Latest Chris Jans News

Defense is set to take a major role in March Madness games in Charlotte

Mar. 20, 2024 18:30 PM EDT

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Chris Jans knows what he wants to see when he turns on film of his Mississippi State team's defensive effort. Getting back quickly in transition. Defending ballhandlers without constant help. And a motor revving at go-go-go...

No. 9 seed Mississippi State stuns 5th-ranked Tennessee in SEC quarterfinals 73-56

Mar. 15, 2024 18:15 PM EDT

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The fifth-ranked Tennessee Volunteers are out of time to fix issues costing them games before the NCAA Tournament. The Mississippi State Bulldogs likely have played their way into that field with their latest big win. Cameron Matthews and Josh...

Hubbard, Matthews propel Mississippi State to a 64-58 win over No. 8 Auburn

Jan. 27, 2024 19:03 PM EST

STARKVILLE, Miss. (AP) — Josh Hubbard scored 15 of his 17 points in the second half and Cameron Matthews had 14 points and 11 rebounds as Mississippi State beat No. 8 Auburn 64-58 on Saturday. DJ Jeffries made 3 of 4 free throws in the final 11 seconds and grabbed 12 rebounds to...

Smith helps Mississippi State knock off No. 5 Tennessee 77-72

Jan. 10, 2024 22:34 PM EST

STARKVILLE, Miss. (AP) — Tolu Smith scored 23 points, including a three-point play with 14.7 seconds remaining, to lead Mississippi State to a 77-72 win over No. 5 Tennessee. The win marked Mississippi State’s first win over a Top 5 team since defeating Oklahoma in December of...