Missouri Tigers Edge Mississippi State Bulldogs 84-79
Saturday, January 31, 2026, 3:30 PM ET · Mizzou Arena
Missouri Tigers 84, Mississippi State Bulldogs 79, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Mississippi State Bulldogs vs Missouri Tigers?
Missouri Tigers beat Mississippi State Bulldogs 84-79 at Mizzou Arena on January 31, 2026.
Who was favored in Mississippi State Bulldogs vs Missouri Tigers?
Missouri Tigers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -285 (about 74% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Missouri Tigers defeated the Mississippi State Bulldogs 84-79 at Mizzou Arena. This victory marks a continuation of Missouri’s success against Mississippi State, having won all three of their last meetings, including two in the previous season. The Tigers now hold a 2-0 record against the Bulldogs in recent matchups, with the last two games resulting in scores of 85-73 and 88-61 in favor of Missouri.
Missouri entered the game with a home record of 15-7, while Mississippi State had an away record of 11-11. The Tigers have had a mixed performance recently, recording a 5-5 record over their last ten games, with an average of 72.6 points scored and 77.2 points allowed. Their last five games saw them at 2-3 with an average of 75.6 points scored and 80.6 points allowed. They were coming off a loss against Alabama, where they fell 64-90.
On the other hand, Mississippi State also posted a 5-5 record in their last ten games, averaging 75.9 points scored and 77.2 points allowed. They recently secured a win against LSU, with a score of 80-66, breaking a streak of losses that included a heavy defeat to Vanderbilt at 56-88.
The game was closely fought, with both teams trading leads throughout. Missouri's scoring was bolstered by key plays in the second half, including free throws by Anthony Robinson II that extended their lead. The Bulldogs attempted to stay competitive, with Josh Hubbard hitting a crucial three-pointer to keep the game within reach. However, Missouri’s ability to convert free throws down the stretch proved decisive.
The betting market had Missouri favored by 6.5 points according to DraftKings, with a total set at 146.5. The odds reflected a competitive matchup, indicating that both teams had the potential to score heavily, which they did, combining for a total of 163 points.
Conditions at Mizzou Arena were favorable for the home team, contributing to their strong performance. The Tigers capitalized on their home court advantage, which has historically been significant in college basketball. The atmosphere was electric, with fans supporting their team throughout the game.
As the game progressed, viewers were treated to an exciting display of basketball, with Missouri’s tactical plays and Mississippi State's resilience on full display. The final moments were particularly intense, showcasing the competitive spirit of both teams as they battled for every point. Ultimately, Missouri's ability to execute under pressure allowed them to secure the win, continuing their strong home record.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | MIZ -6.5 | 146.5 o -115 / u -105 | Mississippi State Bulldogs +230 · Missouri Tigers -285 |
Leaders
- PointsMark Mitchell Jr.19Missouri Tigers
- AssistsMark Mitchell Jr.4Missouri Tigers
- ReboundsT.O. Barrett8Missouri Tigers
- PointsJayden Epps23Mississippi State Bulldogs
- AssistsJayden Epps4Mississippi State Bulldogs
- ReboundsJamarion Davis-Fleming8Mississippi State Bulldogs
Recent form
Missouri Tigers
Last 10: 5-5Streak L172.6 scored · 77.2 allowed per game4-1 at home
- L64-90at Alabama Crimson TideJan 28
- W88-87vs Oklahoma SoonersJan 24
- L72-74vs Georgia BulldogsJan 21
- L70-78at LSU TigersJan 17
- W84-74vs Auburn TigersJan 15
- L69-76at Ole Miss RebelsJan 10
- W73-68at Kentucky WildcatsJan 8
- W76-74vs Florida GatorsJan 4
- L48-91at Illinois Fighting IlliniDec 23
- W82-60vs Bethune-Cookman WildcatsDec 14
Mississippi State Bulldogs
Last 10: 5-5Streak W175.9 scored · 77.2 allowed per game2-2 away
- W80-66at LSU TigersJan 29
- L56-88vs Vanderbilt CommodoresJan 24
- L68-88at Texas A&M AggiesJan 22
- L67-68vs Ole Miss RebelsJan 18
- L82-97vs Alabama Crimson TideJan 14
- L68-92at Kentucky WildcatsJan 11
- W72-53vs Oklahoma SoonersJan 8
- W101-98at Texas LonghornsJan 3
- W94-56vs Alabama State HornetsDec 30
- W71-66vs Memphis TigersDec 20
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida | 27-8 | - | 16-2 |
| Arkansas | 28-9 | 3 | 13-5 |
| Alabama | 25-10 | 3 | 13-5 |
| Vanderbilt | 27-9 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Tennessee | 25-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Texas A&M | 22-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Georgia | 22-11 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Kentucky | 22-14 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Missouri | 20-13 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Texas | 21-15 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Auburn | 22-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Oklahoma | 21-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Mississippi State | 13-19 | 11 | 5-13 |
| Ole Miss | 15-20 | 12 | 4-14 |
| South Carolina | 13-19 | 12 | 4-14 |
| LSU | 15-17 | 13 | 3-15 |
Box score
| Stat | Mississippi State Bulldogs | Missouri Tigers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 28-65 | 25-58 |
| Field goal % | 43 | 43 |
| Three-pointers | 11-28 | 9-26 |
| Three-point % | 39 | 35 |
| Free throws | 12-18 | 25-33 |
| Free throw % | 67 | 76 |
| Rebounds | 38 | 36 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 25 | 24 |
| Assists | 9 | 15 |
| Steals | 6 | 4 |
| Blocks | 3 | 7 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 8 | 21 |
| Fast-break points | 8 | 11 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 26 |
| Fouls | 21 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 16 |
| Lead changes | 3 | 3 |
| Time in front | 3 | 93 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half43-55Jayden Epps makes 6-foot jumper
- 2nd Half43-56Mark Mitchell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half44-56Sergej Macura makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half44-58Trent Pierce makes layup (T.O. Barrett assists)
- 2nd Half44-60Mark Mitchell makes 5-foot jumper
- 2nd Half46-60Josh Hubbard makes 17-foot jumper
- 2nd Half46-62Jacob Crews makes 3-foot jumper (Mark Mitchell assists)
- 2nd Half49-62Josh Hubbard makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half51-62Jamarion Davis-Fleming makes 3-foot dunk (Ja'Borri McGhee assists)
- 2nd Half51-64Mark Mitchell makes 8-foot jumper
- 2nd Half51-66Annor Boateng makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half52-66Josh Hubbard makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-66Achor Achor makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half54-68Anthony Robinson II makes 11-foot jumper
- 2nd Half56-68Josh Hubbard makes layup
- 2nd Half56-69Mark Mitchell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-69Jayden Epps makes 7-foot jumper
- 2nd Half60-69King Grace makes layup (Josh Hubbard assists)
- 2nd Half60-71Jayden Stone makes layup (Trent Pierce assists)
- 2nd Half60-72Jayden Stone makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half63-72Josh Hubbard makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half65-72Jayden Epps makes 2-foot jumper
- 2nd Half65-74Jayden Stone makes layup
- 2nd Half67-74King Grace makes layup (Jayden Epps assists)
- 2nd Half70-74Josh Hubbard makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jayden Epps assists)
- 2nd Half71-74Josh Hubbard makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half71-75Mark Mitchell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-76Mark Mitchell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-77T.O. Barrett makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-78T.O. Barrett makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-78Josh Hubbard makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half73-78Josh Hubbard makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-79Anthony Robinson II makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half73-80Anthony Robinson II makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-81Anthony Robinson II makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-81Josh Hubbard makes 27-foot three point jumper (Jayden Epps assists)
- 2nd Half76-82T.O. Barrett makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-83T.O. Barrett makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-84Jayden Stone makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half79-84Ja'Borri McGhee makes 22-foot three point jumper (Josh Hubbard assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Missouri Tigers, below favours Mississippi State Bulldogs.
Venue
- Mizzou ArenaColumbia, MO
- Attendance12527
- OfficialsJason Baker, Pat Adams, Todd Austin
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