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Bethune-Cookman vs. Mississippi Valley State prediction: Why Bethune-Cookman is favored to win men's college basketball matchup [1/17/2026]
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Written by Dave Garofolo, Content Producer
Get Bethune-Cookman vs Mississippi Valley State predictions for college basketball Saturday.
Mississippi Valley State and Bethune-Cookman will lock horns in men's college basketball action at Harrison HPER Complex on Saturday, starting at 6:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' proven college basketball model predicts Bethune-Cookman as the most likely winner of the Bethune-Cookman vs. Mississippi Valley State game.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Saturday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and picks.
Bethune-Cookman vs. Mississippi Valley State prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Saturday's NCAA basketball game between Bethune-Cookman and Mississippi Valley State 10,000 times as part of our men's college basketball predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model currently gives Bethune-Cookman a 92% chance of defeating Mississippi Valley State. Our predicted final score has Bethune-Cookman winning 80-65.
According to our model, the bookmakers have got it right, and Bethune-Cookman and Mississippi Valley State each have a 50% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 144.5 points has a 52% chance of going over.
Bethune-Cookman vs. Mississippi Valley State odds
We have sourced the best men's college basketball odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Bethune-Cookman | Mississippi Valley State |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -16.5 (-108) | +16.5 (-110) |
| Moneyline | -1650 | +1280 |
| Total | o144.5 (-110) | u144.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Bethune-Cookman vs. Mississippi Valley State picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Mississippi Valley State +16.5 | -110 |
| Moneyline | Mississippi Valley State | +1280 |
| Total | Over 144.5 | -110 |
According to our men's college basketball best bets, the top play to make on this game is Mississippi Valley State to win.
Bethune-Cookman vs. Mississippi Valley State game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's men's college basketball action between Mississippi Valley State and Bethune-Cookman at Harrison HPER Complex is scheduled to start at 6:00 PM ET.
- Who: Bethune-Cookman vs. Mississippi Valley State
- Date: Saturday, January 17, 2026
- Time: 6:00 PM ET/3:00PM PT
- Venue: Harrison HPER Complex
Conclusion
We predict Bethune-Cookman, with a 92% win probability, will likely beat Mississippi Valley State on Saturday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Bethune-Cookman vs. Mississippi Valley State insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Dave Garofolo uses sophisticated AI-driven analytics to make predictions and evaluate player performances in the NBA, MLB, NFL, NHL, NCAAM, and PGA TOUR tournaments, crafting insightful game and prop previews.
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