The sixth-seeded Ole Miss Rebels face off against the second-seeded Michigan State Spartans in their Sweet 16 matchup this Friday. Ole Miss secured their place in the round after defeating Iowa State 91-78, while Michigan State overcame New Mexico with a score of 71-63.

Tip-off is scheduled for 7:09 p.m. ET at State Farm Arena in Atlanta. Michigan State is currently favored by 3.5 points, with the over/under at 143.5 points.

Insights into Michigan State’s Chances

Senior guard Jaden Akins has had a strong season, recently scoring 16 points in the victory over New Mexico. His performance has been consistent, with an average of 12.7 points and 3.5 rebounds this season. Additionally, freshman Jase Richardson has contributed effectively, scoring 21 points in a recent semifinal match.

Ole Miss’s Potential

Sean Pedulla, Ole Miss’s senior guard, has recorded double-digit scores in his last five games, showing impressive versatility and scoring ability. In his recent games, he has contributed significantly to their success, with averages of 15.2 points and nearly 4 assists per game.

Betting Insights

The SportsLine model has generated predictions based on numerous simulations. It currently favors the over, estimating a total of 147 combined points likely to be scored. Fans can check out the model’s choices for an informed betting strategy as they head into this exciting matchup.