Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders vs New Mexico State Aggies predictions, Feb 28, 2026

Yuriy Borshchenko

7 months ago

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On February 28, 2026, the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders will host the New Mexico State Aggies in what promises to be an engaging NCAA College Basketball matchup. Analyzing recent performance, Middle Tennessee has demonstrated a strong resurgence, securing victories in 3 of their last 5 contests. This form has been accompanied by a notable ability to apply pressure on opponents, exploiting defensive lapses effectively.

Conversely, New Mexico State comes into this game with a slightly less favorable record, winning only 2 of their last 5 matches. The Aggies will need to solidify their transition defense and enhance their offensive efficiency to keep pace with the Blue Raiders’ fast-paced playstyle.

Bookmakers have installed Middle Tennessee as the favorites with odds at 1.41 for a home win, while New Mexico State is listed at 2.61 for an away victory. Our predictive model favors a home win probability at 57.9%, compared to 42.1% for an away victory, with no potential for a draw in basketball.

In conclusion, while Middle Tennessee holds the edge in both form and home advantage, New Mexico State’s capabilities should not be underestimated, making this matchup intriguing and potentially competitive.

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Middle Tennessee
65.9%

New Mexico State
34.1%

Prediction (the most likely score): 76:71

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	1.42		2.75
	1.41		2.75
	1.4		2.8
	1.41		2.61

Latest Results

26.02.26 Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders basketball – UTEP Miners basketball – 77:67
21.02.26 Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders basketball – Delaware Fightin Blue Hens basketball – 78:66
18.02.26 Sam Houston State Bearkats basketball – Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders basketball – 78:70
14.02.26 Western Kentucky Hilltoppers basketball – Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders basketball – 82:80
12.02.26 Kennesaw State Owls basketball – Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders basketball – 87:90

26.02.26 Western Kentucky Hilltoppers basketball – New Mexico State Aggies basketball – 93:70
21.02.26 New Mexico State Aggies basketball – UTEP Miners basketball – 67:63
14.02.26 Jacksonville State Gamecocks basketball – New Mexico State Aggies basketball – 70:79
11.02.26 New Mexico State Aggies basketball – Liberty Flames basketball – 75:77
07.02.26 UTEP Miners basketball – New Mexico State Aggies basketball – 91:88 OT

Facts

Both teams are showing inconsistent performances lately.

Middle Tennessee may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.

Middle Tennessee could have a small edge in this match.

We predict that Middle Tennessee will win today’s game, with odds of 1.41.

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Middle Tennessee won 3 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 325:324. (average 65:64.8).

Including home matches between the teams, Middle Tennessee won 1 match, drew 0 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 133:130. (average 66.5:65).

Latest Head To Head

10.01.26 New Mexico State Aggies basketball – Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders basketball – 55:59
27.02.25 New Mexico State Aggies basketball – Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders basketball – 66:71
30.01.25 Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders basketball – New Mexico State Aggies basketball – 57:61
15.02.24 Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders basketball – New Mexico State Aggies basketball – 76:69
20.01.24 New Mexico State Aggies basketball – Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders basketball – 73:62

Standings

NCAA College Basketball Outrights

1. Michigan Wolverines: 4.75 (15.45%)

2. Duke Blue Devils: 5 (14.68%)

3. Arizona Wildcats: 5.25 (13.98%)

4. Houston Cougars: 10.5 (6.99%)

5. Florida Gators: 11 (6.67%)

6. Illinois Fighting Illini: 14 (5.24%)

7. Connecticut Huskies: 14 (5.24%)

8. Iowa State: 15 (4.89%)

9. Kansas Jayhawks: 31 (2.37%)

10. Purdue Boilermakers: 31 (2.37%)

11. Michigan State: 41 (1.79%)

12. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 41 (1.79%)

13. Arkansas Razorbacks: 51 (1.44%)

14. Tennessee Volunteers: 67 (1.1%)

15. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 67 (1.1%)

16. Virginia Cavaliers: 67 (1.1%)

17. Louisville: 67 (1.1%)

18. Vanderbilt Commodores: 67 (1.1%)

19. Alabama Crimson Tide: 67 (1.1%)

20. St. Johns Red Storm: 81 (0.91%)

21. North Carolina: 81 (0.91%)

22. Wisconsin Badgers: 126 (0.58%)

23. Clemson: 126 (0.58%)

24. Brigham Young: 126 (0.58%)

25. Kentucky Wildcats: 126 (0.58%)

26. Texas Tech: 151 (0.49%)

27. Iowa Hawkeyes: 151 (0.49%)

28. St. Louis Billikens: 151 (0.49%)

29. NC State: 151 (0.49%)

30. UCF Knights: 201 (0.37%)

31. Texas A&M: 201 (0.37%)

32. Villanova Wildcats: 251 (0.29%)

33. Indiana Hoosiers: 251 (0.29%)

34. SMU Mustangs: 251 (0.29%)

35. Auburn Tigers: 251 (0.29%)

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

37. Texas Longhorns: 251 (0.29%)

38. UCLA: 251 (0.29%)

39. Georgia Bulldogs: 351 (0.21%)

40. Ohio State Buckeyes: 501 (0.15%)

41. New Mexico: 501 (0.15%)

42. San Diego State: 501 (0.15%)

43. Oklahoma State: 501 (0.15%)

44. USC Trojans: 501 (0.15%)

45. Missouri Tigers: 751 (0.1%)

46. Santa Clara: 751 (0.1%)

47. California Golden Bears: 1001 (0.07%)

48. Virginia Tech: 1001 (0.07%)

49. TCU: 1001 (0.07%)

50. Baylor Bears: 1001 (0.07%)

51. Seton Hall Pirates: 1001 (0.07%)

52. West Virginia: 1001 (0.07%)

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

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