Mississippi State returns to the hardwood to take on their in-state rival, and the Bulldogs find themselves an overwhelming favorite. But can Ben Howland break his streak of losing the series opener to the Rebels in what feels like a must win game for his squad? Brian Hadad and Robbie Faulk break down Saturday’s showdown at The Pavilion.
![Avatar photo](https://www.supertalk.fm/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/cropped-Brian-Hadad-2018-social-media-circle-100x100.jpg)
Brian Hadad
Covering Mississippi State since 2013, Brian Hadad brings his always original perspective to SportsTalk Mississippi and the Thunder & Lightning podcast five days a week. Brian has been the host of over 2,000 podcast episodes in his career, providing a unique mix of stat-driven analysis with irreverent humor. Brian lives in Starkville with his wife Jennifer, and their two daughters Aislinn and Emily.