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Mississippi State Bulldogs to Face Bethune-Cookman Wildcats at Humphrey Coliseum in Men's Basketball Showdown

As the Mississippi State Bulldogs prepare to host the Bethune-Cookman Wildcats at Humphrey Coliseum, fans are buzzing with anticipation for what promises to be an electrifying game of basketball. The Bulldogs have been on a tear recently, and their performance has been nothing short of dominant.


Dec 3, 2023; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs forward D.J. Jeffries (0) dunks during the second half against the Southern Jaguars at Humphrey Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-USA TODAY Sports

Looking back at their recent games, it's clear that MSST is a force to be reckoned with. On December 17th against North Texas Mean Green, they showcased their defensive prowess by limiting UNT to just 54 points while racking up an impressive 72 points themselves. Their ability to convert turnovers into points was particularly noteworthy as they scored 22 points off turnovers compared to UNT's mere two.


The offensive efficiency of MSST was also on full display during their matchup against Murray State Racers on December 14th. They managed an astounding field goal percentage of nearly 59 percent and sunk over one-third of their three-point attempts. This kind of shooting accuracy can demoralize any defense and will likely be a key factor against COOK.


Perhaps most impressive was the Bulldogs' explosive performance on December 9th when they took down Tulane Green Wave with a staggering scoreline of 106-76. Their fast break execution led them to score 16 fast break points, while their assists-to-turnover ratio stood at an excellent value above two.


The Wildcats should not be underestimated though; every game is a new opportunity for underdogs to rise up. However, given MSST's recent form and home-court advantage where they've shown great comfort and command, it would take something extraordinary from COOK to upset the Bulldogs in Starkville.


Fans are eager for this matchup which is scheduled for New Year’s Eve at Humphrey Coliseum with tip-off set for 3:00 PM local time (8:00 PM GMT). Those unable or unwilling to brave the winter chill can catch all the action live via internet broadcast on SEC Network+. With such compelling storylines and high stakes involved, this is one game you won't want to miss as we close out the year with some thrilling college basketball action!

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