Quincy Ballard - College Basketball News & Rumors

Mississippi State hosts Memphis after Hubbard's 34-point game

Mississippi State hosts the Memphis Tigers after Josh Hubbard scored 34 points in Mississippi State's 87-83 victory against the Long Island Sharks

DECEMBER 19 • Associated Press

Mississippi State uses every bit of Hubbard's 34-point effort to subdue LIU

Josh Hubbard scored 34 points and Jayden Epps scored 20 points and Mississippi State had to fight to the end to hold off Long Island 87-83

DECEMBER 17 • Associated Press

Hauls down 10 boards Ballard notched eight points (3-6 FG, 2-4 FT), 10 rebounds and one block across 27 minutes during Tuesday's 87-83 victory over LIU.

Impact The Wichita State transfer has brought down at least six rebounds in his last eight games, including two 10-rebound games. With all of the shooters in the Bulldog backcourt, particularly Josh Hubbard and Jayden Epps, Ballard will fight for offensive scraps. The seven-footer is averaging 7.0 points to go along with his team-high 6.8 rebounds.

DECEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Collects double-double Ballard logged 12 points (4-8 FG, 4-4 FT), 10 rebounds and one block over 32 minutes during Friday's 87-81 OT loss to SMU.

Impact Ballard had been circling double-doubles of late and finally broke through for his first of the season. The seven-foot center is averaging 7.6 points on 64.9 percent from the field and 6.4 rebounds. He has scored in double digits in three of his last four games and his minutes are on the rise.

NOVEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Boopie Miller, Jaron Pierre Jr. rally unbeaten SMU past Mississippi State 87-81 in OT

Boopie Miller had six of his 28 points in overtime, Jaron Pierre Jr. scored 24 and SMU beat Mississippi State 87-81 to remain unbeaten

NOVEMBER 29 • Associated Press

Amier Ali's bank 3-pointer sends Mississippi State past New Orleans 81-78 in OT

Reserve Amier Ali scored 16 points and banked in a 3-pointer with 1.9 seconds left in overtime to help Mississippi State avoid upset by beating New Orleans 81-78

NOVEMBER 25 • Associated Press

Scores six, grabs six boards Ballard ended Friday's 80-78 loss to New Mexico with six points (3-5 FG), six rebounds, one block and one steal across 20 minutes in the Hall of Fame Classic.

Impact Ballard has been a disappointment in the early season. After averaging 10.0 points and 9.2 rebounds for Wichita State last season, the 7-0 senior has struggled in the early going. He has only scored in double digits in one game and has failed to grab more than seven rebounds. Ballard continues to start, but should only be played in deeper SEC-only leagues.

NOVEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Mississippi State aims for fourth straight NCAA Tournament appearance

Coach Chris Jans has led Mississippi State to the NCAA Tournament in his first three seasons, a program first

OCTOBER 29 • Associated Press

Staying in school Ballard will withdraw from the 2025 NBA Draft and remain in school, per Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports.

Impact Ballard transferred to Mississippi State in the offseason after spending the past three seasons at Wichita State. He's coming off a career year, averaging 10.0 points and 9.2 rebounds. He'll look to bring his post presence to the Bulldogs in his final season of eligibility.

MAY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Joining the Bulldogs Ballard has announced his commitment to Mississippi State, Dushawn London of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Ballard will make the move to Mississippi State following a three-year stint with Wichita State. The 6-foot-11 senior, who started his collegiate career in the SEC (Florida State), started in 33 games this past season with the Shockers, averaging 10 points, 9.2 rebounds, 0.6 steals and 1.9 blocks on 27.5 minutes per game. Ballard will look to carve out a role in the Bulldogs' frontcourt this offseason.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Leaving Wichita State Ballard will enter the transfer portal, per VerbalCommits.com.

Impact Ballard nearly averaged a double-double last season, posting 10.0 points and 9.2 rebounds as a force on the interior for the Shockers. The 6-foot-11 center will have one more season of eligibility remaining.

MARCH 25 • ROTOWIRE

Oklahoma State defeats Wichita State 89-79 in NIT

Led by Bryce Thompson's 23 points, the Oklahoma State Cowboys defeated the Wichita State Shockers 89-79 on Tuesday in the NIT

MARCH 19 • Associated Press

Oklahoma State, Wichita State meet in NIT

MARCH 18 • Associated Press

Memphis meets Wichita State in AAC Tournament

MARCH 14 • Associated Press

Wichita State Shockers face the South Florida Bulls in AAC Tournament

MARCH 13 • Associated Press

Broadnax, Rice Owls host the Wichita State Shockers

MARCH 6 • Associated Press

North Texas hosts Wichita State after Washington's 24-point game

MARCH 3 • Associated Press

Vasquez scores 29 as UAB defeats Wichita State 80-72

Alejandro scored 29 points off of the bench to lead the UAB Blazers past the Wichita State Shockers 80-72

FEBRUARY 28 • Associated Press

Ballard leads Wichita State to 84-79 OT win over No. 14 Memphis WICHITA, Kan. (AP) — Quincy Ballard scored 14 of his 19 points in the second half and overtime to help Wichita State beat No. 14 Memphis 84-...

FEBRUARY 16 • THESTAR.COM

Ballard leds Shockers in overtime upset over No. 14 Memphis

Quincy Ballard scored 14 of his 19 points in the second half and overtime to help Wichita State beat No. 14 Memphis 84-79 on Sunday

FEBRUARY 16 • Associated Press

Ballard scores 14, Wichita State downs Alcorn State 78-54

Led by Quincy Ballard's 14 points, 14 rebounds and three blocks, the Wichita State Shockers defeated the Alcorn State Braves 78-54

DECEMBER 5, 2024 • Associated Press

Solid showing in return Ballard (ankle) produced eight points (4-6 FG) and seven rebounds in 16 minutes during Friday's 88-63 victory over Saint Louis.

Impact Ballard missed the Shockers' fourth game of the season against Monmouth, but made his return Friday night and had a productive outing. The center has been highly efficient and selective with his shoots, hitting 76.2 percent of his shots from the field.

NOVEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out Monday Ballard (ankle) will not suit up in Monday's game against Monmouth.

Impact Ballard will be sidelined for the Shockers on Monday as the result of a sprained ankle. The 6-foot-11 senior center has averaged 9.7 points, 4.7 rebounds and two blocks on 19.3 minutes per game (three outings) to start the 2024-25 season.

NOVEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Double-doubles in win Ballard ended Monday's 76-59 win over Lipscomb with 10 points (4-7 FG, 2-4 FT), 10 rebounds and two blocks in 18 minutes.

Impact Ballard started off the season strong Monday, recording a team high in blocks and reaching double-digit rebounds. After averaging just 10.1 minutes across his 10 appearances in 2022-23, Ballard appears primed for an increased role this year as the Shockers' starting center.

NOVEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sharp in scrimmage Ballard (back) posted 14 points (6-10 FG, 2-4 FT), 10 rebounds, one steal and three blocks in Sunday's 74-53 preseason victory over Rogers State.

Impact Ballard showed no signs of the back injury he battled at the end of the 2022-23 season. After logging just 10.1 minutes per game last season, Ballard is a serious growth candidate in year two with the Shockers.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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