Bulldogs are Rebels Consistently Stay in Top 25 Rankings

Both the Bulldogs (No.14) and Rebels (No. 23) have stayed in the NCAA Top 25 College Basketball Team rankings.

Mississippi State’s men’s basketball team has maintained its spot in the top 25 rankings this season due to strong defense, depth, and key individual performances. The Bulldog’s have been particularly impressive in their wins against Memphis and Vanderbilt. With their win against Vanderbilt, the Bulldogs opened up conference play 1-0 and moved up to No. 14 in the polls. Key players like returning star Josh Hubbard have been dominating the scoreboard. New players Riley Kugel and RJ Melendez have not been shy in making a name for themselves. They have stepped up, and the team has shown resilience in high-pressure games. State is one of the more consistent teams in the country so far. Tune in this Saturday, January 11th at 7:30 PM, to watch No. 14 State play No. 6 Kentucky in Starkville.

Ole Miss, meanwhile, has made a strong case for its top 25 ranking through excellent teamwork and a balanced offensive approach. The Rebels have been able to consistently score from multiple positions on the floor, and their ability to close out games has been crucial in maintaining their ranking. With a mix of experienced upperclassmen and promising underclassmen, Ole Miss has stayed competitive in the tough SEC, pulling off key wins against ranked opponents while demonstrating solid defense and depth in their rotation. Their consistency and strong leadership have helped them stay in the conversation among the nation’s elite teams. Tune in this Saturday, January 11th at 5:00 PM, to watch No. 23 State play LSU in Oxford.

Author administrator Corinne Ellington