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Mississippi State Bulldogs quarterback Kamario Taylor (1) celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Mississippi Rebels in the first half at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field.

The Mississippi House passed a bill that would exempt college athletes’ NIL earnings from state income tax, potentially boosting recruiting for Mississippi State.

Mississippi State Bulldogs quarterback Kamario Taylor (1) celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Mississippi Rebels in the first half at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field.

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The Mississippi House passed a bill that would exempt college athletes’ NIL earnings from state income tax, potentially boosting recruiting for Mississippi State.

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Mississippi State Bulldogs head coach Chris Jans directs his team against the South Carolina Gamecocks in the first half at Colonial Life Arena.

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With Mississippi State unlikely to reach March Madness, Chris Jans responded to speculation about his future in Starkville.

Mississippi State Forward Kharyssa Richardson (#33), Mississippi State Forward Favour Nwaedozi (#25), Mississippi State Guard Trayanna Crisp (#4) and Mississippi State Forward Madison Francis (#40) during the game between the LSU Tigers and the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Humphrey Coliseum in Starkville, MS.

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Mississippi State enters the SEC Tournament as the No. 13 seed after a 72-63 loss to LSU. The Bulldogs likely need a win over Florida to strengthen their NCAA Tournament résumé.

Mississippi State Forward Madison Francis (#40) during the game between the Texas A&M Aggies and the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Reed Arena in College Station, TX.

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On the NCAA Tournament bubble and sitting No. 12 in the SEC standings, Mississippi State hosts No. 6 LSU with postseason positioning at stake.

Mississippi State Bulldogs head coach Chris Jans reacts to a call against the South Carolina Gamecocks in the first half at Colonial Life Arena.

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With the SEC Tournament approaching, Mississippi State hoped to reset at home. Instead, Missouri dominated from start to finish in an 88-64 win.

Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (12) goes on a fast break during the second half against the Alabama Crimson Tide at Coleman Coliseum.

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With its NCAA hopes fading, Mississippi State faces a pivotal matchup vs. Missouri before a daunting road trip to Florida.

Mississippi State senior guard Trayanna Crisp drives past a Texas A&M defender during Thursday night's game against the Aggies.

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Mississippi State led in the fourth quarter but couldn’t close, falling to Texas A&M despite big nights from Madison Francis and Chandler Prater.

Mississippi State Forward Favour Nwaedozi (#25) during the game between the Texas Longhorns and the Mississippi State Bulldogs at the United Supermarkets Arena in Austin, TX.

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Mississippi State enters its final two games on the NCAA Tournament bubble, starting with a key road test at Texas A&M on Thursday.

Alabama guard Latrell Wrightsell Jr. (3) and Alabama guard Houston Mallette (95) defend Mississippi State forward Achor Achor (99) as he works for a shot in the lane at Coleman Coliseum. Alabama defeated Mississippi State 100-75.

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Mississippi State couldn’t keep up with Alabama’s shooting barrage in a 100-75 road loss that was decided well before halftime.

Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (12) handles the ball as Auburn Tigers guard/forward Kevin Overton (1) and forward Filip Jovic (38) defend during the second half at Humphrey Coliseum.

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A look at Alabama ahead of Mississippi State’s road trip to Coleman Coliseum, including stats, players to watch, and odds.

Mississippi State Bulldogs players huddle as injured teammate guard Jayden Epps (10) is tended to against the South Carolina Gamecocks in the first half at Colonial Life Arena.

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Mississippi State guard Jayden Epps avoided any major injury after leaving Saturday’s game, though his availability remains uncertain ahead of Alabama.

Texas Longhorns head coach Vic Shaefer signals to players during the first half against the Tarleton State Texans at Moody Center.

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No. 4 Texas brings an elite résumé and a 40-game home winning streak into Sunday’s matchup with Mississippi State. Full preview and TV info.

South Carolina Gamecocks guard Kobe Knox (4) drives past Mississippi State Bulldogs forward Jamarion Davis-Fleming (0) and guard Shawn Jones Jr. (5) in the first half at Colonial Life Arena.

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The Bulldogs shot well and had four players in double figures, but defensive lapses proved costly in Mississippi State’s 97-89 loss at South Carolina.

Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (12) shoots for three as Auburn Tigers guard/forward Kevin Overton (1) defends during the second half at Humphrey Coliseum.

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Mississippi State travels to South Carolina seeking its third straight win as Josh Hubbard continues his dominant scoring stretch.

Mississippi State forward Favour Nwaedozi puts up a shot during Thursday night's game against Florida.

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Madison Francis delivered another dominant performance, but she was alone as Mississippi State struggled with turnovers and urgency in a loss to Florida.

Mississippi State Forward Favour Nwaedozi (#25) during the game between the Missouri Tigers and the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Humphrey Coliseum in Starkville, MS.

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Mississippi State comes in hot after burying 14 threes against Arkansas. Can the Bulldogs keep it rolling against Florida? Full game preview here.

Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (12) reacts during the final seconds of the second half against the Auburn Tigers at Humphrey Coliseum.

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Josh Hubbard scored 46 points, hit a school-record 10 threes and set a new SEC scoring mark as Mississippi State beat Auburn 91-85.

Auburn Tigers forward Keshawn Murphy (3) celebrates after a game against the Florida Gators at Exactech Arena at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center.

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Former Mississippi State standout KeShawn Murphy faces his old team as Auburn visits Humphrey Coliseum.

Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (12) reacts during the second half against the Mississippi Rebels at The Sandy and John Black Pavilion at Ole Miss.

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Josh Hubbard’s historic performance went beyond the record book, showcasing leadership, efficiency and why Mississippi State is built around him.

Mississippi State's Favour Nwaedozi reacts during the Bulldogs' 75-66 win against Arkansas on Monday night.

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A wire-to-wire road win moved Mississippi State forward in the SEC standings, but turnovers dominated the postgame conversation.

Mississippi State Forward Favour Nwaedozi (#25) during the game between the Georgia Bulldogs and the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Humphrey Coliseum in Starkville, MS.

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Mississippi State enters the final five games of the regular season looking to protect its NCAA Tournament position.

Mississippi State Guard Shawn Jones Jr. (#5) during the game between the Ole Miss Rebels and the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Humphrey Coliseum in Starkville, MS.

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Two rivals, two struggling seasons, and one last chance to change the narrative when Ole Miss hosts Mississippi State.

Mississippi State's Madison Francis drives against Georgia.

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Mississippi State placed five players in double figures and used a dominant third quarter to defeat Georgia 85-71 in SEC play.

Mississippi State Forward Madison Francis (#40) during the game between the South Carolina Gamecocks and the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Colonial Life Arena in Columbia, SC.

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Mississippi State sits on the right side of the NCAA Tournament bubble with six games left. Thursday’s matchup with Georgia could shape what comes next.

Mississippi State Bulldogs coach Chris Jans reacts toward guard King Grace during the second half against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Humphrey Coliseum in Starkville, Miss.

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Chris Jans calls for urgency as Mississippi State basketball searches for consistency in SEC play. Bulldogs aim to respond down the stretch.