Florida Gators vs Mississippi State Bulldogs predictions, Mar 03, 2026

Yuriy Borshchenko

7 months ago

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On March 3, 2026, the Florida Gators will host the Mississippi State Bulldogs in an eagerly anticipated NCAA College Basketball matchup. The Gators come into this contest riding a remarkable wave of momentum, having secured victories in all of their last five games. This impressive form showcases their solid offensive strategies and defensive cohesion, making them formidable on their home court.

In contrast, the Bulldogs have struggled recently, winning only 2 of their last 5 matches. Their inconsistency has been evident, which could play a crucial role in this high-stakes environment. Mississippi State will need to tighten their defensive rotations and find rhythm in their offensive sets if they hope to challenge Florida effectively.

Bookmakers have favored the Gators heavily with odds reflecting their dominant current form (1.01 for home win). However, while Florida appears to be the clear frontrunner, college basketball is known for its unpredictability. The Bulldogs may seek to pull off an upset if they can harness their strengths and capitalize on any lapses from the Gators. As the game approaches, fans can expect an intense contest with both tactical execution and player performances likely to shape the outcome.

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Florida
93.8%

Mississippi State
6.2%

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Betting Odds

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	1.01		12
	1.01		17
	1.01		16.5

Latest Results

28.02.26 Florida Gators basketball – Arkansas Razorbacks basketball – 111:77
25.02.26 Texas Longhorns basketball – Florida Gators basketball – 71:84
21.02.26 Ole Miss Rebels basketball – Florida Gators basketball – 75:94
17.02.26 Florida Gators basketball – South Carolina Gamecocks basketball – 76:62
14.02.26 Florida Gators basketball – Kentucky Wildcats basketball – 92:83

28.02.26 Mississippi State Bulldogs basketball – Missouri Tigers basketball – 64:88
25.02.26 Alabama Crimson Tide basketball – Mississippi State Bulldogs basketball – 100:75
21.02.26 South Carolina Gamecocks basketball – Mississippi State Bulldogs basketball – 97:89
18.02.26 Mississippi State Bulldogs basketball – Auburn Tigers basketball – 91:85
14.02.26 Ole Miss Rebels basketball – Mississippi State Bulldogs basketball – 78:90

Facts

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Florida won 4.

Florida has been on a winning streak and is in great shape (last 5 games: 5 wins).

Mississippi State has been playing with ups and downs recently (in the last 5 games, wins – 2).

In this match, Florida is the undeniable favorite.

In the last 15 head-to-head matches, Florida won 11 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 1085:946. (average 72.3:63.1).

Including home matches between the teams, Florida won 6 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 605:526. (average 75.6:65.8).

Latest Head To Head

11.02.25 Mississippi State Bulldogs basketball – Florida Gators basketball – 68:81
24.01.24 Florida Gators basketball – Mississippi State Bulldogs basketball – 79:70
09.03.23 Florida Gators basketball – Mississippi State Bulldogs basketball – 68:69 OT
21.01.23 Mississippi State Bulldogs basketball – Florida Gators basketball – 59:61
19.01.22 Florida Gators basketball – Mississippi State Bulldogs basketball – 80:72

Standings

NCAA College Basketball Outrights

1. Michigan Wolverines: 4.25 (17.12%)

2. Duke Blue Devils: 4.5 (16.17%)

3. Arizona Wildcats: 5.25 (13.86%)

4. Florida Gators: 9 (8.08%)

5. Houston Cougars: 10.5 (6.93%)

6. Connecticut Huskies: 14 (5.2%)

7. Illinois Fighting Illini: 17 (4.28%)

8. Iowa State: 17 (4.28%)

9. Kansas Jayhawks: 31 (2.35%)

10. Michigan State: 41 (1.77%)

11. Purdue Boilermakers: 41 (1.77%)

12. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 56 (1.3%)

13. Tennessee Volunteers: 67 (1.09%)

14. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 67 (1.09%)

15. Virginia Cavaliers: 67 (1.09%)

16. Arkansas Razorbacks: 67 (1.09%)

17. Alabama Crimson Tide: 67 (1.09%)

18. St. Johns Red Storm: 81 (0.9%)

19. North Carolina: 81 (0.9%)

20. Louisville: 91 (0.8%)

21. Texas Tech: 101 (0.72%)

22. Vanderbilt Commodores: 101 (0.72%)

23. Wisconsin Badgers: 126 (0.58%)

24. Clemson: 126 (0.58%)

25. Brigham Young: 126 (0.58%)

26. Kentucky Wildcats: 126 (0.58%)

27. Iowa Hawkeyes: 151 (0.48%)

28. St. Louis Billikens: 151 (0.48%)

29. NC State: 151 (0.48%)

30. Texas A&M: 201 (0.36%)

31. SMU Mustangs: 251 (0.29%)

32. Miami (FL): 251 (0.29%)

33. Texas Longhorns: 251 (0.29%)

34. UCLA: 251 (0.29%)

35. Georgia Bulldogs: 351 (0.21%)

36. Villanova Wildcats: 501 (0.15%)

37. Indiana Hoosiers: 501 (0.15%)

38. UCF Knights: 501 (0.15%)

39. Ohio State Buckeyes: 501 (0.15%)

40. New Mexico: 501 (0.15%)

41. Auburn Tigers: 501 (0.15%)

42. San Diego State: 501 (0.15%)

43. Oklahoma State: 501 (0.15%)

44. Missouri Tigers: 751 (0.1%)

45. Santa Clara: 751 (0.1%)

46. California Golden Bears: 1001 (0.07%)

47. Virginia Tech: 1001 (0.07%)

48. TCU: 1001 (0.07%)

49. Baylor Bears: 1001 (0.07%)

50. Seton Hall Pirates: 1001 (0.07%)

51. West Virginia: 1001 (0.07%)

52. Miami (Ohio): 1001 (0.07%)

53. USC Trojans: 1001 (0.07%)

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