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Mississippi State
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University of Mississippi
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68
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The Mississippi State Bulldogs suffered a heartbreaking 68-67 loss to their in-state rivals, the University of Mississippi Rebels, in an NCAA basketball thriller on January 18, 2026. This nail-biting finish in Starkville was decided by a single point, underscoring the intensity of the SEC rivalry. The game was a defensive struggle for long stretches, with both teams finding points hard to come by. Mississippi State held a narrow lead for much of the second half, but Ole Miss staged a late comeback. The pivotal moment came in the final minute, as the Rebels executed a crucial score to take the lead, followed by a defensive stand that prevented the Bulldogs from answering. The atmosphere was electric throughout, reflecting the high stakes of the conference matchup. This result had immediate implications for the SEC league table, boosting Ole Miss's conference record while dealing a blow to Mississippi State's hopes. Post-match, the Ole Miss coach praised his team's resilience, while the Bulldogs' coach lamented the missed opportunities in the closing seconds that cost them the game.

Mississippi State vs University of Mississippi Live Score, Stats & Results

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The Mississippi State vs University of Mississippi fixture is part of the NCAA during the 2025-2026 season. Follow live scores, NCAA fixtures, match statistics, NCAA standings and NCAA match results for Mississippi State vs University of Mississippi on Tiger Scores 365.

Match Date: Jan 18, 2026

Competition: NCAA

Country: United States

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