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Game time: February 17, 2024 at 2:00 PM ET

Venue: Humphrey Coliseum — Starkville, MS

Article updated Feb 17, 6:23 AM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

In a highly anticipated SEC matchup, the Arkansas Razorbacks will face off against the Mississippi State Bulldogs on Saturday afternoon. Both teams are looking to assert

Game outlook

In a highly anticipated SEC matchup, the Arkansas Razorbacks will face off against the Mississippi State Bulldogs on Saturday afternoon. Both teams are looking to assert their presence in the conference standings. Arkansas suffered a tough loss to Tennessee in their last game, while Mississippi State secured a strong victory against Missouri. With Mississippi State being the favorite by -12.5 points, this game is sure to be a competitive showdown. Tipoff is set for 2:00 EST on ESPNU.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Razorbacks +550 | Bulldogs -843

Spread: Razorbacks +12 (-110) | Bulldogs -12 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 145.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Mississippi St. will win straight-up is 89%.

Arkansas Razorbacks

The Arkansas Razorbacks have had a disappointing season, currently ranked 12th in the SEC standings. They recently suffered a tough loss to Tennessee, with guard Tramon Mark leading the team in scoring. Mark averages 17.3 PPG and is key to the team's offensive production, along with Khalif Battle who averages 10.1 PPG. The Razorbacks are struggling without Trevon Brazile due to a knee injury, relying on Jalen Graham for post play. According to KenPom, Arkansas ranks 129th overall and is not projected to make the NCAA Tournament. Offensively, they shoot 44.48% from the field and 32.21% from three-point range. Defensively, they allow 43.75% field goals and 35.04% three-pointers. Despite their struggles, the Razorbacks continue to push the tempo on offense, ranking 57th in pace out of all Division I teams. MORE pic.twitter.com/JmAqTDEOdn

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Mississippi St. Bulldogs Analysis

The Mississippi State Bulldogs are currently 5-6 in the SEC, sitting at 9th in the conference. They have displayed a strong defensive performance, ranking 7th in the nation in defensive efficiency. Led by senior center Tolu Smith and freshman guard Josh Hubbard, the Bulldogs have relied on their top scorers to stay competitive. They are currently projected to secure a 9-seed in the upcoming NCAA Tournament. However, they have two players listed as questionable due to injury, F DJ Jeffries and G Trey Fort. Mississippi State has a power ranking of 229 and ranks 173rd in offense, scoring an average of 74.25 points per game. On defense, they are ranked 63rd, giving up an average of 67.38 points per game. The Bulldogs have solid shooting percentages but struggle with free throws. Overall, their performance places them in the middle of the pack in the NCAA. Top Five Plays of the Week! 🔂 #HailState 🐶 pic.twitter.com/zlHQso3iQO

Arkansas Struggles to Cover Spread as Mississippi State Dominates on Defense

Currently, Arkansas is facing challenges in their performance, particularly in terms of covering the spread. With a success rate of only 25% in covering 6 out of 24 games, they rank among the lowest in college basketball, trailing just behind Missouri and Pacific. The team's rotations have been criticized, evident in the limited playing time of key players such as Khalif Battle and El Ellis. Despite high expectations for Ellis as a star transfer, his contribution to the team has been below par. Additionally, the absence of Trevon Brazile, their top post player, will further impact their upcoming game. On the other hand, Mississippi State has displayed consistency and strength, especially on defense. Tolu Smith and Josh Hubbard have been key players in their recent successes, contributing to their impressive home game winning streak. Considering these factors, it is advised to support Mississippi State in both victory and covering the spread against Arkansas.

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SportsJaw Razorbacks vs Bulldogs archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Razorbacks vs Bulldogs matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Arkansas Razorbacks+575 → +527Moved
  • Moneyline · Mississippi St. Bulldogs-868 → -750Moved
  • Spread · Arkansas Razorbacks+12.5 (-110) → +11.5 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Mississippi St. Bulldogs-12.5 (-110) → -11.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over146 (-110) → 144.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under146 (-110) → 144.5 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Arkansas Razorbacks
28-9 matchup record · 2-7-1 ATS · 6-4-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Mississippi St. Bulldogs
13-19 matchup record · 4-5-1 ATS · 4-6-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-02-17T11:23:04.494Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

The Arkansas Razorbacks have had a disappointing season, currently ranked 12th in the SEC standings. They recently suffered a tough loss to Tennessee, with guard Tramon Mark leading the team in scoring. Mark averages 17.3 PPG and is key to the team's offensive production, along with Khalif Battle who averages 10.1 PPG. The Razorbacks are struggling without Trevon Brazile due to a knee injury, relying on Jalen Graham for post play. According to KenPom, Arkansas ranks 129th overall and is not projected to make the NCAA Tournament. Offensively, they shoot 44.48% from the field and 32.21% from three-point range. Defensively, they allow 43.75% field goals and 35.04% three-pointers. Despite their struggles, the Razorbacks continue to push the tempo on offense, ranking 57th in pace out of all Division I teams. MORE pic.twitter.com/JmAqTDEOdn

The Mississippi State Bulldogs are currently 5-6 in the SEC, sitting at 9th in the conference. They have displayed a strong defensive performance, ranking 7th in the nation in defensive efficiency. Led by senior center Tolu Smith and freshman guard Josh Hubbard, the Bulldogs have relied on their top scorers to stay competitive. They are currently projected to secure a 9-seed in the upcoming NCAA Tournament. However, they have two players listed as questionable due to injury, F DJ Jeffries and G Trey Fort. Mississippi State has a power ranking of 229 and ranks 173rd in offense, scoring an average of 74.25 points per game. On defense, they are ranked 63rd, giving up an average of 67.38 points per game. The Bulldogs have solid shooting percentages but struggle with free throws. Overall, their performance places them in the middle of the pack in the NCAA. Top Five Plays of the Week! 🔂 #HailState 🐶 pic.twitter.com/zlHQso3iQO

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Final result

Matchup pick recap

Mississippi St. Bulldogs defeated Arkansas Razorbacks 71-67

Mississippi St. Bulldogs defeated Arkansas Razorbacks 71-67 on February 17, 2024, a 4-point decision in the series. Mississippi St. Bulldogs' strongest period was the 1st half, when it outscored its opponent 34-29. Against SportsJaw's recorded Arkansas Razorbacks +11.5 (-110) spread, Arkansas Razorbacks covered, while the 138 combined points finished under the recorded total of 144.5.

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Tipster picks

  • WarbuczSpread · Mississippi St. Bulldogs -12 (-110)Loss
  • JamescashiolaSpread · Mississippi St. Bulldogs -12 (-110)Loss
  • GeauxtigersSpread · Arkansas Razorbacks +12 (-110)Win
  • CoversSpread · Arkansas Razorbacks +12 (-110)Win
  • Sammy52Total · Under 145 (-110)Win