Mississippi Valley State vs West Virginia Prediction 12/22/2025 Today’s College Basketball Picks

The West Virginia Mountaineers and the Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils will meet on Monday evening in a non‑conference matchup at Hope Coliseum in Morgantown, West Virginia.

West Virginia Mountaineers Betting Preview

The West Virginia Mountaineers enter Monday’s contest with an 8–4 win‑loss record, including a perfect 8–0 mark at home this season. The Mountaineers have compiled wins over Little Rock, Coppin State, Mercer, Lafayette, Mount St. Mary’s and the Pittsburgh Panthers while dropping games to Clemson, Xavier, Wake Forest the Ohio State Buckeyes. In the West Virginia Mountaineers 89–88 double overtime loss to Ohio State eight days ago, senior guard Honor Huff amassed 24 points (5 of 13 shooting from three-point range), 4 assists and 1 steal.

The West Virginia Mountaineers average 75.3 points on 44.8 percent shooting from the field and 35.1 percent shooting from three-point range per game. Defensively, the Mountaineers are allowing opponents 60.9 points per contest which ranks sixth in the country.

Senior guard Honor Huff leads the Mountaineers with 17.8 points per game, including 4.1 made three‑pointers per contest on 41.9 percent shooting from beyond the arc. Forward Chance Moore adds 12.3 points and 6.1 rebounds per game, while forward Brenen Lorient contributes 10.9 points and 5.9 rebounds per contest. Guard Jasper Floyd anchors the backcourt with 3.8 assists per game.

Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils Betting Preview

The Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils enter Monday’s contest with a 1–11 record, including an 0–6 mark on the road. The Delta Devils have compiled a lone win over Rust College, while dropping games to UL Monroe, Ole Miss, Arkansas, and South Dakota. In the Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils 66–52 loss to UL Monroe earlier this month, guard Rayquan Brown posted 14 points and 7 rebounds.

The Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils average 62.5 points on 39.4 percent shooting from the field and 28 percent shooting from three‑point range per game, while allowing opponents 93.5 points per game which ranks a dreadful 361st in the nation.

Junior guard Michael James leads the Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils averaging 19.7 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 2.3 assists per game, providing the Delta Devils with consistent backcourt scoring. Senior forward Daniel Mayfield adds 14.2 points, 6.8 rebounds and 1.3 blocks per contest, while senior forward Lamont James contributes 8.1 points and 4.1 rebounds per game. 

Why the West Virginia Mountaineers will win

•             Elite home performance. West Virginia is 8–0 at Hope Coliseum this season.

•             Backcourt firepower. Honor Huff is averaging 17.8 points with elite perimeter shooting.

•             Strong Frontcourt play. Forward Chance Moore averages 12.3 points and 6.1 rebounds per game, while forward Brenen Lorient contributes 10.9 points and 5.9 rebounds per contest.

•             Defensive strength. West Virginia allows just 60.9 points per game which ranks 6th in the nation. Conversely, the Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils allow opponents to score 93.5 points per contest.

Why the Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils will win

•            Junior guard Michael James scoring. James leads the Delta Devils averaging 19.7 points per game.

•            Underdog motivation. Delta Devils are desperate to notch a second win.

•            Perimeter shooting. James can stretch defenses with his outside shot.

West Virginia vs. Mississippi Valley State Prediction

This matchup features the West Virginia Mountaineers dominant home court advantage and balanced scoring approach against a Mississippi Valley State team that is struggling from a defensive perspective. Additionally, the Delta Devils have an abysmal 1-8 record on the road this season.

Look for the Mountaineers to lean on Honor Huff’s perimeter shooting and Chance Moore’s rebounding, while the Delta Devils will counter with Michael James scoring. The Mountaineers overall team depth and superior defense should be too much for the Delta Devils. I fully expect the Mountaineers to create separation early and maintain control throughout this game.

Hans Geevers's Pick: West Virginia -41.5