 26 points and Claudell Harris, Jr.’s 20. The Bulldogs shot 55% from the field and excelled in the paint, despite being slightly outrebounded. They next face Georgia State. Ole Miss defeated Long Island 90-60, with Jaylen Murray scoring 24 points. The Rebels also had strong contributions from new transfers and outperformed the Sharks in rebounding and bench scoring. They will play Grambling State next. Both games will air on the SEC Network.

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Previewing college basketball in Mississippi ahead of Monday’s tipoff

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15 hours ago

November 4, 2024

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www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2024-11-04 17:22:00

SUMMARY: College basketball in Mississippi returns, providing fans of Mississippi State, Ole Miss, and Southern Miss a break from a challenging football season. Mississippi State, under coach Chris Jans, aims to improve on last season’s 21-14 record, featuring a strong returning core and several transfer additions. Ole Miss, in year two of Chris Beard’s tenure, also looks to bounce back from a 20-12 season with a mix of veteran players and new transfers. Southern Miss seeks redemption after a disappointing season, relying on veteran guards and transfers to enhance their lineup. Both teams kick off their seasons Monday night.

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