Mississippi State Bulldogs End Losing Streak with Dominant Win Over LSU

The Bulldogs snap a five-game skid with an 80-66 victory over the Tigers in Baton Rouge.

Jan. 29, 2026 at 3:55am

The Mississippi State Bulldogs ended their five-game losing streak with a dominant 80-66 win over the LSU Tigers in Baton Rouge on Wednesday night. The Bulldogs controlled the game from start to finish, leading by as many as 16 points in the second half.

Why it matters

This win is a much-needed boost for the Bulldogs, who had been struggling mightily in recent weeks. The victory could provide the team with some much-needed momentum as they look to turn their season around and make a push for postseason play.

The details

Mississippi State jumped out to an early lead and never looked back, leading by as many as 16 points in the second half. The Bulldogs were led by a balanced scoring attack, with four players scoring in double figures. LSU was unable to mount a serious comeback, as the Bulldogs' defense stifled the Tigers' offense throughout the game.

  • The game was played on Wednesday, January 29, 2026.

The players

Mississippi State Bulldogs

The men's basketball team from Mississippi State University.

LSU Tigers

The men's basketball team from Louisiana State University.

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What’s next

The Bulldogs will look to build on this win as they continue their SEC schedule, with their next game coming against the Alabama Crimson Tide on Saturday, February 1.

The takeaway

This victory could be a turning point for the Bulldogs, who have struggled to find consistency this season. If they can build on this performance, they could make a late-season push for a spot in the NCAA Tournament.