1. The starting backcourt for Mississippi State consists of a trio of double-digit scoring guards. In the Bulldog’s loss to Kentucky last season, the three combined for 38 points, 13 rebounds, 13 assists, and two steals. All three return for Ben Howland and are leading an extremely experienced Mississippi State team. Quinndary Weatherspoon is the tallest of the three guards, despite being only 6’4″, and is the best player on this MSU squad. The senior is fifth in the SEC at 16.6 points per game, to go along with 5.8 rebounds, 2.9 assists, and 1.