Mississippi State hosts North Alabama in season opener

Nov 2, 2026, 09:44 am

North Alabama Lions at Mississippi State Bulldogs

Starkville, Mississippi; Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. EST

BOTTOM LINE: Mississippi State starts the season at home against North Alabama.

Mississippi State went 18-13 overall with a 13-5 record at home during the 2025-26 season. The Bulldogs gave up 67.1 points per game while committing 15.9 fouls last season.

North Alabama went 6-9 on the road and 17-14 overall a season ago. The Lions allowed opponents to score 64.0 points per game and shot 38.1% from the field last season.

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