Kentucky vs Mississippi State Basketball Picks 1-17-24

The Mississippi State Bulldogs and Kentucky Wildcats face off on Wednesday in a college basketball showdown at Rupp Arena. Let’s look at the betting matchup and give a free Mississippi State vs Kentucky prediction.

Chance for Mississippi State to Pick up a Big Win

Mississippi State has been a bit inconsistent the last few games but they have played tough competition. Two games ago against Tennessee they they won 77-72 but in the last game against Alabama, they lost 82-74. At halftime they were down only two points, but in the second half, Alamaba pulled away. Mississippi State is averaging 75.3 points while their defense is giving up 64.8 points per game. The defense is ranked 38th in college basketball and the defense is going to need to have a big game here. Mississippi State will face Vanderbilt after this game.

Kentucky Coming Off A Loss

Overall this season Kentucky has played well, but they are coming off a loss in the last game. Kentucky faced off against Texas A&M, and they were defeated by five points. Antonio Reeves was the top plate for Kentucky putting up 22 points, six rebounds, and one assists. Kentucky on the season is averaging 90.8 points while the defense is giving up 76 points per game. The offense likes to push the pace, but the defense at times has been an issue. Antonio Reeves is averaging 18.9 points while shooting 50.8 percent from the field and 42.7 percent from behind the three point line. 

Mississippi State vs Kentucky Betting Prediction

Mississippi State is going to put some major pressure on this game with their defense. They are giving up only 64.8 points per game and they’re going to step up in this game with the defense. Kentucky’s defense hasn’t been good all season and they are going to really struggle to slow down Mississippi State in this game. Mississippi State is going to find enough success scoring to cover the spread here.