Josh Hubbard, a standout guard for Mississippi State basketball, will return for his senior season in 2026-27. He announced his decision via social media on April 17.
Key points
Josh Hubbard will return for the 2026-27 season
He is a junior guard for Mississippi State basketball
Announcement made via social media on April 17
Hubbard values playing in his home state
Humphrey Coliseum holds significant meaning for him
Josh HubbardMississippi State Bulldogs
Josh Hubbard, Mississippi State basketball star, will return for final season
The junior guard announced he will return for his senior season in a social media post on April 17.
“Playing at Humphrey Coliseum has meant a lot to me," Hubbard said in the video. "It’s very important to me in my life to play here for my home state in this arena. Growing up seeing all the highlights that’s happened in this arena, it’s definitely just been a blessing.
"The kind of memories I’ve made in Starkville will last a lifetime, with friends, family. Here in Starkville, the connections I’ve built, it’s just been a full circle moment for me and my family. Thank you, thank you, thank you for your support over the years. ... With that being said, let’s call 12 one more time. Let’s run it back."
Hubbard has been MSU's leading scorer in all three of his seasons. He scored a career-high 22.1 points per game in 2025-26. Although, MSU went 13-19, missing the NCAA Tournament for the first time under fourth-year coach Chris Jans.
The Madison native is a three-time All-SEC selection and averages 19.3 points per game in his career. He's also a three-time Howell Trophy winner.
Mississippi State guard Josh Hubbard (12) celebrates a basket and a foul against Auburn during their 2026 SEC Men’s Basketball Tournament game at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn., Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
Q&A
Why is Josh Hubbard returning for his senior season at Mississippi State?
Josh Hubbard expressed his deep connection to playing at Humphrey Coliseum and his desire to represent his home state.
What impact will Josh Hubbard's return have on Mississippi State basketball?
Hubbard's return is expected to bolster the team's performance and leadership for the upcoming 2026-27 season.
When did Josh Hubbard announce his decision to return?
Josh Hubbard announced his decision to return for his senior season on April 17.
What position does Josh Hubbard play for Mississippi State basketball?
Josh Hubbard plays as a guard for the Mississippi State Bulldogs.
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Mississippi State guard Josh Hubbard (12) shoots over the Auburn defense during their 2026 SEC Men’s Basketball Tournament game at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn., Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
Feb 18, 2026; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (12) reacts during the final seconds of the second half against the Auburn Tigers at Humphrey Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (12) passes the ball as Mississippi Rebels forward Corey Chest (1) falls on him in a NCAA men’s college basketball game at the Sandy and John Black Pavilion at Ole Miss in Oxford, Miss. on Saturday, Feb. 14, 2026.
Josh Hubbard #12 of the Mississippi State Bulldogs shoots the ball against the Tennessee Volunteers during the second half at Humphrey Coliseum on February 11, 2026 in Starkville, Mississippi.
Jan 31, 2026; Columbia, Missouri, USA; Missouri Tigers guard Annor Boateng (6) and Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (12) scramble for a loose ball during the first half of the game at Mizzou Arena. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images
Jan 24, 2026; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (12) reacts during the first half against the Vanderbilt Commodores at Humphrey Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
Jan 13, 2026; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (12) shoots as Alabama Crimson Tide center Noah Williamson (15) defends during the first half at Humphrey Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
Jan 10, 2026; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (12) runs down the court after making a three point basket during the first half against the Kentucky Wildcats at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images
Jan 10, 2026; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats center Malachi Moreno (24) drives to the basket against Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (12) during the second half at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images
Jan 3, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (12) reacts to a basket as Texas Longhorns guard Chendall Weaver (2) looks on during the second half at Moody Center. Mandatory Credit: Dustin Safranek-Imagn Images
Jan 3, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (12) shoots the ball against Texas Longhorns center Matas Vokietaitis (8) and Texas Longhorns guard Dailyn Swain (3) during the second half at Moody Center. Mandatory Credit: Dustin Safranek-Imagn Images
Dec 13, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (12) goes for a layup against the Utah Utes during the first half at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images
Nov 21, 2025; Kansas City, MO, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (12) dribbles the ball as New Mexico Lobos guard Deyton Albury (1) defends during the second half of the game at T-Mobile Center. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images
Mar 21, 2025; Raleigh, NC, USA; Baylor Bears forward Norchad Omier (15) defends against Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (12) during the first half in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: Zachary Taft-Imagn Images
Mississippi State guard Josh Hubbard (12) drives around LSU guard Cam Carter (5) during a NCAA college basketball first round game at the men’s Southeastern Conference Tournament Wednesday, March 12, 2025, in Nashville, Tenn.
Mar 8, 2025; Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (12) regains his balance during the first half against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Bud Walton Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-Imagn Images
Mar 1, 2025; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (12) reacts against the LSU Tigers during the second half at Humphrey Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Wesley Hale-Imagn Images
Feb 18, 2025; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (12) shoots against Texas A&M Aggies guard Manny Obaseki (35) during the second half at Humphrey Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
Feb 15, 2025; Oxford, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (12) reacts after defeating the Mississippi Rebels at The Sandy and John Black Pavilion at Ole Miss. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
Feb 15, 2025; Oxford, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (12) shoots for three during the first half against the Mississippi Rebels at The Sandy and John Black Pavilion at Ole Miss. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
Jan 29, 2025; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (12) shoots as Alabama Crimson Tide guard Aden Holloway (2) defends during the second half at Humphrey Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Wesley Hale-Imagn Images
Jan 18, 2025; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi Rebels forward Jaemyn Brakefield (4) dribbles as Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (12) defends during the second half at Humphrey Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
Jan 18, 2025; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs head coach Chris Jans (left) reacts with Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (12) after defeating the Mississippi Rebels at Humphrey Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
Jan 18, 2025; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Claudell Harris Jr. (0) and guard Josh Hubbard (12) react with fans after defeating the Mississippi Rebels at Humphrey Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
Jan 18, 2025; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Claudell Harris Jr. (0) and guard Josh Hubbard (12) react after defeating the Mississippi Rebels at Humphrey Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (13) puts up a shot over Auburn Tigers guard K.D. Johnson (0) during their SEC Men's Basketball Tournament semifinal game at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn., Saturday, March 16, 202 at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn., Saturday, March 16, 2024.
Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (13) shoots a basket during their quarterfinal game of the SEC Men's Basketball Tournament against Tennessee at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn., Friday, March 15, 2024.
Mar 9, 2024; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (13) reacts during the first half against the South Carolina Gamecocks at Humphrey Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 27, 2024; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (13) reacts during the first half against the Kentucky Wildcats at Humphrey Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 21, 2024; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (13) reacts with athletic director Zac Selmon (left) after defeating the Mississippi Rebels at Humphrey Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 21, 2024; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (13) reacts toward fans after defeating the Mississippi Rebels at Humphrey Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 17, 2024; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (13) reacts after a three point basket against the Arkansas Razorbacks during the second half at Humphrey Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 30, 2024; Oxford, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (13) reacts after a foul call during the first half against the Mississippi Rebels at The Sandy and John Black Pavilion at Ole Miss. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 30, 2024; Oxford, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (13) reacts after a basket during the first half against the Mississippi Rebels at The Sandy and John Black Pavilion at Ole Miss. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 27, 2024; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (13) reacts with fans after defeating the Auburn Tigers at Humphrey Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 13, 2023; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Trey Fort (11) reacts with guard Josh Hubbard (13) after a dunk during the first half against the Murray State Racers at Humphrey Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 3, 2023; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (13) drives to the basket as Southern Jaguars forward Delang Muon (35) defends during the first half at Humphrey Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 3, 2023; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (13) shoots against Southern Jaguars forward Jalen Reynolds (12) and Southern Jaguars guard Tidjiane Dioumassi (22) during the first half at Humphrey Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 28, 2023; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (13) shoots against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets in the first half at McCamish Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 18, 2023; Uncasville, CT, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (13) shoots the ball defended by Washington State Cougars guard Kymany Houinsou (31) during the second half at Mohegan Sun Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark Smith-USA TODAY Sports
Madison-Ridgeland Academy Rebels Josh Hubbard (12) reacts with teammates after the game against the Presbyterian Christian School Bobcats during the 2023 Class 6A basketball tournament. Hubbard broke Mississippi's all-time scoring record during the game in Hattiesburg, Miss. on Friday, February 17, 2023.
Madison-Ridgeland Academy Rebels Josh Hubbard (12) reacts with teammates after the game against the Presbyterian Christian School Bobcats during the 2023 Class 6A basketball tournament. Hubbard broke Mississippi's all-time scoring record during the game in Hattiesburg, Miss. on Friday, February 17, 2023.
Madison-Ridgeland Academy Rebels Josh Hubbard (12) goes up for a basket against the Presbyterian Christian School Bobcats during the 2023 Class 6A basketball tournament. Hubbard broke Mississippi's all-time scoring record during the game in Hattiesburg, Miss. on Friday, February 17, 2023.
Madison-Ridgeland Academy Rebels Josh Hubbard (12) reacts with his father, Jason Hubbard, after the game against the Presbyterian Christian School Bobcats during the 2023 Class 6A basketball tournament. Hubbard broke Mississippi's all-time scoring record during the game in Hattiesburg, Miss. on Friday, February 17, 2023.
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Josh Hubbard, Mississippi State basketball guard for Bulldogs, coach Chris Jans
Mississippi State guard Josh Hubbard (12) celebrates a basket and a foul against Auburn during their 2026 SEC Men’s Basketball Tournament game at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn., Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
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Josh Hubbard, Mississippi State basketball guard for Bulldogs, coach Chris Jans
Mississippi State guard Josh Hubbard (12) celebrates a basket and a foul against Auburn during their 2026 SEC Men’s Basketball Tournament game at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn., Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
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Josh Hubbard, Mississippi State basketball guard for Bulldogs, coach Chris Jans
Mississippi State guard Josh Hubbard (12) shoots over the Auburn defense during their 2026 SEC Men’s Basketball Tournament game at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn., Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
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Josh Hubbard, Mississippi State basketball guard for Bulldogs, coach Chris Jans
Feb 18, 2026; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (12) reacts during the final seconds of the second half against the Auburn Tigers at Humphrey Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
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Josh Hubbard, Mississippi State basketball guard for Bulldogs, coach Chris Jans
Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (12) passes the ball as Mississippi Rebels forward Corey Chest (1) falls on him in a NCAA men’s college basketball game at the Sandy and John Black Pavilion at Ole Miss in Oxford, Miss. on Saturday, Feb. 14, 2026.
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Josh Hubbard, Mississippi State basketball guard for Bulldogs, coach Chris Jans
Josh Hubbard #12 of the Mississippi State Bulldogs shoots the ball against the Tennessee Volunteers during the second half at Humphrey Coliseum on February 11, 2026 in Starkville, Mississippi.
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Josh Hubbard, Mississippi State basketball guard for Bulldogs, coach Chris Jans
Jan 31, 2026; Columbia, Missouri, USA; Missouri Tigers guard Annor Boateng (6) and Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (12) scramble for a loose ball during the first half of the game at Mizzou Arena. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images
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Josh Hubbard, Mississippi State basketball guard for Bulldogs, coach Chris Jans
Jan 24, 2026; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (12) reacts during the first half against the Vanderbilt Commodores at Humphrey Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
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Josh Hubbard, Mississippi State basketball guard for Bulldogs, coach Chris Jans
Jan 13, 2026; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (12) shoots as Alabama Crimson Tide center Noah Williamson (15) defends during the first half at Humphrey Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
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Josh Hubbard, Mississippi State basketball guard for Bulldogs, coach Chris Jans
Jan 10, 2026; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (12) runs down the court after making a three point basket during the first half against the Kentucky Wildcats at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images
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Josh Hubbard, Mississippi State basketball guard for Bulldogs, coach Chris Jans
Jan 10, 2026; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats center Malachi Moreno (24) drives to the basket against Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (12) during the second half at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images
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Josh Hubbard, Mississippi State basketball guard for Bulldogs, coach Chris Jans
Jan 3, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (12) reacts to a basket as Texas Longhorns guard Chendall Weaver (2) looks on during the second half at Moody Center. Mandatory Credit: Dustin Safranek-Imagn Images
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Josh Hubbard, Mississippi State basketball guard for Bulldogs, coach Chris Jans
Jan 3, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (12) shoots the ball against Texas Longhorns center Matas Vokietaitis (8) and Texas Longhorns guard Dailyn Swain (3) during the second half at Moody Center. Mandatory Credit: Dustin Safranek-Imagn Images
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Josh Hubbard, Mississippi State basketball guard for Bulldogs, coach Chris Jans
Dec 13, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (12) goes for a layup against the Utah Utes during the first half at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images
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Josh Hubbard, Mississippi State basketball guard for Bulldogs, coach Chris Jans
Nov 21, 2025; Kansas City, MO, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (12) dribbles the ball as New Mexico Lobos guard Deyton Albury (1) defends during the second half of the game at T-Mobile Center. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images
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Josh Hubbard, Mississippi State basketball guard for Bulldogs, coach Chris Jans
Mar 21, 2025; Raleigh, NC, USA; Baylor Bears forward Norchad Omier (15) defends against Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (12) during the first half in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: Zachary Taft-Imagn Images
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Josh Hubbard, Mississippi State basketball guard for Bulldogs, coach Chris Jans
Mississippi State guard Josh Hubbard (12) drives around LSU guard Cam Carter (5) during a NCAA college basketball first round game at the men’s Southeastern Conference Tournament Wednesday, March 12, 2025, in Nashville, Tenn.
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Josh Hubbard, Mississippi State basketball guard for Bulldogs, coach Chris Jans
Mar 8, 2025; Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (12) regains his balance during the first half against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Bud Walton Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-Imagn Images
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Josh Hubbard, Mississippi State basketball guard for Bulldogs, coach Chris Jans
Mar 1, 2025; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (12) reacts against the LSU Tigers during the second half at Humphrey Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Wesley Hale-Imagn Images
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Josh Hubbard, Mississippi State basketball guard for Bulldogs, coach Chris Jans
Feb 18, 2025; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (12) shoots against Texas A&M Aggies guard Manny Obaseki (35) during the second half at Humphrey Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
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Josh Hubbard, Mississippi State basketball guard for Bulldogs, coach Chris Jans
Feb 15, 2025; Oxford, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (12) reacts after defeating the Mississippi Rebels at The Sandy and John Black Pavilion at Ole Miss. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
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Josh Hubbard, Mississippi State basketball guard for Bulldogs, coach Chris Jans
Feb 15, 2025; Oxford, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (12) shoots for three during the first half against the Mississippi Rebels at The Sandy and John Black Pavilion at Ole Miss. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
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Josh Hubbard, Mississippi State basketball guard for Bulldogs, coach Chris Jans
Jan 29, 2025; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (12) shoots as Alabama Crimson Tide guard Aden Holloway (2) defends during the second half at Humphrey Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Wesley Hale-Imagn Images
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Josh Hubbard, Mississippi State basketball guard for Bulldogs, coach Chris Jans
Jan 18, 2025; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi Rebels forward Jaemyn Brakefield (4) dribbles as Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (12) defends during the second half at Humphrey Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
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Josh Hubbard, Mississippi State basketball guard for Bulldogs, coach Chris Jans
Jan 18, 2025; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs head coach Chris Jans (left) reacts with Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (12) after defeating the Mississippi Rebels at Humphrey Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
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Josh Hubbard, Mississippi State basketball guard for Bulldogs, coach Chris Jans
Jan 18, 2025; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Claudell Harris Jr. (0) and guard Josh Hubbard (12) react with fans after defeating the Mississippi Rebels at Humphrey Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
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Josh Hubbard, Mississippi State basketball guard for Bulldogs, coach Chris Jans
Jan 18, 2025; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Claudell Harris Jr. (0) and guard Josh Hubbard (12) react after defeating the Mississippi Rebels at Humphrey Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
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Josh Hubbard, Mississippi State basketball guard for Bulldogs, coach Chris Jans
Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (13) puts up a shot over Auburn Tigers guard K.D. Johnson (0) during their SEC Men's Basketball Tournament semifinal game at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn., Saturday, March 16, 202 at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn., Saturday, March 16, 2024.
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Josh Hubbard, Mississippi State basketball guard for Bulldogs, coach Chris Jans
Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (13) shoots a basket during their quarterfinal game of the SEC Men's Basketball Tournament against Tennessee at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn., Friday, March 15, 2024.
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Josh Hubbard, Mississippi State basketball guard for Bulldogs, coach Chris Jans
Mar 9, 2024; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (13) reacts during the first half against the South Carolina Gamecocks at Humphrey Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-USA TODAY Sports
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Josh Hubbard, Mississippi State basketball guard for Bulldogs, coach Chris Jans
Feb 27, 2024; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (13) reacts during the first half against the Kentucky Wildcats at Humphrey Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-USA TODAY Sports
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Josh Hubbard, Mississippi State basketball guard for Bulldogs, coach Chris Jans
Feb 21, 2024; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (13) reacts with athletic director Zac Selmon (left) after defeating the Mississippi Rebels at Humphrey Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-USA TODAY Sports
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Josh Hubbard, Mississippi State basketball guard for Bulldogs, coach Chris Jans
Feb 21, 2024; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (13) reacts toward fans after defeating the Mississippi Rebels at Humphrey Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-USA TODAY Sports
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Josh Hubbard, Mississippi State basketball guard for Bulldogs, coach Chris Jans
Feb 17, 2024; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (13) reacts after a three point basket against the Arkansas Razorbacks during the second half at Humphrey Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-USA TODAY Sports
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Josh Hubbard, Mississippi State basketball guard for Bulldogs, coach Chris Jans
Jan 30, 2024; Oxford, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (13) reacts after a foul call during the first half against the Mississippi Rebels at The Sandy and John Black Pavilion at Ole Miss. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-USA TODAY Sports
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Josh Hubbard, Mississippi State basketball guard for Bulldogs, coach Chris Jans
Jan 30, 2024; Oxford, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (13) reacts after a basket during the first half against the Mississippi Rebels at The Sandy and John Black Pavilion at Ole Miss. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-USA TODAY Sports
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Josh Hubbard, Mississippi State basketball guard for Bulldogs, coach Chris Jans
Jan 27, 2024; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (13) reacts with fans after defeating the Auburn Tigers at Humphrey Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-USA TODAY Sports
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Josh Hubbard, Mississippi State basketball guard for Bulldogs, coach Chris Jans
Dec 13, 2023; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Trey Fort (11) reacts with guard Josh Hubbard (13) after a dunk during the first half against the Murray State Racers at Humphrey Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-USA TODAY Sports
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Josh Hubbard, Mississippi State basketball guard for Bulldogs, coach Chris Jans
Dec 3, 2023; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (13) drives to the basket as Southern Jaguars forward Delang Muon (35) defends during the first half at Humphrey Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-USA TODAY Sports
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Josh Hubbard, Mississippi State basketball guard for Bulldogs, coach Chris Jans
Dec 3, 2023; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (13) shoots against Southern Jaguars forward Jalen Reynolds (12) and Southern Jaguars guard Tidjiane Dioumassi (22) during the first half at Humphrey Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-USA TODAY Sports
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Josh Hubbard, Mississippi State basketball guard for Bulldogs, coach Chris Jans
Nov 28, 2023; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (13) shoots against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets in the first half at McCamish Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports
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Josh Hubbard, Mississippi State basketball guard for Bulldogs, coach Chris Jans
Nov 18, 2023; Uncasville, CT, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (13) shoots the ball defended by Washington State Cougars guard Kymany Houinsou (31) during the second half at Mohegan Sun Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark Smith-USA TODAY Sports
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Josh Hubbard, Mississippi State basketball guard for Bulldogs, coach Chris Jans
Madison-Ridgeland Academy Rebels Josh Hubbard (12) reacts with teammates after the game against the Presbyterian Christian School Bobcats during the 2023 Class 6A basketball tournament. Hubbard broke Mississippi's all-time scoring record during the game in Hattiesburg, Miss. on Friday, February 17, 2023.
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Josh Hubbard, Mississippi State basketball guard for Bulldogs, coach Chris Jans
Madison-Ridgeland Academy Rebels Josh Hubbard (12) reacts with teammates after the game against the Presbyterian Christian School Bobcats during the 2023 Class 6A basketball tournament. Hubbard broke Mississippi's all-time scoring record during the game in Hattiesburg, Miss. on Friday, February 17, 2023.
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Josh Hubbard, Mississippi State basketball guard for Bulldogs, coach Chris Jans
Madison-Ridgeland Academy Rebels Josh Hubbard (12) goes up for a basket against the Presbyterian Christian School Bobcats during the 2023 Class 6A basketball tournament. Hubbard broke Mississippi's all-time scoring record during the game in Hattiesburg, Miss. on Friday, February 17, 2023.
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Josh Hubbard, Mississippi State basketball guard for Bulldogs, coach Chris Jans
Madison-Ridgeland Academy Rebels Josh Hubbard (12) reacts with his father, Jason Hubbard, after the game against the Presbyterian Christian School Bobcats during the 2023 Class 6A basketball tournament. Hubbard broke Mississippi's all-time scoring record during the game in Hattiesburg, Miss. on Friday, February 17, 2023.
He had two 40-point games in 2025-26. His 46 points against Auburn on Feb. 18 were the second most for a single game in program history.
Sam Sklar is the Mississippi State beat reporter for The Clarion Ledger. Email him at ssklar@usatodayco.com and follow him on X @sklarsam_.
