Tennessee Volunteers Defeat Mississippi State Bulldogs 73-64
Wednesday, February 11, 2026, 9:00 PM ET · Humphrey Coliseum
Tennessee Volunteers 73, Mississippi State Bulldogs 64, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Tennessee Volunteers vs Mississippi State Bulldogs?
Tennessee Volunteers beat Mississippi State Bulldogs 73-64 at Humphrey Coliseum on February 11, 2026.
Who was favored in Tennessee Volunteers vs Mississippi State Bulldogs?
Tennessee Volunteers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -395 (about 80% implied). The favorite won.
The Tennessee Volunteers secured a victory against the Mississippi State Bulldogs with a final score of 73-64 at Humphrey Coliseum. This game was notable as it marked the second meeting between the two teams this season, with Tennessee having previously won their first encounter 68-56 on January 22, 2025. The Volunteers now hold a 2-0 record against the Bulldogs in their recent matchups.
Entering the game, Mississippi State had a home record of 11-13 and was struggling with a recent form of 3-7 over their last ten games. They had lost their last two matches, averaging 74.1 points scored while allowing 82.2 points per game during that stretch. In contrast, Tennessee, boasting a record of 17-7, had performed better with a 6-4 record in their last ten games, although they were coming off a loss against Kentucky. The Volunteers averaged 78.9 points scored and allowed 77.7 points during their recent stretch.
At home, Mississippi State had a record of 1-4 in their last five games, while Tennessee had a stronger away record of 2-3. The Bulldogs' recent performances highlighted their defensive struggles, allowing an average of 82.8 points in their last five games, which contrasted sharply with the Volunteers' more balanced scoring and defensive averages.
The game conditions were set for a competitive matchup, with DraftKings providing Tennessee as the favorites with a spread of 8.5 points. The total points line was set at 147.5, indicating expectations for a moderately high-scoring game. Tennessee's money line was priced at -395, while Mississippi State's was at +310, reflecting the market's confidence in the Volunteers winning.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any players missing from either team, so both squads appeared to be at full strength for this important conference clash.
During the game, Tennessee's Nate Ament played a crucial role, contributing significantly to the score with key baskets in the second half, including a 5-foot jumper and a dunk that helped extend their lead. The Volunteers maintained a steady scoring pace throughout the game, while Mississippi State struggled to keep up, particularly in the defensive department.
As the game progressed, the Volunteers built a lead that the Bulldogs could not overcome, ultimately sealing their victory with a final score of 73-64. This result further emphasized Mississippi State's ongoing challenges this season, while Tennessee continued to solidify their position in the league.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | TENN -8.5 | 147.5 o -112 / u -108 | Tennessee Volunteers -395 · Mississippi State Bulldogs +310 |
Leaders
- PointsJosh Hubbard31Mississippi State Bulldogs
- AssistsJayden Epps5Mississippi State Bulldogs
- ReboundsSergej Macura8Mississippi State Bulldogs
- PointsJa'Kobi Gillespie18Tennessee Volunteers
- AssistsBishop Boswell8Tennessee Volunteers
- ReboundsDeWayne Brown II8Tennessee Volunteers
Recent form
Mississippi State Bulldogs
Last 10: 3-7Streak L274.1 scored · 82.2 allowed per game1-4 at home
- 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
- W101-98at Texas LonghornsJan 3
Tennessee Volunteers
Last 10: 6-4Streak L178.9 scored · 77.7 allowed per game2-3 away
- L71-74at Kentucky WildcatsFeb 8
- W84-66vs Ole Miss RebelsFeb 4
- W77-69vs Auburn TigersFeb 1
- W86-85at Georgia BulldogsJan 29
- W79-73at Alabama Crimson TideJan 25
- L78-80vs Kentucky WildcatsJan 17
- W87-82vs Texas A&M AggiesJan 14
- L67-91at Florida GatorsJan 10
- W85-71vs Texas LonghornsJan 7
- L75-86at Arkansas RazorbacksJan 3
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 | Tennessee Volunteers | Mississippi State Bulldogs |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 27-62 | 25-61 |
| Field goal % | 44 | 41 |
| Three-pointers | 4-13 | 7-22 |
| Three-point % | 31 | 32 |
| Free throws | 15-18 | 7-13 |
| Free throw % | 83 | 54 |
| Rebounds | 45 | 31 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 32 | 24 |
| Assists | 19 | 11 |
| Steals | 7 | 7 |
| Blocks | 6 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 9 | 5 |
| Fast-break points | 11 | 9 |
| Points in the paint | 42 | 24 |
| Fouls | 15 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 23 | 0 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 91 | 0 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half38-28Nate Ament makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half39-28Nate Ament makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half41-28Ja'Kobi Gillespie makes 11-foot jumper (Nate Ament assists)
- 2nd Half43-28Ja'Kobi Gillespie makes layup (Nate Ament assists)
- 2nd Half43-30Quincy Ballard makes 10-foot jumper
- 2nd Half46-30Ja'Kobi Gillespie makes 24-foot three point jumper (Bishop Boswell assists)
- 2nd Half48-30Nate Ament makes 4-foot jumper (Felix Okpara assists)
- 2nd Half49-30J.P. Estrella makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-30J.P. Estrella makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-32Josh Hubbard makes 11-foot jumper
- 2nd Half50-34Jamarion Davis-Fleming makes 1-foot dunk (Josh Hubbard assists)
- 2nd Half50-36Josh Hubbard makes 13-foot jumper
- 2nd Half52-36Bishop Boswell makes 19-foot jumper
- 2nd Half55-36Ja'Kobi Gillespie makes 25-foot three point jumper (Nate Ament assists)
- 2nd Half55-37King Grace makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-38King Grace makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-38Ja'Kobi Gillespie makes 11-foot jumper
- 2nd Half59-38Troy Henderson makes 17-foot jumper (Ja'Kobi Gillespie assists)
- 2nd Half59-40Jamarion Davis-Fleming makes 1-foot dunk (Sergej Macura assists)
- 2nd Half61-40Jaylen Carey makes layup
- 2nd Half62-40J.P. Estrella makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-40J.P. Estrella makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-42Jayden Epps makes layup
- 2nd Half63-44Josh Hubbard makes 10-foot jumper
- 2nd Half63-46Josh Hubbard makes layup
- 2nd Half63-48Quincy Ballard makes layup (Jayden Epps assists)
- 2nd Half63-49Jayden Epps makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-50Jayden Epps makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-53Ja'Borri McGhee makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jayden Epps assists)
- 2nd Half63-56Jayden Epps makes 23-foot three point jumper (Sergej Macura assists)
- 2nd Half63-58Ja'Borri McGhee makes 1-foot dunk
- 2nd Half65-58Nate Ament makes layup (Ja'Kobi Gillespie assists)
- 2nd Half66-58Nate Ament makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half68-58Bishop Boswell makes 15-foot jumper
- 2nd Half70-58Nate Ament makes 5-foot jumper
- 2nd Half71-58Nate Ament makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half71-60Quincy Ballard makes 14-foot jumper (Josh Hubbard assists)
- 2nd Half73-60Nate Ament makes 2-foot dunk (Bishop Boswell assists)
- 2nd Half73-61Sergej Macura makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-64Josh Hubbard makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jayden Epps assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Mississippi State Bulldogs, below favours Tennessee Volunteers.
Venue
- Humphrey ColiseumStarkville, MS
- Attendance7986
- OfficialsDoug Shows, Wil Howard, Owen Shortt
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