Kentucky basketball will face off against Mississippi State in a highly anticipated SEC matchup with the Bulldogs favored to win. Mississippi State, currently ranked No. 14 with a 14-1 record, has been performing well, winning their first two conference games by large margins. On the other hand, No. 6 ranked Kentucky (12-3) split their first two conference games, including a recent loss to unranked Georgia.
Vegas, ESPN, and KenPom all predict a win for Mississippi State, with odds favoring the Bulldogs by 5.5 points. ESPN’s BPI model gives Mississippi State a 63.4% chance of winning, while KenPom predicts a final score of 84-78 in favor of the Bulldogs. Kentucky has a strong history against Mississippi State, winning their last nine matchups in Starkville and holding a 101-29 all-time record over the Bulldogs.
Fans can watch the game at 8:30 p.m. ET on the SEC Network or Fubo TV. This matchup promises to be an exciting one, with Kentucky looking to maintain their winning streak against Mississippi State on the road. The Wildcats have a tough challenge ahead of them against a hot Bulldogs team, but their history of success against Mississippi State gives them confidence heading into the game. Kentucky will be looking for their first true road win of the season, while Mississippi State aims to continue their impressive streak in conference play.
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