ESPN high on 2007-08 MSU basketball squad

The article can be found here and a short paragraph can be found below.

…Here are four other “unlucky” teams (which finished at least three wins below expectation) from last season that are hoping to replicate that same success:

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This was a quality team that finished strong last season and had underlying statistics that show they left even more wins on the table. The Bulldogs should have confidence from their SEC West co-title and drive to the NIT semifinals. They also have two of the better talents in the SEC in point guard Jamont Gordon and forward Charles Rhodes. When you adjust for the quality of opponents, Mississippi State was a top-35 team in both offensive and defensive efficiency and didn’t have a glaring statistical weakness last season. If they can find a consistent third scoring option, this could be a very dangerous squad.

Collegehoops.net ranks State 23rd in nation

Collegehoops.net has ranked the Mississippi State basketball team 23rd in the nation and 3rd in the SEC going into the season. The article, found here, is a good primer on the team and their upcoming season. It outlines the Bulldogs key losses, additions and keys to watch.

Gordon listed as 3rd best NBA prospect in the SEC

DraftExpress.com has listed its top five NBA prospects out of each conference. Not surprisingly, Jamont Gordon has make the SEC list. With one of the best players in the SEC, Mississippi State looks to be primed for a deep run this year.

Top 5 NBA Prospects in the SEC

#3: Jamont Gordon, 6-4, PG/SG, Junior, Mississippi State

Written by: Joseph Treutlein

Jamont Gordon quietly put together an extremely productive sophomore season, averaging over 16 points, 7 rebounds, and 5 assists in the SEC. It’s also worth noting that he improved in every single notable statistical category from his freshman to sophomore year, while not seeing an increase in minutes. Gordon regularly plays three, sometimes four, positions for the Bulldogs, though he’s primarily their point guard, even if he projects as more of a combo-guard in the pros…