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With all the coaching talk going on, you almost forget that MSU Basketball is in full effect. The Bulldogs came away with a solid win today over Alabama State. Jarvis Varnado had a huge game setting serveral career records.

Varnado recorded several career highs in the game, including 22 points on a career-most 10 made field goals in just 13 attempts. Leading the SEC in rebounding and the nation in blocks, Varnado notched nine boards and eight swats. He now stands as the SEC’s sixth most prolific blocker in league history.

Junior guard Ravern Johnson also set a career record with 21 points.

Following just behind Varnado was outstanding sophomore shooting guard Ravern Johnson, who also set a new career mark in points scored with 21 on a career-best seven field goals made. Johnson also drained 3-of-4 three-pointers and grabbed five rebounds. Rounding out State scorers in double digits was freshman point guard Dee Bost with 10, who also had five assists. Junior Barry Stewart had five assists as well.

Mississippi State hopes to extend its 9-game home win streak to 10 when Charlotte visits The Hump Wednesday at 6pm.

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