Mississippi St. Bulldogs vs
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Ole Miss Favored to Beat Mississippi State in Hometown Showdown - Rivalry Game Preview and Betting Odds

In this upcoming rivalry matchup between #22 Mississippi State and #19 Ole Miss, the Rebels will host the Bulldogs in The Sandy and John Black Pavilion at Ole Miss. After a close OT thriller in January that went in favor of Mississippi State, both teams are gearing up for another intense battle. Ole Miss is currently the betting favorite with an opening line of -4 and the current line at -4.5. The game is set to tip off at 6:00 p.m. EST. Stay tuned to see who comes out on top in this highly anticipated Mississippi State vs. Ole Miss showdown.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Bulldogs +163 | Rebels -199
• Spread: Bulldogs +4.5 (-110) | Rebels -4.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 147 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Ole Miss will win straight-up is 67%.

Mississippi St. vs Ole Miss Stats

Mississippi St. Bulldogs

Mississippi State Bulldogs have struggled in SEC play recently, with a 3-6 record in their past nine games. The main issue for the team is their defense, which has allowed at least 75 points in four consecutive games. On the offensive end, Josh Hubbard leads the team with 17.6 points per game, but they have fallen short of 70 points in two of their last three games. Despite their struggles, they are ranked 31st in KenPom's ratings and 30th in NET rankings. The Bulldogs are 60th in offense, scoring an average of 79.3 points per game, but rank 190th in defense, conceding an average of 71.8 points per game. They have a power ranking of 337 and are 17-7 this season. Key player Kanye Cleary is currently out due to injury. Offensively, Mississippi State shoots 45.8% from the field and 31.7% from three-point range, while defensively, they allow opponents to shoot 43.2% from the floor and 36.2% from deep. The Bulldogs average 38.2 rebounds per game and 15.6 offensive assists, but also turn the ball over 10.5 times per game. Overall, the team will need to improve their defense in order to get back on track.

Ole Miss Rebels Analysis

The Ole Miss Rebels, currently 8-4 in the SEC, are on a three-game winning streak and are preparing for a revenge match against their rivals. Defensively, they hold opponents to 68.4 points per game, with a 31.4% three-point field goal percentage and a 41.6% overall field goal percentage. The team averages 21.2 free throw attempts and 10.6 offensive rebounds, while forcing 14.9 turnovers. Offensively, they score 78.1 points per game, shooting 44.8% from the field, 35.5% from three-point range, and 72.9% from the free throw line. The Rebels are currently ranked 20th in KenPom's ratings and 21st in NET rankings. Their upcoming matchup will test their defensive and offensive capabilities against the Bulldogs.

Ole Miss Favored to Beat Mississippi State ATS in Hometown Showdown

The Bulldogs have faced consistent losses, currently holding a 1-8-0 ATS record in their last nine games. Ole Miss previously beat the spread in their first matchup and, with the upcoming game in Oxford, they are expected to have the advantage once again. Ole Miss has displayed strong offensive performance in their recent home games, scoring 98 and 82 points respectively. Conversely, the Mississippi State defense has struggled, allowing an average of 83.0 points per game in their last four matches. With an average of fewer than 70 points scored in two of their last three games, Mississippi State's offensive capabilities are also in question, particularly as they dip to 71.7 points per game on the road. The Rebels are projected to excel in turnovers and offensive efficiency, particularly in three-pointers. It is recommended to place a bet on Ole Miss to win ATS in the upcoming game on Saturday.

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