Clash at FedExForum: Ole Miss Rebels vs Memphis Tigers in Men's Basketball Showdown
As the Ole Miss Rebels gear up to face the Memphis Tigers at FedExForum, fans are eagerly anticipating what promises to be a riveting encounter. The Rebels have been showing signs of brilliance and resilience, which could be pivotal in their upcoming game scheduled for December 4th.
In their last outing on November 27th against the Oklahoma Sooners, the Rebels fell short by just four points, finishing with a score of 55-59. Despite this narrow loss, there were positive takeaways that suggest they're on the cusp of turning potential into victory. Their defense was particularly impressive; with ten steals and four blocks, they demonstrated an ability to disrupt their opponents' offensive flow. Moreover, converting turnovers into points has been a strong suit for Ole Miss – they scored 14 points off turnovers that game.
However, it wasn't all smooth sailing for Ole Miss. The team struggled with rebounding against Oklahoma – only managing 24 rebounds compared to Oklahoma's 26 – which is an area that will need improvement if they're to dominate Memphis.
Looking back further provides more context for optimism among Rebel fans. In a dominant performance against Siena Saints on November 25th during the semifinals, Ole Miss emerged victorious with an impressive scoreline of 74-62. Their offensive prowess was on full display as they shot at a commendable rate from both inside and outside the arc (57 percent from two-point range and 33 percent from three-point territory). This kind of shooting efficiency can wreak havoc on any defense if replicated against Memphis.
The Rebels also showcased their depth in this game; contributions came from all over as evidenced by their balanced assist distribution (13 assists) and bench scoring. They'll need this same collective effort when facing off against a formidable Memphis squad.
Memphis Tigers will not make it easy though; known for their aggressive playstyle and home-court advantage at FedExForum could pose significant challenges for Ole Miss. The Tigers' own recent performances indicate that they won't relent easily in front of their home crowd.
As we approach game day, one thing is clear: if Ole Miss can maintain defensive intensity while improving rebounding efforts and sustaining high shooting percentages as seen in previous games like against Siena Saints or even Stanford Cardinal where they scored an impressive 72 points while maintaining a field goal percentage of fifty percent - then victory is within reach.
Rebel fans should mark their calendars for December 4th when these two teams collide under the bright lights of FedExForum at precisely half-past six PM local time (6:30 PM). This matchup promises to be an exhilarating one with national coverage provided by ESPN2 channel number two hundred nine (209), ensuring no fan misses out on what could be one of the season's most memorable games.