LSU vs Ole Miss Prediction 2/8/25 College Basketball Picks Today

In this article we will formulate a LSU vs Ole Miss prediction for this College Basketball game on Saturday, February 8th at the Pete Maravich Assembly Center in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

LSU Tigers Betting Preview

The LSU Tigers are 12-10 (1-8) this year after they lost to Georgia by a score of 81-62 in their last game. LSU trailed 37-31 at halftime and allowed 44 points in the second half in the loss. The Tigers shot 36.2% from the field, 36.4% on three pointers, and 61.5% on free throws in the game. Jordan Sears led LSU with 11 points and two assists, while Daimion Collins added 10 points and six rebounds in the loss. 

Prior to that game, the Tigers lost to Texas by a score of 89-58 and Auburn by a score of 87-74. LSU has lost five games in a row and they are currently second to last in the SEC standings with a 1-8 record. LSU has scored 77.3 points per game and they have allowed 72.3 points against per game, while also averaging 37.7 rebounds and 13.3 assists per game this season. Cam Carter is averaging 17.0 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 2.7 assists per game, while Jordan Sears is averaging 13.8 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 2.7 assists per game this year. LSU is shooting 45.7% from the field, 75.6% on free throws, and 30.9% on three pointers this season. 

Ole Miss Rebels Betting Preview

The Ole Miss Rebels are 17-6 (6-4) this season after they defeated Kentucky by a score of 98-84 in their last game. Ole Miss led 54-31 at halftime, but they did allow 53 points in the second half in the loss. The Rebels shot 54.7% from the field, 43.3% on three pointers, and 71.4% on free throws in the game. Matthew Murrell led Ole Miss with 24 points and five rebounds, while Dre Davis added 17 points and three rebounds in the win. 

Prior to that victory, the Rebels lost to Auburn by a score of 92-82, but did beat Texas by a score of 72-69 before that. Ole Miss has lost four of their last six games and they are currently tied for sixth in the SEC standings with a 6-4 record. Ole Miss has scored 78.6 points per game and they have allowed 68.4 points against per game, while also averaging 33.8 rebounds and 15.7 assists per game this season. Sean Pedulla is averaging 14.9 points, 3.4 rebounds, and 3.8 assists per game, while Matthew Murrell is averaging 11.8 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per game this year. Ole Miss is shooting 45% from the field, 72.8% on free throws, and 35.3% on three pointers this season. 

Why LSU will beat Ole Miss

• LSU has won eight of its last nine games at Pete Maravich Assembly Center when playing with a rest disadvantage.
• Ole Miss has lost each of its last four games at Pete Maravich Assembly Center against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• Ole Miss has lost the first half in four of its last five road games.

Why Ole Miss will beat LSU

• Ole Miss has won each of its last nine night games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• LSU has lost nine of its last 10 games against the Southeastern Conference.
• LSU has lost the first half in eight of its last nine games against the Southeastern Conference at Pete Maravich Assembly Center.

Total Points Facts

• Each of LSU’s last nine home games have produced a total of 147+ points.
• Eight of Ole Miss’ last nine games against non-AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 142 or fewer points.

Matchup/League Facts

• LSU ranks 17th among Division 1 teams for blocks per game this season (5.2).
• LSU ranks 49th among Division 1 teams for opponent field goal percentage this season (40.8%).
• Ole Miss ranks T1st among Division 1 teams for turnovers per game this season (8.9).
• Ole Miss ranks 2nd among Division 1 teams for turnover percentage this season (11.3%).

LSU vs Ole Miss Prediction 

LSU comes into this matchup with just a 1-8 record in conference play, but they will be at home for this game. The Tigers have had major issues on defense in recent weeks, as they have allowed 80+ points in four straight games. Ole Miss has won two of their last three games and they are scoring nearly 79 points per game, but they are 0-2 in their last two road games. The Rebels have allowed 82+ points in three of their last four games, so neither defense is playing very well right now. Ole Miss should get the win on the road, but I think we are going to see plenty of points in this game, so take the over here.