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Rutgers looking to continue winning ways against Mississippi State

Rutgers basketball faces Mississippi State on Saturday at the Prudential Center.

For the first time this season, Rutgers basketball will square off with Mississippi State on Saturday afternoon. Entering this matchup, the Scarlet Knights have won two straight and are 7-2 in non-conference play. However, the Bulldogs have thrived in non-conference games and are hungry for a win.

So far this season, the Bulldogs have been led by Josh Hubbard, who is averaging 16 points a game. He has also gotten some help from Jimmy Bell Jr., who has been a rebonds machine. The talented duo have made the Bulldogs formidable.

 

As Rutgers looks to record their eighth win, they will need their stars to dominate. That includes Cliff Omoruyi, who is averaging 11.7 points a game and Aundre Hyatt, who is averaging 11.5 points a game. They will play a key role in limiting the Bulldogs offense.

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Additionally, Rutgers will be playing at the Prudential Center for the second time this season, where they are 1-0. In their only game at the Prudential Center, they beat Seton Hall 70-63 in the Garden State Showcase.

While both teams have plenty to prove, Mississippi State is the favorite in this game, according to ESPN analytics. That has only given Rutgers added motivation. A win on Saturday would be huge for Rutgers as they prepare for Big Ten play, which starts on January 3.

Basketball Recruiting: 3 schools add 4-star Senior prospects

The 4-star recruits include Dennis Evans, Rashaud Marshall and Josh Hubbard.

While we still don’t have aĀ decision from Bronny James, some of the top remaining undecided Seniors in the nation are beginning to make their college commitments. Over the last few days, three schools have picked up four-star recruits for their basketball programs.

Hillcrest (Calif.) C Dennis Evans: Louisville

On Sunday, Hillcrest center Dennis EvansĀ committed to Louisville.

The Cardinals are getting an elite shot-blocker and freakish physical specimen with a 77″ wingspan. During his varsity career, EvansĀ averaged 5.4 blocks per gameĀ to go with 9.8 rebounds and 10.3 points per game.

Evans (7-foot-1, 210 pounds) isĀ ranked No. 4 among centersĀ and No. 38 overall in his class.

Evans also had offersĀ from Minnesota, TCU, Florida State, Kansas, San Diego State, Texas, UC Riverside and Illinois. After getting his commitment, Louisville’s class of 2023 now ranks No. 12 in the nation.

Madison (MS) PG Josh Hubbard: Mississippi State

Madison point guard Josh Hubbard announced his commitment to Mississippi State the next day.

The Bulldogs won out over 12 other schools that made offers, including LSU and Ole Miss. Hubbard (5-foot-10, 180 pounds) is the top-ranked recruit in Mississippi, plus No. 15 at his position and No. 89 overall in his class.

Blytheville (Ark.) C/PF Rashaud Marshall: Ole Miss

Later in the day, Blytheville big man Rashaud Marshall announced his commitment to Mississippi.

Marshall also had offers from Arkansas State, Saint Louis, TCU, Texas A&M, Tulsa and Florida State.

Marshall (6-foot-9, 215 pounds) is also ranked as the top player in his state. Going by the composite rankings where he’s listed as a center, he’s ranked No. 11 at his position and No. 85 overall in his class.

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