Match Analysis: Utah Tech Trailblazers vs Miss Valley St Delta Devils – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: November 15, 2025
- Time: 2:30 AM UTC
- Location: SimpliFi Arena at Stan Sheriff Center, Honolulu, Hawaii
Game Overview
Utah Tech Trailblazers (2-3) host Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils (1-3) in the Rainbow Classic tournament. Utah Tech enters as heavy favorites with a 27.5-point spread advantage. Mississippi Valley State is struggling significantly, having just lost to Hawaii 88-56 in their tournament opener and losing three straight road games. Utah Tech aims to capitalize on Mississippi Valley State's defensive vulnerabilities, as the Delta Devils have allowed an average of 100 points in their last three games.
Key Factors to Consider
- Utah Tech scores 69.8 PPG while allowing 76.0 PPG, ranking 285th in scoring and 294th in points allowed nationally. Mississippi Valley State scores just 54.1 PPG and allows 80.8 PPG, ranking 364th in scoring and 353rd in defense. Utah Tech shoots 42.5% from the field compared to Mississippi Valley State's 38.9%. The Delta Devils are significantly outmatched in offensive efficiency and defensive capability.
- No recent head-to-head history data is available in the search results to indicate historical patterns between these programs.
- No injury information is provided in the available search results.
- Both teams are playing in Hawaii at the Rainbow Classic tournament. Mississippi Valley State suffered from jet lag on their journey from Mississippi, which may have contributed to their 88-56 loss to Hawaii. Utah Tech has a slight adjustment advantage having also traveled but potentially being more accustomed to tournament play.
- Utah Tech is motivated to build momentum and improve their 2-3 record. Mississippi Valley State is desperate to avoid further losses after dropping three consecutive road games and suffering a devastating 32-point loss to Hawaii in their tournament opener.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Utah Tech -27.5 (-115) / Miss Valley St +27.5 (-105) | Utah Tech Trailblazers ML | β β β β β 94% |
| Spread | Utah Tech -27.5 (-115) / Miss Valley St +27.5 (-105) | Utah Tech -27.5 | β β β β β 78% |
| Over/under | Over 146.5 (-112) / Under 146.5 (-108) | Under 146.5 | β β β β β 72% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Home 0% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Under 146.5 14% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Under 146.5 at 14% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 14.7% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Utah Tech is heavily favored and should win convincingly. The massive talent and efficiency gap between these teams, combined with Mississippi Valley State's recent collapse against Hawaii and their season-long struggles, positions Utah Tech for a dominant performance. Mississippi Valley State's offensive limitations (54.1 PPG average) and defensive vulnerabilities (allowing 100 PPG in recent games) make them vulnerable to Utah Tech's offensive capabilities.
Predicted Score: Utah Tech 85, Mississippi Valley State 57 (Final: 142 points combined)