Mississippi State Defeats No. 15 Tennessee 77-62
Kharyssa Richardson scored 21 points to lead mississippi State to a 77-62 victory over No. 15 Tennessee on Thursday, January 29, 2026. The game took place at Humphrey Coliseum in Starkville, Mississippi.
Richardson shot 9-for-11 from the field, scoring 16 of her points in the second half. Trayanna Crisp contributed 15 points, five rebounds, and three steals for the Lady Bulldogs. Madison Francis recorded a double-double with 12 points and 10 rebounds, adding two blocks. favour Nwaedozi also scored 10 points.
Tennessee was led by Jasmine Powell with 18 points. Tamari Key added 12 points and 8 rebounds for the Lady Volunteers.
Mississippi state (16-7 5-5 in the Southeastern conference) outscored Tennessee 41-28 in the second half. The Lady Bulldogs shot 48.3% (29 of 60) from the field, while Tennessee shot 38.8% (26 of 67). Mississippi State also held a 38-32 rebounding advantage.
This victory marks Mississippi State’s fifth win in Southeastern Conference play. Tennessee falls to 18-5 overall and 7-3 in conference games.
Game details are available at Fox Sports.
