The Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils are set to take on the Oklahoma Sooners at the Lloyd Noble Center in Norman, OK. This game is part of the non-conference schedule, featuring teams from the Southwestern Athletic and Southeastern conferences. The game will be broadcast on SEC TV at 8:00 PM ET on Friday, November 6, 2026.
Oklahoma enters this game after a narrow loss to East Texas A&M Lions with a score of 68-64. The Sooners had standout performances from players like Pop Isaacs, who scored 15 points, and Derrion Reid, who had 14 points and 10 rebounds. This game marks their second of the 2027 regular season, and they are looking to improve their home record.
This is the first game of the season for the Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils. As the underdogs, they face a challenging opponent in Oklahoma, who is favored with a spread of -38.5. The game will test the Delta Devils as they begin their journey in the new season.
Oklahoma vs Mississippi Valley State At a Glance
- Matchup: Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils vs Oklahoma Sooners
- Venue: Lloyd Noble Center, Norman OK
- Date & Time: Friday, November 6, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
- TV Channel: SEC
- Current Odds: Oklahoma favored by 38.5 points
- MoneyLine: Mississippi Valley State +40000, Oklahoma -100000
Oklahoma Sooners Look to Bounce Back on the Court
Offensive Overview
The Oklahoma Sooners have averaged 64 points per game this season, placing them at the lower end of the scoring spectrum. Their field goal attempts average stands at 52 per game. A field goal percentage of 40.4 shows room for improvement.
The team has struggled from beyond the arc, making only 5 three-pointers per game. Their three-point shooting percentage is 25.0. Free throws present another area for growth, with a percentage of 53.1.
Defensive Insight
The Sooners have recorded 11 steals per game, indicating active defense on the perimeter. Blocks stand at 7 per game, reflecting their ability to contest shots inside.
Turnovers remain a challenge, with 15 per game. Limiting these errors will be key for future success.
Key Players to Watch
Pop Isaacs leads the team with an average of 15 points per game. His shooting percentage of 57.1 stands out. Derrion Reid contributes with 14 points and 10 rebounds per game, providing a solid inside presence.
Duke Brennan offers efficiency, shooting 66.7% from the field. He adds 9 points per game to the team's tally.
Recent Game Performance
In their recent game against East Texas A&M, the Sooners scored 64 points. Derrion Reid and Pop Isaacs were standout performers, contributing significantly to the team's score.
Despite their efforts, the Sooners fell short, losing by 4 points. Improving shooting and reducing turnovers could change outcomes in future games.
Injury Report
Guard Xzayvier Brown is currently questionable due to a lower-body injury. His status remains uncertain for upcoming games.
Oklahoma Sooners Betting Trends
- SU Last 3: 0-1 (0.0%)
- SU All Games: 0-1 (0.0%)
- ATS Last 3: 0-1 (0.0%)
- ATS All Games: 0-1 (0.0%)
- O/U Last 3: 0-1 (0.0%)
- O/U All Games: 0-1 (0.0%)
Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils: Ready for a New Season Start
Offensive Overview
Last season, the Delta Devils averaged 64.2 points per game. They attempted 55.6 field goals per game but only made 41.1% of those shots.
The team struggled from the three-point line, with a 30% success rate. Free throws were a bit better, with the team making 71.4% of attempts.
Defensive Performance
Defensively, the Delta Devils averaged 7.2 steals and 2.6 blocks per game. However, they turned the ball over 15 times per game, which was a concern.
Fouling was an issue, as the team averaged 21.4 fouls per game. This resulted in many free throw opportunities for opponents.
Key Players
Mike James led the team with 21.4 points per game last season. His field goal percentage was 43.7%, making him a key offensive player.
Daniel Mayfield contributed 13.4 points and 6.1 rebounds per game. His presence in the paint was essential for the team.
Supporting Cast
Lamont Sams added 8.4 points and 4.4 rebounds per game. Xzayvion Childress provided 8.2 points and 2.4 assists per game.
Patrick Punch and Samuel Murray also contributed, with both players averaging over 5 points per game. Their efforts helped in key moments.
Betting Trends
- SU Last 3: 0-3 (0.0%)
- SU Last 5: 1-4 (20.0%)
- SU All Games: 3-30 (9.1%)
- ATS Last 3: 2-1 (66.7%)
- ATS as Underdog: 13-12 (52.0%)
Oklahoma vs Mississippi Valley State Prediction: Mississippi Valley State +38.5
Oklahoma recently had a tough start to their season, losing their opener. Despite this, they are still favored by a significant margin against Mississippi Valley State. Considering their recent struggles, covering a 38.5-point spread might be challenging for the Sooners.
Mississippi Valley State has shown some ability to cover large spreads. Last season, they had a reasonable record against the spread as underdogs. This suggests they might keep the game closer than expected.
Oklahoma's scoring average is similar to Mississippi Valley State's, with both teams hovering around 64 points per game. This might make it difficult for Oklahoma to pull away and cover such a large spread. Mississippi Valley State's defensive stats are also not far off from Oklahoma's, which could help them stay within the spread.
In their last meeting, Oklahoma won by 24 points, which is far less than the current spread. Based on these factors, Mississippi Valley State covering the +38.5 spread seems like a plausible outcome.
- Oklahoma vs Mississippi Valley State Prediction: Mississippi Valley State +38.5
- Oklahoma vs Mississippi Valley State Score: Oklahoma 85 - Mississippi Valley State 55
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