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Game time: March 16, 2024 at 1:00 PM ET

Venue: Bridgestone Arena — Nashville, TN

Article updated Mar 16, 6:23 AM EDT

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The Mississippi State Bulldogs will face off against the Auburn Tigers in the first semifinal game on Saturday, with the winner advancing to the SEC Conference Championship

Game outlook

The Mississippi State Bulldogs will face off against the Auburn Tigers in the first semifinal game on Saturday, with the winner advancing to the SEC Conference Championship on Sunday. The Bulldogs come in with momentum after defeating Ole Miss and top-seeded Tennessee, while the Tigers earned a double-bye and dominated 15th-ranked South Carolina. The game is set to tip off at 1:00 PM EST, with Auburn favored to win by 8.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Bulldogs +282 | Tigers -350

Spread: Bulldogs +8 (-110) | Tigers -8 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 143 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Auburn will win straight-up is 78%.

Mississippi St. Bulldogs

The Mississippi Bulldogs made a strong statement in the SEC Tournament by defeating top-seed Tennessee and securing a potential spot in the NCAA Tournament. With a dominant performance led by Cameron Matthews and Josh Hubbard, the Bulldogs showcased their toughness and skill. Head coach Chris Jans emphasized the importance of coming out strong and attacking their opponents. As they now face Auburn in a decisive matchup, the Bulldogs look to replicate their previous success against this formidable opponent. Despite some challenges in rebounding, the Bulldogs have shown their ability to force turnovers and control the pace of the game. In terms of statistics, the Bulldogs have demonstrated solid offensive and defensive capabilities throughout the season, ranking well in various categories. Ultimately, the Bulldogs have positioned themselves as a strong contender in the NCAA Tournament. If you are looking for winning NCAAB predictions, this site can provide valuable insights for basketball enthusiasts. Today was fun 🔥 #HailState 🐶 pic.twitter.com/TftUbppy3N

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Auburn Tigers Analysis

The Auburn Tigers dominated #15 South Carolina in an 86-55 victory to advance to the semifinals, led by Johni Broome's double-double of 18 points and 10 rebounds. Head coach Bruce Pearl emphasized the team's excitement for playing and respect for their opponents. The Tigers will now face Mississippi State in a rubber match, aiming to break the tie in their season series. Auburn's strong offensive and defensive stats place them as a formidable opponent, with a power ranking of 49 and notable rankings in scoring, field goal shooting, and scoring defense. The Tigers are 25-7 overall and boast a well-rounded offensive game, shooting well from the field and free throw line. Defensively, they excel in limiting opponents' field goal and three-point shooting percentages. This sets the stage for an exciting matchup between Auburn and Mississippi State in the upcoming game. BIG TIME🤯 pic.twitter.com/UlWgSMtgi0

Mississippi State Faces Tough Challenge Against Surging Auburn in NCAA Tournament Showdown

After a key victory over Tennessee, Mississippi State likely secured a spot in the NCAA Tournament. However, the team will face a strong opponent in Auburn, who they previously lost to due to poor rebounding and shooting percentages. Auburn has been a consistently efficient team on offense and defense, ranking high in scoring and turnover rates in the SEC. They are currently ranked fourth in the nation by KenPom.com and appear to be a top contender for the SEC title. Mississippi State may struggle to keep pace with Auburn's high level of play. Therefore, it is recommended to favor Auburn in the upcoming matchup.

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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+273 → +290Moved
  • Moneyline · Auburn Tigers-343 → -375Moved
  • Spread · Mississippi St. Bulldogs+8.25 (-110) → +8 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Auburn Tigers-8.25 (-110) → -8 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over142.5 (-110) → 141.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under142.5 (-110) → 141.5 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Mississippi St. Bulldogs
13-19 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 5-5-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Auburn Tigers
21-16 matchup record · 6-4-0 ATS · 6-4-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-03-16T10:23:03.574Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

No verified injury or availability note was included in the published matchup research.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2024-03-02Mississippi St. Bulldogs 63 · Auburn Tigers 78
  • 2024-01-27Auburn Tigers 58 · Mississippi St. Bulldogs 64
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Auburn Tigers defeated Mississippi St. Bulldogs 73-66

Auburn Tigers defeated Mississippi St. Bulldogs 73-66 on March 16, 2024, a 7-point decision in the series. Auburn Tigers' strongest period was the 2nd half, when it outscored its opponent 42-35. Against SportsJaw's recorded Mississippi St. Bulldogs +8 (-110) spread, Mississippi St. Bulldogs covered, while the 139 combined points finished under the recorded total of 141.5.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • MoneymouthSpread · Mississippi St. Bulldogs +7.5 (-110)Win
  • CoversSpread · Mississippi St. Bulldogs +7.5 (-110)Win
  • MiamimikeSpread · Mississippi St. Bulldogs +7.5 (-110)Win
  • JtmcentireSpread · Auburn Tigers -7.5 (-110)Loss
  • TphamSpread · Auburn Tigers -7.5 (-110)Loss
  • Leadpipe_LocksTotal · Under 143 (-110)Win
  • BluedevilSpread · Mississippi St. Bulldogs +7.5 (-110)Win
  • MauriceJonesSpread · Mississippi St. Bulldogs +7.5 (-110)Win