Published Feb 25, 6:23am ET by
Demilade Adelekun - Betting Preview Analyst and Sports Writer
Last updated Feb 25, 6:23am ET
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Mississippi State travels to Alabama to face the Crimson Tide. After a tough loss to South Carolina, can the Bulldogs complete the upset?
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| Over | 175.5 (-110) |
| Under | 175.5 (-110) |
Mississippi State is 13-14 overall and 5-9 in conference play. The Bulldogs have been up and down throughout the season. After a disappointing conference campaign, they will need an auto bid to make the big dance. For More March Madness Betting Odds and Predictions, see the Full Hub".
With MSSU woes, Josh Hubbard has been electric for the Bulldogs. He is currently averaging 22 points a game, and recently exploded for 46 points against Auburn. Can he have another big night against another Alabama team?
Alabama is 20-7 overall, 10-4 in SEC play, and the 17th team in the country. The Tide has been one of the best offenses in the country. This is the reason why they are slated as a 4 seed in the NCAA Tournament.
Nate Oats and Alabama have a clear offensive philosophy. The tide wants to shoot threes or layups. They turn the basketball analytics to their favor, and it pays off. Alabama puts up nearly 93 points a game. This fast inside and out playstyle makes Alabama a threat to score 100 on any given night.
Mississippi State vs Alabama will be a shootout. The last time these two played each other, they hit the over, and we think this will happen again. Alabama is the better team, and typically, the better team will dictate the pace of play. Alabama forces games into track meets, and this game should follow suit. Our pick is Over (175.5).
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Over (175.5)
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