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In a decisive matchup, the sixth-ranked Tennessee Volunteers defeated the 14th-ranked Mississippi State Bulldogs 68-56 at Food City Center. Tennessee started strong, leading 34-16 at halftime, with Chaz Lanier contributing significantly with 16 points. Despite a rough start to the second half, where Mississippi State mounted an 8-0 run, Tennessee regained control and maintained their lead throughout the game. The Bulldogs struggled offensively, shooting just 22% from the field in the first half and failing to hit a field goal for nearly four minutes during critical stretches. This victory marks Tennessee's bounce back from a previous loss to Vanderbilt and improves their home record to 11-0, all wins by double digits. The Volunteers will face No. 1 Auburn in their next matchup.