Mississippi State’s men’s basketball program has completed the planning of its home schedule for the upcoming 2026‑27 campaign, setting the stage for a season that blends familiar SEC rivalries with a demanding non‑conference road.
SEC home battles loom large
Within the conference, the Bulldogs will host Alabama, Florida and Kentucky, turning their home arena into a fortress for the traditional SEC powers.
A loaded non‑conference slate
Three fresh non‑conference matchups have been added to the schedule: a home game against Jackson State on November 9, a contest with Mississippi Valley State on December 15, and a December 28 showdown versus Campbell.
Beyond those additions, the Bulldogs will test themselves against a varied field that includes Georgia Tech, Alabama A&M, Tennessee Tech, Northwestern State, and a Battle 4 Atlantis tournament that will take them to West Virginia for two games, highlighted by a November 13 meeting with Xavier at the Greenbrier Tipoff in White Sulphur Springs.
The non‑conference schedule also features a December 12 road test at Marquette, giving the team a chance to measure its progress against a traditionally strong Big East opponent.
Coach Jake McMahon and guard Josh Hubbard are expected to anchor the lineup, bringing experience and depth as the team navigates a packed calendar.
The blend of home‑court familiarity and challenging away trips is designed to sharpen the Bulldogs’ competitiveness and prepare them for the rigors of SEC play, with the coaching staff confident that the new additions will bolster depth and versatility.