Alabama Crimson Tide vs. Mississippi State Bulldogs 1/29/25 – Every game has turned towards March Madness with the NCAA Men’s Basketball season progressing further and further. March Madness is going to be as exciting as the brilliant Bulldogs from Mississippi State face off against Alabama Crimson Tide on Wednesday. Both teams are off to a great start with Mississippi having a record of 16-4 and Alabama 17-3. Spectators are looking forward to watching the game at Humphrey Coliseum which will be easier to catch because it will be broadcast on SECN.
Alabama Crimson Tide vs. Mississippi State Bulldogs 1/29/25 Game Info
| When: | Wednesday, January 29, 2025, at 9:00 PM ET |
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| Where: | Humphrey Coliseum |
| TV: | SECN |
| Stream: | SofaScore |
| Team | SP/RL | TOTAL | ML | |
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| Crimson Tide | -1 (-110) | Over 165.5 (-110) | -111 |  |
| Bulldogs | +1 (-110) | Under 165.5 (-110) | -105 | |
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Alabama is a slight favorite for the road game, as suggested by the betting lines. The oddsmakers anticipate a competitive and, possibly, high-scoring game, as indicated by the close spread and high total points set at 165.5.
Mark Sears (Guard) vs. Josh Hubbard (Guard)
Mark Sears has been a great help to Alabama which is why they are doing so well this season. Typically, Marks averages 18.1 points, 5 assists, and even 32 minutes on the court in the 20 games he has played. His combination of skills helps with his performance on and off the court. However, there is hope for him to improve further. His performance could further enhance Alabama’s competitiveness in the division.
On the other side, Josh Hubbard has blessed the Bulldogs with his outstanding performance as he leads the team with 16.3 scores on average. Furthermore, Mississippi State can expect to leverage his high free throw shooting percentage of 84.5% and very low ball turnover of only 0.9 a game. The crowd will be waiting to see how well he performs shooting against the other powerful scoring team of Alabama.
Dynamic Offense and Recent Form: Alabama’s Edge
Alabama has been admirable in all corners of the court this season as they have maintained a staggering 90.4 points per game along with a field goal percentage of 47.3%. This is very reflected in their recent matches, winning 103-87 against Vanderbilt and 80-73 against LSU. But maintaining a high scoring average will be very difficult as they take on the tough Mississippi State home defense.
Bulldogs’ Home Court Advantage and Defensive Strategy
Mississippi State may not have the greatest offense, but they have good stats on the defensive side, particularly at home where they have won 8 of their last nine games. They did score lower than their opponents, exemplified in their wins against South Carolina of 65-60 and their losses to Tennessee of 56-68. For Mississippi State to upset Alabama, they will need to maintain their dominance in the post which will lower their turnovers (currently at 10.5 a game).
Trends
Alabama Crimson Tide Betting Trends
Alabama are 7-2 ATS in their last 9 games.
Alabama are 10-1 SU in their last 11 games.
Alabama are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games against Mississippi State.
Alabama are 6-0 SU in their last 6 games against Mississippi State.
Alabama are 5-0 SU in their last 5 games on the road.
Mississippi State Bulldogs Betting Trends
Mississippi State are 0-5 ATS in their last 5 games.
Mississippi State are 16-4 SU in their last 20 games.
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Mississippi State’s last 7 games against Alabama.
Mississippi State are 8-1 SU in their last 9 games at home.
Mississippi State are 5-2 ATS in their last 7 games when playing at home against Alabama.
Alabama Crimson Tide vs. Mississippi State Bulldogs Betting Prediction
Alabama seems to have the upper hand based on the trends and statistical analysis because of the great performance they have had versus Mississippi State in their recent encounters. Mississippi State, however, should not be overlooked as they have one of the best home and defensive records in the league.
Considering the narrow spread and high total, betting on Alabama to cover might be the more appealing scenario based on their performance history and overall form. It is fair to assume the game is going to be an entertaining and a lot of points will be scored which makes betting on the total going over a realistic option.
Score Prediction: Alabama 88, Mississippi State 82
Hilbert Mayer
Sports Writer
Hilbert Mayer is a professional sports writer, betting analyst, and content strategist with over 15 years of experience in the sports industry. Before focusing on sports betting analysis and handicapping, Hilbert worked as a sports writer for various news outlets, covering everything from game recaps to in-depth matchup features. Today, he specializes in MLB, NFL, March Madness, and UFC betting, combining his journalistic background with deep statistical expertise and real-world betting insights. His proven track record, sharp reads, and ability to break down complex matchups make him a trusted voice among both casual bettors and seasoned sharps.
Published on: January 29, 2025
Last updated: March 27, 2025