The Mississippi State Bulldogs (20-7, 8-6 SEC) welcome the Missouri Tigers (12-14, 3-11 SEC) to Humphrey Coliseum. The Tigers will attempt to put an end to a five-game road losing streak. The game starts at 7 p.m. ET on Tuesday, February 26, 2019, and will air on SEC Network.
Missouri Tigers vs. Mississippi State Bulldogs ATS Odds
In their last contest, the Bulldogs defeated the South Carolina Gamecocks, 76-61, while the Tigers lost to the Florida Gators, 64-60.
The Bulldogs made 18 of their 20 free throws (90.0 percent) and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.580 (above their season average of 0.545). Missouri, on the other hand, held Florida to an offensive rebounding percentage of 23.1 (below their season average of 31.3). Reggie Perry played well for Mississippi State, contributing 21 points and six rebounds. Javon Pickett played a pivotal role for Missouri with 15 points and six rebounds.
This was a highly competitive series last year, as the teams split their two games last season. In the most recent contest, the Tigers won 89-85. Missouri did a fantastic job of getting to and converting from the free throw line (23-28; 82.1 percent). Mississippi State, on the other hand, had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (33.3 vs. 24.1). This is the first time these teams will battle this year.
The high-octane offense of Mississippi State will face off against the mid-tier defense of Missouri. The Bulldogs rank 30th in offensive efficiency, while the Tigers are 183rd in defensive efficiency. The Bulldogs should have the advantage on that side of the ball.
Missouri at Mississippi State Free Pick
Pick: SU Winner – Mississippi State, ATS Winner – Mississippi State, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Mississippi State ranks 10th in blocks per game (5.3) while Missouri ranks 223rd (1.7).
- The Bulldogs are 37th in the nation with 31.8 rebounds allowed per game while the Tigers are 42nd with 32.1 rebounds allowed per game.
- The Bulldogs rank 19th in steals per game (8.4) while the Tigers rank 221st (4.7).
- Mississippi State ranks 83rd in assists per game (14.5) while Missouri ranks 249th (11.1).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Tigers have scored an average of 64.2 points per game (0.6 below their season average) and allowed an average of 70.2 points per game (4.2 above their season average).
- The Bulldogs’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 8.2, up from 7.8 for the season.
