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Mississippi St. Bulldogs vs LSU Tigers Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: February 24, 2024 at 8:30 PM ET

Venue: Pete Maravich Assembly Center — Baton Rouge, LA

Article updated Feb 24, 6:23 AM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The SEC season is nearing its end with an exciting matchup between the Mississippi State Bulldogs and the LSU Tigers. Both teams are coming off strong wins, with Mississippi

Game outlook

The SEC season is nearing its end with an exciting matchup between the Mississippi State Bulldogs and the LSU Tigers. Both teams are coming off strong wins, with Mississippi State defeating Ole Miss and LSU taking down Kentucky. Mississippi State won their only meeting last season, and they are the betting favorite for this game. Tipoff is set for 8:30 EST and can be watched on the SEC Network.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Bulldogs -137 | Tigers +112

Spread: Bulldogs -2.5 (-110) | Tigers +2.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 145.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Mississippi St. will win straight-up is 58%.

Mississippi St. Bulldogs

Mississippi State's basketball team has been performing well this season in the SEC, with four straight wins in league play. Led by Tolu Smith, the team is projected to secure a spot in the NCAA Tournament. Smith, along with freshman Josh Hubbard and senior Cameron Matthews, have been key players in the team's success. The Bulldogs are ranked 35th overall and are projected to be a 9-seed in the tournament according to Bracketology. They have a strong defense, ranked 11th in defensive efficiency, and their offensive statistics are solid, with room for improvement in three-point shooting and free throw percentage. In terms of injuries, there are none listed that would affect the team's depth chart. Overall, Mississippi State has shown themselves to be a competitive force in college basketball this season. Cultured. #HailState 🐶 pic.twitter.com/C4Eh4L0dzT

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LSU Tigers Analysis

The LSU Tigers have recently shown improvement with two big wins against ranked opponents, moving their record to 6-7 in league play. Forward Tyrell Ward led the team in scoring during the upset win against Kentucky. Jalen Cook is the team's top scorer but is questionable with a leg injury, while Jordan Wright and Will Baker also contribute significantly to the team. LSU is currently ranked 76th overall and is not being considered for an NCAA Tournament bid. The Tigers have a power ranking of 270 and rank 85th in offense and 254th in defense. They have a 14-12 overall record. LSU's offensive stats include shooting percentages and rebounding averages, while their defensive stats show percentages allowed and rebounding averages. These stats provide a comprehensive overview of the LSU Tigers basketball team's performance and standing. We’ve got you covered with ALL the angles from the winning bucket 🎥 pic.twitter.com/KXqs22a1ZQ

LSU Faces Uncertain NCAA Tournament Future as Leading Scorer's Injury Risk Looms; Mississippi State Poised to Seize Opportunity

LSU has recently secured two significant victories, however, the team has also faced 12 losses this season which may result in them being excluded from the NCAA Tournament. The leading scorer for LSU has been dealing with sporadic injuries and is at risk of missing the upcoming game. Specifically, Jalen Cook, who averages 15.6 PPG, may sit out due to a leg injury. In the event of his absence, Mississippi State holds even more value. Tolu Smith of the Bulldogs is currently healthy and is anticipated to play in the upcoming game after scoring 24 points in their last match. Smith's performance inside the paint is expected to neutralize any advantage LSU may have had with their 7-foot center, Baker. Additionally, Mississippi State's freshman point guard Josh Hubbard has shown improvement throughout the season and played a significant role in their recent four-game winning streak. LSU has struggled in recent home games against formidable opponents and lacks a strong home court advantage. On the other hand, Mississippi State is positioned favorably in the NCAA Tournament bubble and can improve their standing with a strong road victory. Based on these factors, it is recommended to choose Mississippi State to emerge victorious and cover the spread.

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

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Mississippi St. Bulldogs-143 → -190Moved
  • Moneyline · LSU Tigers+114 → +160Moved
  • Spread · Mississippi St. Bulldogs-1 (-110) → -4 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · LSU Tigers+1 (-110) → +4 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over145.5 (-110) → 143.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under145.5 (-110) → 143.5 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Mississippi St. Bulldogs
13-19 matchup record · 4-5-1 ATS · 4-6-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
LSU Tigers
15-17 matchup record · 6-4-0 ATS · 5-5-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-02-24T11:23:11.131Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

Mississippi State's basketball team has been performing well this season in the SEC, with four straight wins in league play. Led by Tolu Smith, the team is projected to secure a spot in the NCAA Tournament. Smith, along with freshman Josh Hubbard and senior Cameron Matthews, have been key players in the team's success. The Bulldogs are ranked 35th overall and are projected to be a 9-seed in the tournament according to Bracketology. They have a strong defense, ranked 11th in defensive efficiency, and their offensive statistics are solid, with room for improvement in three-point shooting and free throw percentage. In terms of injuries, there are none listed that would affect the team's depth chart. Overall, Mississippi State has shown themselves to be a competitive force in college basketball this season. Cultured. #HailState 🐶 pic.twitter.com/C4Eh4L0dzT

The LSU Tigers have recently shown improvement with two big wins against ranked opponents, moving their record to 6-7 in league play. Forward Tyrell Ward led the team in scoring during the upset win against Kentucky. Jalen Cook is the team's top scorer but is questionable with a leg injury, while Jordan Wright and Will Baker also contribute significantly to the team. LSU is currently ranked 76th overall and is not being considered for an NCAA Tournament bid. The Tigers have a power ranking of 270 and rank 85th in offense and 254th in defense. They have a 14-12 overall record. LSU's offensive stats include shooting percentages and rebounding averages, while their defensive stats show percentages allowed and rebounding averages. These stats provide a comprehensive overview of the LSU Tigers basketball team's performance and standing. We’ve got you covered with ALL the angles from the winning bucket 🎥 pic.twitter.com/KXqs22a1ZQ

LSU has recently secured two significant victories, however, the team has also faced 12 losses this season which may result in them being excluded from the NCAA Tournament. The leading scorer for LSU has been dealing with sporadic injuries and is at risk of missing the upcoming game. Specifically, Jalen Cook, who averages 15.6 PPG, may sit out due to a leg injury. In the event of his absence, Mississippi State holds even more value. Tolu Smith of the Bulldogs is currently healthy and is anticipated to play in the upcoming game after scoring 24 points in their last match. Smith's performance inside the paint is expected to neutralize any advantage LSU may have had with their 7-foot center, Baker. Additionally, Mississippi State's freshman point guard Josh Hubbard has shown improvement throughout the season and played a significant role in their recent four-game winning streak. LSU has struggled in recent home games against formidable opponents and lacks a strong home court advantage. On the other hand, Mississippi State is positioned favorably in the NCAA Tournament bubble and can improve their standing with a strong road victory. Based on these factors, it is recommended to choose Mississippi State to emerge victorious and cover the spread.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2023-02-08LSU Tigers 53 · Mississippi St. Bulldogs 64
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Mississippi St. Bulldogs defeated LSU Tigers 87-67

Mississippi St. Bulldogs defeated LSU Tigers 87-67 on February 24, 2024, a 20-point decision in the series. Mississippi St. Bulldogs' strongest period was the 2nd half, when it outscored its opponent 47-34. Against SportsJaw's recorded Mississippi St. Bulldogs -4 (-110) spread, Mississippi St. Bulldogs covered, while the 154 combined points finished over the recorded total of 143.5.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • HopkinspicksSpread · LSU Tigers +2.5 (-110)Loss
  • SimonsaysSpread · LSU Tigers +2.5 (-110)Loss
  • RainmanSpread · LSU Tigers +2.5 (-110)Loss
  • Panchito1234Moneyline · Mississippi St. Bulldogs -142Win