Mississippi State Defeats Arkansas 75-66

Bulldogs build big lead, hold off Razorbacks' comeback attempt

Published on Feb. 17, 2026

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Mississippi State jumped out to a 13-0 lead and maintained control throughout, defeating Arkansas 75-66 in SEC women's basketball action. The Bulldogs led by 13 at halftime and extended their advantage to 17 points in the third quarter before Arkansas made a late push, but Mississippi State held on for the victory.

Why it matters

The win gives Mississippi State its second straight victory and keeps the Bulldogs in the hunt in the SEC standings, while Arkansas remains winless in conference play this season.

The details

Mississippi State started the game on a 13-0 run and led by 8 points at the end of the first quarter. The Bulldogs extended their lead to 13 by halftime and pushed it to 17 points in the third quarter before Arkansas mounted a late comeback attempt. However, Mississippi State was able to hold off the Razorbacks' rally and secure the 75-66 win.

  • The game was played on February 17, 2026.

The players

Jaylah Lampley

A Mississippi State player who scored 16 points and grabbed 9 rebounds.

Favour Nwaedozi

A Mississippi State player who recorded a double-double with 13 points and 10 rebounds.

Madison Francis

A Mississippi State player who scored 13 points, grabbed 7 rebounds, and had 2 blocks.

Trayanna Crisp

A Mississippi State player who had 11 points and 5 assists.

Awa Fane

A Mississippi State player who scored 9 points.

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What’s next

Mississippi State will next face Florida on Thursday.

The takeaway

Mississippi State showed its ability to build a big lead and then hold off a late comeback attempt, demonstrating the Bulldogs' resilience and competitiveness in SEC play this season.