Top-Ranked Auburn Faces No. 15 Mississippi State in SEC Matchup
Auburn aims to extend its eight-game winning streak as Mississippi State looks to rebound after a tough loss to Kentucky.
- Auburn, ranked No. 1, holds a strong 15-1 record and is undefeated in SEC play at 3-0 this season.
- Mississippi State, ranked No. 15, enters the game at 14-2 and seeks to recover from a recent loss to No. 9 Kentucky.
- Auburn's standout player Johni Broome, who leads the team in scoring, rebounding, assists, and blocks, is sidelined with an ankle injury.
- Mississippi State's offensive depth is led by guard Josh Hubbard, averaging 17 points per game, with multiple players contributing consistently.
- The game highlights contrasting strengths: Auburn's home dominance and efficient shooting versus Mississippi State's balanced scoring and three-point threat.