SUMMARY: No. 22 Mississippi State defeated No. 22 Ole Miss 81-71, achieving a sweep over their in-state rival. The Bulldogs showcased a balanced attack with five players scoring in double figures, led by RJ Melendez with 17 points. Ole Miss struggled with aggression and rebounding, allowing Mississippi State to exploit their weaknesses and dominate the boards, securing 16 second-chance points. Ole Miss, although starting strong, faltered towards the end of the first half and couldn’t recover. Coach Chris Beard acknowledged his team’s lack of intensity, while Mississippi State’s Chris Jans praised his squad’s communication and resilience. Both teams remain NCAA Tournament contenders.

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SUMMARY: No. 19 Ole Miss and No. 22 Mississippi State are set to clash for the second time this season in a highly anticipated matchup, showcasing the impact of coaches Chris Beard and Chris Jans on Mississippi basketball. Ole Miss (19-6, 8-4 SEC) aims to avenge an earlier overtime loss, bolstered by recent strong performances, including a historic win over Kentucky. Conversely, Mississippi State (17-7, 5-6 SEC) has struggled lately, losing four of their last six games. Both teams are looking to sharpen their respective weaknesses: Ole Miss on rebounding, and Mississippi State on defending against three-point shots. The rivalry remains fierce as Mississippi State leads the all-time series 151-120.

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SUMMARY: The Mississippi Senate passed the “In-Person Early Voting Act,” allowing a 15-day “no excuse” early voting period, reducing the current 45-day absentee requirement. While the Republican-authored bill received bipartisan support, Governor Tate Reeves opposes it, claiming it could increase voter fraud and labels the initiative a “Democrat priority.” Senator Jeremy England defends the legislation, noting it aligns Mississippi with 47 other states that allow early voting. Despite Reeves’ criticisms, England argues that convenience in voting is essential. The bill, having passed with a 39-12 vote, awaits consideration in the House, where England hopes for a veto-proof majority.

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