Mississippi State Defeats Ole Miss in Rivalry Clash
Saturday, February 14, 2026, 6:30 PM ET · The Sandy and John Black Pavilion at Ole Miss
Mississippi State Bulldogs 90, Ole Miss Rebels 78, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Mississippi State Bulldogs vs Ole Miss Rebels?
Mississippi State Bulldogs beat Ole Miss Rebels 90-78 at The Sandy and John Black Pavilion at Ole Miss on February 14, 2026.
Who was favored in Mississippi State Bulldogs vs Ole Miss Rebels?
Ole Miss Rebels were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -175 (about 64% implied). The underdog won.
In a notable NCAAB matchup, the Mississippi State Bulldogs secured a 90-78 victory over the Ole Miss Rebels at The Sandy and John Black Pavilion. This fixture is significant not only for the rivalry between the two teams but also for the implications it holds in the standings, as both teams have been struggling in recent weeks. The Bulldogs, with a record of 12-13, have faced their share of challenges, yet they managed to overcome the Rebels, who now sit at 11-14.
Both teams entered the game with disappointing recent form. The Rebels have been on a six-game losing streak, with their last ten games yielding a record of 3-7. They averaged 73.3 points scored per game while allowing an average of 80.2 points. In their last five games, Ole Miss scored an average of 67.8 points, while conceding 79.8 points. Their home record stood at 1-3 in the last four games, and they were looking to turn their fortunes around against Mississippi State.
On the other hand, the Bulldogs have also struggled, posting a record of 2-8 in their last ten games and currently on a three-game losing streak. They averaged 70.4 points scored and 79.7 points allowed during this stretch. Their recent performances have been inconsistent, with a home record of 1-5 and an away record of 1-3 in the last few games. The Bulldogs' last five games saw them average 69.4 points while allowing 79.8 points.
Historically, the matchup has been competitive, with Mississippi State holding a slight edge in their recent meetings, leading the head-to-head record 2-1 over the last two seasons. Earlier this season, the Rebels narrowly defeated the Bulldogs 68-67 in a closely contested game. However, in their previous encounters in the 2025 season, Mississippi State won both meetings, including a decisive 81-71 victory in February.
In terms of injuries, the block does not specify any key players missing from either lineup, suggesting both teams fielded their strongest available rosters for this crucial game. The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had Mississippi State favored by 3.5 points, with a total set at 146.5. The odds reflected the close nature of the rivalry and the uncertainty surrounding both teams' recent performances.
The game conditions were typical for a February evening, with both teams needing a win to boost their confidence and standings. Fans were treated to an exciting contest, with Mississippi State capitalizing on their scoring opportunities and maintaining a lead throughout the second half. Key moments included Malik Dia's three-point jumper that extended the Bulldogs' lead, as well as crucial free throws down the stretch that sealed the victory.
For viewers, the matchup showcased the intensity of college basketball rivalries, with both teams fighting hard for every point. Mississippi State's ability to execute in critical moments, particularly in free throw situations, proved decisive in the outcome. As the Bulldogs look to build on this victory, the Rebels will need to regroup and find ways to break their losing streak as the season progresses.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | MISS -3.5 | 146.5 o -110 / u -110 | Mississippi State Bulldogs +145 · Ole Miss Rebels -175 |
Leaders
- PointsMalik Dia32Ole Miss Rebels
- AssistsAJ Storr5Ole Miss Rebels
- ReboundsMalik Dia7Ole Miss Rebels
- PointsJosh Hubbard32Mississippi State Bulldogs
- AssistsJosh Hubbard6Mississippi State Bulldogs
- ReboundsShawn Jones Jr.8Mississippi State Bulldogs
Recent form
Ole Miss Rebels
Last 10: 3-7Streak L673.3 scored · 80.2 allowed per game1-3 at home
- L74-93vs Alabama Crimson TideFeb 12
- L68-79at Texas LonghornsFeb 7
- L66-84at Tennessee VolunteersFeb 4
- L68-71at Vanderbilt CommodoresJan 31
- L63-72at Kentucky WildcatsJan 24
- L66-78vs Auburn TigersJan 21
- W68-67at Mississippi State BulldogsJan 18
- W97-95at Georgia BulldogsJan 15
- W76-69vs Missouri TigersJan 10
- L87-94vs Arkansas RazorbacksJan 8
Mississippi State Bulldogs
Last 10: 2-8Streak L370.4 scored · 79.7 allowed per game1-3 away
- L64-73vs Tennessee VolunteersFeb 12
- L68-88vs Arkansas RazorbacksFeb 7
- L79-84at Missouri TigersJan 31
- 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
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 | Ole Miss Rebels |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 33-57 | 27-65 |
| Field goal % | 58 | 42 |
| Three-pointers | 11-24 | 8-26 |
| Three-point % | 46 | 31 |
| Free throws | 13-22 | 16-21 |
| Free throw % | 59 | 76 |
| Rebounds | 38 | 35 |
| Offensive rebounds | 6 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 32 | 25 |
| Assists | 18 | 19 |
| Steals | 3 | 6 |
| Blocks | 2 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 6 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 12 | 12 |
| Fast-break points | 5 | 16 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 26 |
| Fouls | 17 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 21 | 0 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 98 | 0 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half57-40Ilias Kamardine makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-43Ilias Kamardine makes 23-foot three point jumper (Corey Chest assists)
- 2nd Half58-43Josh Hubbard makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-43Josh Hubbard makes driving layup
- 2nd Half60-45Eduardo Klafke makes 16-foot pullup jump shot (Corey Chest assists)
- 2nd Half62-45Ja'Borri McGhee makes 19-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half65-45Josh Hubbard makes 26-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half65-47Corey Chest makes 2-foot alley oop dunk (AJ Storr assists)
- 2nd Half65-48Corey Chest makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half65-49James Scott makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-51James Scott makes 2-foot dunk (Travis Perry assists)
- 2nd Half67-51Jayden Epps makes 7-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half67-53AJ Storr makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half68-53Josh Hubbard makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-53Jayden Epps makes 23-foot three point jumper (Josh Hubbard assists)
- 2nd Half71-55Malik Dia makes 1-foot alley oop dunk (AJ Storr assists)
- 2nd Half73-55Josh Hubbard makes driving layup
- 2nd Half73-56Malik Dia makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-56Jamarion Davis-Fleming makes 2-foot dunk
- 2nd Half75-58Malik Dia makes layup (AJ Storr assists)
- 2nd Half77-58Achor Achor makes layup
- 2nd Half78-58Jayden Epps makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half79-58Jayden Epps makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half79-59Malik Dia makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half79-60Malik Dia makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half79-62Malik Dia makes layup
- 2nd Half79-65Patton Pinkins makes 25-foot three point jumper (Eduardo Klafke assists)
- 2nd Half82-65Achor Achor makes 22-foot three point jumper (Josh Hubbard assists)
- 2nd Half82-67AJ Storr makes layup (Malik Dia assists)
- 2nd Half82-70AJ Storr makes 24-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half85-70Josh Hubbard makes 26-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half87-70Josh Hubbard makes 2-foot dunk (Ja'Borri McGhee assists)
- 2nd Half87-73Malik Dia makes 24-foot three point jumper (Travis Perry assists)
- 2nd Half88-73Achor Achor makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half89-73Achor Achor makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half89-74Eduardo Klafke makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half90-74Shawn Jones Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half90-75Malik Dia makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half90-76Malik Dia makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half90-78Malik Dia makes layup
Win probability
Above the line favours Ole Miss Rebels, below favours Mississippi State Bulldogs.
Venue
- The Sandy and John Black Pavilion at Ole MissOxford, MS
- Attendance8476
- OfficialsGarrick Shannon, Pat Adams, Vladimir Voyard-Tadal
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