Mississippi State overwhelmed UT Martin 114-68, setting a scoring record in coach Sam Purcell’s tenure. A 34-point second quarter sparked the rout, with Favour Nwaedozi leading the Bulldogs with 21 points and 14 rebounds.

By the Numbers
  • Mississippi State scored 114 points and won by 46.
  • The Bulldogs shot 60% from the field and 50% from 3-point range.
  • State recorded 26 assists; Nwaedozi had 21 points and 14 rebounds.
  • Cali Smallwood scored 17 points, making all 4 of her 3-pointers in the second quarter.
State of Play
  • Reese Beaty posted her first career double-double with 12 points and 10 assists.
  • Mississippi State returns home Wednesday, Nov. 11, to face Troy at 6:30 p.m. CT on SECN+.
Bottom Line

A high-powered offense and contributions across the roster gave Mississippi State a dominant road win and a record-setting start to its Purcell-era scoring ledger.