Auburn Defeats Mississippi State 79-61

Tigers hand Bulldogs another loss in SEC matchup

Mar. 11, 2026 at 9:51pm

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In a Southeastern Conference basketball matchup, the Auburn Tigers defeated the Mississippi State Bulldogs by a score of 79-61. The game took place on March 11, 2026.

Why it matters

This win helps Auburn maintain their position in the SEC standings, while the loss continues a difficult season for Mississippi State, who now fall to 13-18 on the year.

The details

The Tigers were led by a strong offensive performance, with several players scoring in double figures. Mississippi State struggled to keep up, unable to mount a consistent comeback attempt throughout the game.

  • The game was played on March 11, 2026.

The players

Auburn Tigers

The Auburn men's basketball team, a member of the Southeastern Conference.

Mississippi State Bulldogs

The Mississippi State men's basketball team, also a member of the Southeastern Conference.

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The takeaway

This SEC matchup saw Auburn continue their strong season with a decisive victory over Mississippi State, who have struggled to find consistency throughout the year.