Tournament
The Mississippi State men’s basketball team had a big win on Sunday, November 24th, when they defeated Washington State 76-64 in the Hall of Fame Tip-Off Tournament. The Bulldogs were led by senior guard Tyson Carter, who scored a game-high 25 points. Carter was supported by sophomore forward Reggie Perry, who added 16 points and nine rebounds.
The Bulldogs started off the game strong, taking a 10-point lead in the first half. However, the Cougars fought back and tied the game at halftime. In the second half, Mississippi State pulled away and never looked back. They outscored Washington State 44-34 in the second half to secure the victory.
The Bulldogs were able to take advantage of their size and athleticism to dominate the boards, outrebounding the Cougars 41-30. Mississippi State also shot well from beyond the arc, making 11 of their 22 three-point attempts.
The win was a big one for Mississippi State, as it was their first victory in the tournament. It was also a big win for head coach Ben Howland, who is in his second season with the Bulldogs. Howland has been trying to rebuild the program since he took over in 2017, and this win is a sign that he is making progress.
The Bulldogs will now face off against the winner of the other semifinal game between North Carolina State and Providence. The championship game will take place on Tuesday, November 26th.
This win is a great start to the season for Mississippi State, and it shows that they have the potential to be a competitive team this year. With a strong performance in the Hall of Fame Tip-Off Tournament, the Bulldogs could be on their way to a successful season.
