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Everything coach Chris Jans said after loss to Ole Miss
- Mississippi State lost 68-67 to Ole Miss, marking their third straight SEC defeat this season.
- Jans said the team felt a different energy in the huddle and trusted the late possessions despite the missed shots.
- He emphasized the game featured strong defensive stops but the team couldn’t convert late in the final possessions.
- Jans noted Ole Miss is one of the best shot-blocking teams, impacting MSU’s reliance on threes.
- Jans defended the late shot selection, suggesting the team should take those looks again in similar situations.
- Hubbard’s free-throw misses were acknowledged but not overemphasized by Jans, who expressed belief in the guard.
- Jans described the rivalry atmosphere at Humphrey Coliseum as exactly what fans expect from a big game.
- He mentioned alumni weekend and team recognition adds to the game’s significance for Mississippi State.
- Jans pointed to SEC length as a factor in MSU’s shooting difficulties during conference play.
- The coach said the team adjusted coverages, including a zone look, to try to mount a comeback.
- Jans noted the game was physically played with Ole Miss focusing on limiting inside scoring.
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