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Arkansas vs. Mississippi State Predictions & Picks – February 17

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February 15, 2024

Arkansas vs. Mississippi State Predictions & Picks – February 17

Saturday’s contest between the Mississippi State Bulldogs (16-8, 5-6 SEC) and Arkansas Razorbacks (12-12, 3-8 SEC) at Humphrey Coliseum has a projected final score of 80-68 (based on our computer prediction) in favor of heavily favored Mississippi State, so expect a lopsided matchup. The game will tip off at 2:00 PM ET ET on February 17.

There is no line set for the matchup.

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Arkansas vs. Mississippi State Game Info & Odds

Date: Saturday, February 17, 2024
Time: 2:00 PM ET
TV: ESPNU
Where: Starkville, Mississippi
Venue: Humphrey Coliseum

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Arkansas vs. Mississippi State Score Prediction

Prediction:
Mississippi State 80, Arkansas 68

Spread & Total Prediction for Arkansas vs. Mississippi State

Computer Predicted Spread: Mississippi State (-11.7)
Computer Predicted Total: 147.8

Mississippi State has compiled a 10-12-0 record against the spread this season, while Arkansas is 6-17-0. In terms of hitting the over, games involving the Bulldogs are 10-12-0 and the Razorbacks are 16-7-0. Mississippi State is 4-6 against the spread and 5-5 overall in its past 10 contests, while Arkansas has gone 2-8 against the spread and 3-7 overall.

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Arkansas Performance Insights

The Razorbacks have been outscored by 2.9 points per game (posting 75.5 points per game, 137th in college basketball, while allowing 78.4 per outing, 330th in college basketball) and have a -71 scoring differential.
Arkansas loses the rebound battle by 1.1 boards on average. It records 35.2 rebounds per game, 197th in college basketball, while its opponents grab 36.3.
Arkansas knocks down 6 three-pointers per game (310th in college basketball) at a 32.2% rate (264th in college basketball), compared to the 7.7 per outing its opponents make, shooting 35% from deep.
Arkansas forces 10.7 turnovers per game (259th in college basketball) while committing 11.4 (179th in college basketball).

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Fascinating Snake Species Found Along the Mississippi River

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2 hours ago

September 9, 2024

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Fascinating Snake Species Found Along the Mississippi River

The Mississippi River stretches 2,350 miles from Minnesota to Louisiana, serving as a vital commercial waterway and a habitat for diverse wildlife. It’s home to abundant fish like largemouth bass and catfish, as well as waterfowl like wood ducks and Canadian geese. But what about snakes? These reptiles are abundant in and along the famous river and are worthy of analysis. Today’s video will explore 12 snake species living around the Mississippi River.

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Vote for Mississippi boys high school athlete of the week Sept. 2-7

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9 hours ago

September 9, 2024

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Vote for Mississippi boys high school athlete of the week Sept. 2-7

There were several top performers across the state in boys high school sports, but only one can be voted athlete of the week for Sept. 2-7.

Fans may vote in the poll BELOW one time per hour per device. The poll closes at noon on Friday.

To nominate a future athlete of the week, email mchavez@gannett.com or message him on X, formerly Twitter @MikeSChavez.

To submit high school scores, statistics, records, leaders and other items at any time, email mchavez@gannett.com.

Nominations

Kendetryon Backstrom, Kemper County: Backstrom had 247 passing yards, going 13-of-16 on completions for with two touchdowns and had six carries for 45 yards and three touchdowns in Kemper County’s 46-8 win over Noxapater.

Ronde Baker, Terry: Baker produced 171 rushing yards on 12 carries with four touchdowns in Terry’s 57-6 win over Pure Academy.

Wyatt Bond, Lamar School: Bond recorded 320 passing yards, going 24-of-37 with three touchdowns, and had 43 rushing yards and two touchdowns in Lamar’s 35-34 loss to Winston Academy.

Coby King, Greene County: King was 24-of-35 passing for 418 yards with a touchdown and had 11 carries for 137 rushing yards with four touchdowns in Greene County’s 51-36 loss to George County.

Tray Kinkle, Holly Springs: Kinkle produced 10 carries for 300 yards and four touchdowns in Holly Springs’ 33-0 win over Byers.

Tyshun Willis, Velma Jackson: Willis had 15 carries for 203 rushing yards with a touchdown, four receptions with 59 receiving yards, and a touchdown. On defense, he recorded four sacks, 8.5 tackles and three tackles for loss in Velma Jackson’s 24-22 win over Yazoo County.

Michael Chavez covers high school sports, among others, for the Clarion Ledger. Email him at mchavez@gannett.com or reach out to him on X, formerly Twitter @MikeSChavez.

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Mississippi woman killed in two-vehicle crash in Grenada County

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16 hours ago

September 9, 2024

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Mississippi woman killed in two-vehicle crash in Grenada County

GRENADA COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – A Mississippi woman was killed during a two-vehicle crash in Grenada County.

Officials with the Mississippi Highway Patrol (MHP) said the crash occurred on Highway 7 just after 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, September 7.

Mississippi woman killed in head-on crash in Louisiana

According to MHP, a 2002 Toyota Sequoia was traveling north on the highway when the vehicle collided with a Mercedes van that was also traveling north.

The driver of the Mercedes, 53-year-old Loretta Hopkins, of Winona, died at the scene.

This crash remains under investigation by MHP.

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