Florida State Dominates Mississippi Valley State 96-49
Friday, December 19, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Tucker Center
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Who won Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils vs Florida State Seminoles?
Florida State Seminoles beat Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils 96-49 at Tucker Center on December 19, 2025.
In a decisive matchup at the Tucker Center, the Florida State Seminoles triumphed over the Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils with a commanding score of 96-49. This game showcased the stark contrast in the teams' recent performances, with Florida State entering the contest having lost five consecutive games, while Mississippi Valley State was on a nine-game losing streak. The Seminoles' record now stands at 6-6, while the Delta Devils fall to 1-11.
Florida State's recent form has been a struggle, with a record of 4-6 over their last ten games. During this stretch, they have averaged 81.4 points scored per game but have allowed an average of 83.0 points, indicating defensive vulnerabilities. Their last five games have been particularly tough, as they have averaged just 72.6 points while surrendering 96.8 points. Despite the recent difficulties, the Seminoles were able to capitalize on their home advantage, boasting a 4-3 record at home this season.
In contrast, Mississippi Valley State has had a challenging season, with their only win coming against the Mississippi University for Women Owls. Their last ten games have resulted in a 1-9 record, with an average of 68.0 points scored and 88.6 points allowed. The Delta Devils have struggled significantly on the road, as evidenced by their 0-7 away record. Their recent form has been particularly concerning, with an average of only 63.8 points scored and 93.6 points allowed in their last five games.
This fixture was not just about the current season, but also highlighted the teams' previous meetings. However, there are no specific past matchups mentioned in the block, making this game a fresh encounter in their competitive history.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details about player availability for either team, which could have influenced the game's outcome. However, the absence of key players can often shift the dynamics of a match significantly.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Florida State heavily favored with a spread of -40.5 and a total set at 164.5 points. The odds for the over were -115.0, while the under was at -105.0. This indicates that Florida State was expected to dominate the game, which they indeed did.
The conditions during the game were not detailed in the block, but the home crowd at Tucker Center likely provided an enthusiastic backdrop for the Seminoles as they sought to break their losing streak. Fans would have been eager to see their team perform well after a series of disappointing results.
As the game unfolded, Florida State's offensive prowess was on full display, with multiple players contributing to the scoreline. Notable scoring plays included a 25-foot three-point jumper by Alier Maluk and a driving layup by Cam Miles, both of which helped extend the Seminoles' lead significantly. The Delta Devils struggled to keep pace, and their inability to contain Florida State's scoring resulted in a lopsided final score.
In summary, Florida State's emphatic victory over Mississippi Valley State not only reflects their potential when playing at home but also highlights the ongoing struggles of the Delta Devils. With Florida State now looking to build on this performance, the game serves as a pivotal moment in their season, while Mississippi Valley State will need to regroup and reassess their strategy moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | FSU -40.5 | 164.5 o -115 / u -105 | Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils — · Florida State Seminoles — |
Leaders
- PointsChauncey Wiggins16Florida State Seminoles
- AssistsRobert McCray V7Florida State Seminoles
- ReboundsAlex Steen9Florida State Seminoles
- PointsMichael James20Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils
- AssistsLamont Sams3Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils
- ReboundsLamont Sams7Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils
Recent form
Florida State Seminoles
Last 10: 4-6Streak L581.4 scored · 83 allowed per game4-3 at home
- L69-97at Dayton FlyersDec 17
- L95-103vs Massachusetts MinutemenDec 13
- L67-82at Houston CougarsDec 7
- L73-107vs Georgia BulldogsDec 3
- L59-95vs Texas A&M AggiesNov 28
- W89-59vs Cal State Bakersfield RoadrunnersNov 26
- W98-72vs Georgia Southern EaglesNov 21
- W87-73vs UT Martin SkyhawksNov 19
- L76-78at Florida GatorsNov 12
- W101-64vs Alabama State HornetsNov 8
Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils
Last 10: 1-9Streak L968 scored · 88.6 allowed per game0-7 away
- L64-88vs Tarleton State TexansDec 17
- L49-108at Kansas State WildcatsDec 9
- L52-66at UL Monroe WarhawksDec 4
- L84-120at Texas A&M AggiesNov 26
- L70-86at Cal State Bakersfield RoadrunnersNov 22
- L73-80at Manhattan JaspersNov 16
- L75-81vs Utah Tech TrailblazersNov 15
- L56-88at Hawai'i Rainbow WarriorsNov 13
- L60-108at Murray State RacersNov 8
- W97-61vs Mississippi U for Women OwlsNov 6
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bethune-Cookman | 17-15 | - | 14-4 |
| Southern | 17-17 | 3 | 11-7 |
| Florida A&M | 15-16 | 3 | 11-7 |
| Alabama A&M | 18-15 | 4 | 10-8 |
| Arkansas-Pine Bluff | 13-19 | 4 | 10-8 |
| Texas Southern | 12-18 | 4 | 10-8 |
| Jackson State | 12-21 | 4 | 10-8 |
| Prairie View A&M | 19-18 | 5 | 9-9 |
| Grambling | 14-19 | 7 | 7-11 |
| Alabama State | 10-22 | 7 | 7-11 |
| Alcorn State | 9-23 | 7 | 7-11 |
| Mississippi Valley State | 3-30 | 12 | 2-16 |
| Duke | 35-3 | - | 17-1 |
| Virginia | 30-6 | 2 | 15-3 |
| Miami | 26-9 | 4 | 13-5 |
| North Carolina | 24-9 | 5 | 12-6 |
| Clemson | 24-11 | 5 | 12-6 |
| Louisville | 24-11 | 6 | 11-7 |
| NC State | 20-14 | 7 | 10-8 |
| Florida State | 18-15 | 7 | 10-8 |
| California | 22-12 | 8 | 9-9 |
| Stanford | 20-13 | 8 | 9-9 |
| Virginia Tech | 19-13 | 9 | 8-10 |
| SMU | 20-14 | 9 | 8-10 |
| Wake Forest | 18-17 | 10 | 7-11 |
| Syracuse | 15-17 | 11 | 6-12 |
| Pittsburgh | 13-20 | 12 | 5-13 |
| Notre Dame | 13-18 | 13 | 4-14 |
| Boston College | 11-20 | 13 | 4-14 |
| Georgia Tech | 11-20 | 15 | 2-16 |
Box score
| Stat | Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils | Florida State Seminoles |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 17-47 | 32-69 |
| Field goal % | 36 | 46 |
| Three-pointers | 3-18 | 13-40 |
| Three-point % | 17 | 32 |
| Free throws | 12-22 | 19-24 |
| Free throw % | 55 | 79 |
| Rebounds | 31 | 40 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 15 |
| Defensive rebounds | 22 | 25 |
| Assists | 10 | 20 |
| Steals | 8 | 14 |
| Blocks | 2 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 25 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 4 | 31 |
| Fast-break points | 7 | 16 |
| Points in the paint | 22 | 38 |
| Fouls | 20 | 21 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 49 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 97 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half17-54Alier Maluk makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half17-56Robert McCray V makes 4-foot dunk (Kobe MaGee assists)
- 2nd Half18-56Lamont Sams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half18-58Alex Steen makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half18-60Robert McCray V makes 3-foot dunk (Alex Steen assists)
- 2nd Half20-60Michael James makes layup
- 2nd Half20-63Chauncey Wiggins makes 24-foot three point jumper (Robert McCray V assists)
- 2nd Half22-63Michael James makes 16-foot jumper (Lamont Sams assists)
- 2nd Half22-64Chauncey Wiggins makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half25-64Michael James makes 26-foot three point jumper (X'Zaevion Barnett assists)
- 2nd Half27-64Michael James makes layup (Lamont Sams assists)
- 2nd Half27-66Chauncey Wiggins makes layup (Lajae Jones assists)
- 2nd Half29-66Tyrone Iroghama makes layup (Patrick Punch assists)
- 2nd Half31-66Michael James makes layup
- 2nd Half31-69Lajae Jones makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half32-69Patrick Punch makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half32-71Robert McCray V makes layup
- 2nd Half34-71Michael James makes layup (Patrick Punch assists)
- 2nd Half36-71X'Zaevion Barnett makes 3-foot jumper
- 2nd Half36-73Cam Miles makes driving layup
- 2nd Half36-76AJ Swinton makes 25-foot three point jumper (Robert McCray V assists)
- 2nd Half37-76Lamont Sams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half38-76Lamont Sams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half38-78Thomas Bassong makes driving layup
- 2nd Half38-79Thomas Bassong makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half38-82Chauncey Wiggins makes 24-foot three point jumper (Martin Somerville assists)
- 2nd Half40-82Michael James makes 18-foot jumper
- 2nd Half40-84Shah Muhammad makes 3-foot dunk (Cam Miles assists)
- 2nd Half40-86Thomas Bassong makes layup
- 2nd Half42-86Lamont Sams makes 13-foot jumper (Delkedric Holmes assists)
- 2nd Half43-86X'Zaevion Barnett makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half43-88Shah Muhammad makes layup (Cam Miles assists)
- 2nd Half43-89Shah Muhammad makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half44-89Michael James makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half45-89Michael James makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half45-91Shah Muhammad makes 3-foot dunk (Cam Miles assists)
- 2nd Half45-94Alier Maluk makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half48-94X'Zaevion Barnett makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half48-96Cam Miles makes driving layup
- 2nd Half49-96X'Zaevion Barnett makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Florida State Seminoles, below favours Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils.
Venue
- Tucker CenterTallahassee, FL
- Attendance3692
- OfficialsTim Clougherty, Bill Covington Jr., Ben Stirt
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