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Fears scores 27 as Oklahoma knocks off No. 21 Mississippi State 93-87 to snap a 5-game skid
NORMAN, Okla. — Jeremiah Fears had 27 points and a career-high 10 assists, and Oklahoma defeated No. 21 Mississippi State 93-87 on Saturday to snap a five-game losing skid and revive its NCAA Tournament hopes.
Fears, an 18-year-old freshman, made 7 of 12 field goals and 11 of 14 free throws. It was one of his most efficient performances overall and his second-best scoring effort of the season.
Jalon Moore scored 15 of his 18 points in the second half and Sam Godwin had 17 points and 10 rebounds for the Sooners (17-10, 4-10 Southeastern Conference).
Josh Hubbard scored 19 points and KeShawn Murphy added 16 for Mississippi State (19-8, 7-7), which was coming off wins against ranked opponents Mississippi and Texas A&M.
Mississippi State led 37-34 at halftime, despite 15 points from Fears.
Moore made a 3-pointer, then dunked on a fast break to put the Sooners up 44-41 early in the second half. He hit another 3-pointer to push the margin to 53-48.
Oklahoma’s Brycen Goodine hit a 3-pointer from the corner and was fouled with 4:50 remaining. He made the free throw to put the Sooners up 81-69.
Mississippi State forward RJ Melendez (22) looks to shoots against Oklahoma forward Jalon Moore (14) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025, in Norman, Okla. Credit: AP/Gerald Leong
Mississippi State kept scrapping. Claudell Harris Jr. made a contested corner 3 to cut Oklahoma’s lead to 90-87 with 28 seconds remaining.
Takeaways
Mississippi State: The Bulldogs had 20 offensive rebounds and 21 second-chance points yet shot just 39.7% from the field.
Oklahoma: The Sooners, who have struggled with mistakes this season, committed just 11 turnovers.
Key moment
Moore collected a defensive rebound in traffic and was fouled with 11.3 seconds remaining. He made the first of two free throws to give Oklahoma a 93-87 lead.
Mississippi State guard Riley Kugel (2) goes for a free ball against Oklahoma forward Sam Godwin (10) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025, in Norman, Okla. Credit: AP/Gerald Leong
Key stat
Oklahoma shot 68% from the field in the second half and 52.7% overall.
Up next
Mississippi State visits No. 4 Alabama on Tuesday night.
Oklahoma hosts No. 17 Kentucky on Wednesday night.
Mississippi
Mississippi State women’s basketball vs Southern Miss live updates, start time, TV channel
STARKVILLE — Mississippi State women’s basketball is taking on another in-state opponent today.
The Bulldogs (9-1) are hosting Southern Miss (7-3) at Humphrey Coliseum on Dec. 14 (2 p.m., SEC Network+).
The Lady Eagles are led by new coach Missy Bilderback. It’s the first game between MSU and Southern Miss since 2019.
The Clarion Ledger is bringing you live updates from the game. Follow for live updates.
Watch Mississippi State vs Southern Miss
Mississippi State vs Southern Miss score, highlights
This section will be updated when the game begins.
What time does Mississippi State vs Southern Miss start?
- Date: Sunday, Dec. 14
- Time: 2 p.m. CT
- Where: Humphrey Coliseum
What TV channel is Mississippi State vs Southern Miss on today?
Mississippi State vs Southern Miss prediction
- Sam Sklar, The Clarion Ledger: Mississippi State 76, Southern Miss 60
Mississippi State vs Southern Miss injury updates
There are no reported injuries for this game.
Mississippi State women’s basketball schedule 2025-26
The next five games on Mississippi State’s schedule:
- Dec. 17: vs. Alabama State (6:30 p.m., SEC Network+)
- Dec. 20: at La Salle (11 a.m.)
- Dec. 28: vs. Samford (2 p.m., SEC Network+)
- Jan. 1: vs. Auburn (6:30 p.m., SEC Network+)
- Jan. 4: at Oklahoma (2 p.m., SEC Network+)
Southern Miss women’s basketball schedule 2025-26
The next five games on Southern Miss’ schedule:
- Dec. 18: vs. South Alabama (5 p.m., ESPN+)
- Dec. 20: vs. Louisiana (1 p.m., ESPN+)
- Jan. 1: vs. Arkansas State (6 p.m., ESPN+)
- Jan. 3: vs. Troy (2 p.m., ESPN+)
- Jan. 10: at Appalachian State (Noon, ESPN+)
Sam Sklar is the Mississippi State beat reporter for The Clarion Ledger. Email him at ssklar@usatodayco.com and follow him on X @sklarsam_.
Odds of winning the Powerball and Mega Millions are NOT in your favor
Odds of hitting the jackpot in Mega Millions or Powerball are around 1-in-292 million. Here are things that you’re more likely to land than big bucks.
The Mississippi Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big. Here’s a look at Dec. 13, 2025, results for each game:
Winning Mississippi Match 5 numbers from Dec. 13 drawing
04-09-11-23-35
Check Mississippi Match 5 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Cash 3 numbers from Dec. 13 drawing
Midday: 6-7-0, FB: 4
Evening: 4-3-9, FB: 5
Check Cash 3 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Cash 4 numbers from Dec. 13 drawing
Midday: 3-1-6-2, FB: 4
Evening: 8-7-3-9, FB: 5
Check Cash 4 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Cash Pop numbers from Dec. 13 drawing
Midday: 15
Evening: 15
Check Cash Pop payouts and previous drawings here.
Feeling lucky? Explore the latest lottery news & results
Story continues below gallery.
Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your lottery prize
Winnings of $599 or less can be claimed at any authorized Mississippi Lottery retailer.
Prizes between $600 and $99,999, may be claimed at the Mississippi Lottery Headquarters or by mail. Mississippi Lottery Winner Claim form, proper identification (ID) and the original ticket must be provided for all claims of $600 or more. If mailing, send required documentation to:
Mississippi Lottery Corporation
P.O. Box 321462
Flowood, MS
39232
If your prize is $100,000 or more, the claim must be made in person at the Mississippi Lottery headquarters. Please bring identification, such as a government-issued photo ID and a Social Security card to verify your identity. Winners of large prizes may also have the option of setting up electronic funds transfer (EFT) for direct deposits into a bank account.
Mississippi Lottery Headquarters
1080 River Oaks Drive, Bldg. B-100
Flowood, MS
39232
Mississippi Lottery prizes must be claimed within 180 days of the drawing date. For detailed instructions and necessary forms, please visit the Mississippi Lottery claim page.
When are the Mississippi Lottery drawings held?
- Cash 3: Daily at 2:30 p.m. (Midday) and 9:30 p.m. (Evening).
- Cash 4: Daily at 2:30 p.m. (Midday) and 9:30 p.m. (Evening).
- Match 5: Daily at 9:30 p.m. CT.
- Cash Pop: Daily at 2:30 p.m. (Midday) and 9:30 p.m. (Evening).
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a Mississippi editor. You can send feedback using this form.
Odds of winning the Powerball and Mega Millions are NOT in your favor
Odds of hitting the jackpot in Mega Millions or Powerball are around 1-in-292 million. Here are things that you’re more likely to land than big bucks.
The Mississippi Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big. Here’s a look at Dec. 12, 2025, results for each game:
Winning Mississippi Match 5 numbers from Dec. 12 drawing
12-14-17-25-27
Check Mississippi Match 5 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Cash 3 numbers from Dec. 12 drawing
Midday: 0-1-2, FB: 3
Evening: 4-2-3, FB: 6
Check Cash 3 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Cash 4 numbers from Dec. 12 drawing
Midday: 2-7-9-1, FB: 3
Evening: 7-3-4-5, FB: 6
Check Cash 4 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Cash Pop numbers from Dec. 12 drawing
Midday: 12
Evening: 04
Check Cash Pop payouts and previous drawings here.
Feeling lucky? Explore the latest lottery news & results
Story continues below gallery.
Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your lottery prize
Winnings of $599 or less can be claimed at any authorized Mississippi Lottery retailer.
Prizes between $600 and $99,999, may be claimed at the Mississippi Lottery Headquarters or by mail. Mississippi Lottery Winner Claim form, proper identification (ID) and the original ticket must be provided for all claims of $600 or more. If mailing, send required documentation to:
Mississippi Lottery Corporation
P.O. Box 321462
Flowood, MS
39232
If your prize is $100,000 or more, the claim must be made in person at the Mississippi Lottery headquarters. Please bring identification, such as a government-issued photo ID and a Social Security card to verify your identity. Winners of large prizes may also have the option of setting up electronic funds transfer (EFT) for direct deposits into a bank account.
Mississippi Lottery Headquarters
1080 River Oaks Drive, Bldg. B-100
Flowood, MS
39232
Mississippi Lottery prizes must be claimed within 180 days of the drawing date. For detailed instructions and necessary forms, please visit the Mississippi Lottery claim page.
When are the Mississippi Lottery drawings held?
- Cash 3: Daily at 2:30 p.m. (Midday) and 9:30 p.m. (Evening).
- Cash 4: Daily at 2:30 p.m. (Midday) and 9:30 p.m. (Evening).
- Match 5: Daily at 9:30 p.m. CT.
- Cash Pop: Daily at 2:30 p.m. (Midday) and 9:30 p.m. (Evening).
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a Mississippi editor. You can send feedback using this form.
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