The Mississippi State Bulldogs (20-10) travel to face off against the Arkansas Razorbacks (18-12) on Saturday, March 8th. This game will be played at Bud Walton Arena in Fayetteville and televised on SECN. Arkansas is coming off a win in their previous game, while Mississippi State is looking to get back on track from a loss to the Texas. Tip-off is set for 12:00 ET.

Mississippi State Bulldogs vs Arkansas Razorbacks

The Bulldogs Look To Bounce Back From A Loss

Mississippi State Bulldogs Recent Game/Games

Mississippi State fell to 20-10 on the season after a 87-82 home loss to Texas on Tuesday, March 4th. The Bulldogs, who were -7 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.

After trailing 37-32 at halftime, Mississippi State outscored Texas 39-34 in the 2nd half but couldn’t complete the comeback. The game’s total points of 169 exceeded the O/U line of 151.5.

The Razorbacks Look To Bounce Back From A Loss

Arkansas improved to 18-12 on the season with a 90-77 road win over Vanderbilt on Tuesday. Entering the game as +7.5 point underdogs, the Razorbacks not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.

Leading 43-37 at halftime, Arkansas scored 47 points in the 2nd half while allowing 40. The game’s total points of 167 went over the pre-game line of 149.5.

Bulldogs Offense Breakdown

Mississippi State put up 82 points in their last game, despite shooting just 39.7% from the field and 24% from three-point range. They connected on 6 of 25 attempts from beyond the arc, with an effective field goal percentage of 44.1%. At the free-throw line, they hit 22 of 28 attempts, good for 78.6%.

Tramon Mark led the way with 24 points, shooting 9 of 13 overall and 4 of 6 from three. Tre Johnson added 23 points, hitting 6 of 9 from deep. Mississippi State also recorded 18 assists and 12 offensive rebounds in the win.

Razorbacks Offense Breakdown

Arkansas put up 90 points in their last game, shooting 50.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56.9%. They connected on 61% of their two-point attempts (25/41) and hit 33.3% from beyond the arc (8/24). At the free-throw line, they made 72.7% of their shots (16/22).

Trevon Brazile was a standout, shooting 75% from the field and 60% from three, finishing with 16 points and 14 rebounds. Johnell Davis led the team with 21 points, despite shooting just 38.9% overall and 40% from deep.

Bulldogs Team Defense

Despite Mississippi State’s defense holding their opponent to 39% shooting, they still gave up 87 points. The Bulldogs allowed 21 two-point field goals on 43 attempts, a 48% conversion rate.

From beyond the arc, Mississippi State’s defense limited their opponent to 6 threes on 25 attempts, a 24% shooting percentage. However, they sent them to the line 28 times, where they hit 22 free throws, and they also gave up 12 offensive rebounds.

Razorbacks Team Defense

Despite Mississippi State holding their opponent to just 39% shooting, they still gave up 87 points. The Bulldogs allowed 21 two-point field goals on 43 attempts, a 48% conversion rate.

From beyond the arc, Mississippi State’s defense limited their opponent to 6 threes on 25 attempts, a 24% success rate. However, they sent the other team to the free-throw line 28 times, where they hit 22 free throws, and Mississippi State also gave up 12 offensive rebounds.

Bulldogs vs Razorbacks Trends

• Across the Bulldogs last three road games, the team averaged 80 points per game while allowing 91. Their record vs the spread in these contests was 1-2, while going 1-2 straight-up.
• When looking at their past three home matchups, Arkansas has an ATS record of 2-1 while averaging 67 per game. The team went 1-2 overall in these games.
• Going back to their previous five games as the underdog, Mississippi State has an ATS mark of 2-3 while going 2-3 straight up.
• The Razorbacks have played well in their last five games as the betting favorite, going 4-1 straight up and 4-1 against the spread.

Bulldogs vs Razorbacks Prediction

For today’s matchup we are recommending to take the Razorbacks to secure the win, with an expected final score of 77-70. When it comes to the spread, we believe they’ll cover at -1.5.

As for the over/under, the the line is currently at 148.5, and our model projects the Bulldogs and Razorbacks to reach a combined total of 147 points. Our bet is on taking the under.

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