Mississippi State's Josh Hubbard Named to All-SEC Third Team

Bulldog star breaks SEC and school records in standout junior season.

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

Josh Hubbard, a standout junior guard for the Mississippi State Bulldogs men's basketball team, has been named to the All-SEC Third Team after another impressive season. Hubbard averaged 22 points, 2.5 rebounds, 3.6 assists, and 1.3 steals per game, while breaking the SEC record for most consecutive games with a made three-pointer and the Mississippi State career record for most three-pointers made.

Why it matters

Hubbard has emerged as the face of the Mississippi State basketball program, leading the Bulldogs to the NCAA Tournament in two of his three seasons. His continued excellence and record-breaking performances have made him one of the top players in the SEC and a key part of the Bulldogs' success.

The details

Hubbard had a dominant junior season, highlighted by several record-breaking performances. He broke the SEC record for most consecutive games with a made three-pointer at 69 games, and he also broke the Mississippi State career record for most three-pointers made. Hubbard had several 40-point games, including a 46-point outburst against Auburn where he set the single-game school record with nine made three-pointers.

  • Hubbard broke the SEC record for most consecutive games with a made three-pointer earlier this season.
  • Hubbard broke the Mississippi State career record for most three-pointers made in a game against Ole Miss.
  • Hubbard scored 46 points against Auburn, setting the Mississippi State single-game record with nine made three-pointers.
  • Hubbard closed out the regular season by scoring 42 points against Georgia.

The players

Josh Hubbard

A standout junior guard for the Mississippi State Bulldogs men's basketball team who has emerged as one of the top players in the SEC.

Barry Stewart

The previous Mississippi State record holder for most career three-pointers made, a record that Hubbard has now broken.

Bailey Howell

The Mississippi State record holder for most points scored in a single game, a record that Hubbard came close to breaking this season.

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What’s next

Hubbard and the Bulldogs will take on Auburn on Wednesday at 2 p.m. as they look to make a deep run in the SEC Tournament and secure another NCAA Tournament berth.

The takeaway

Josh Hubbard's continued excellence and record-breaking performances have cemented his status as one of the top players in the SEC and a key part of the Mississippi State basketball program's success. His ability to excel on the court and make an impact in the community has made him a beloved figure in Starkville.