Fri Mar 21 16:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Mississippi State Bulldogs Begin NCAA Tournament Run Against Baylor

**Raleigh, NC** – Mississippi State’s basketball team begins its quest for an NCAA Tournament title this Friday at 11:15 am CT against Baylor in Raleigh, North Carolina. The game will be broadcast on CBS.

Coach Chris Jans addressed the media Thursday, previewing the matchup. The Bulldogs enter the tournament following a strong SEC Tournament performance, highlighted by a decisive 91-62 victory over LSU. However, their recent record also includes close losses to Texas (87-82 in overtime) and Arkansas (93-92). Despite the narrow defeats, the team’s confidence remains high as they head into the national tournament. The article also briefly mentions the team’s recruiting efforts, including their pursuit of four-star quarterback Brodie McWhorter.

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