Clash at The Pavilion: Ole Miss Rebels Host Memphis Tigers in Men's Basketball Showdown

As the Ole Miss Rebels gear up to host the Memphis Tigers at The Pavilion at Ole Miss, fans are eagerly anticipating a thrilling encounter on the hardwood. The Rebels have been showcasing a strong performance trend, coming off a decisive 72-52 victory against North Carolina State's Wolfpack. In that game, their defense was particularly impressive with nine blocks and seven steals, contributing to their dominance.

The offensive side hasn't been lacking either; the Rebels have consistently outscored their opponents in recent games. Their shooting accuracy from the free-throw line stood out at an impressive 85 percent against the Wolfpack, which could be crucial in tight endgame situations. Additionally, they've shown they can maintain possession under pressure with a solid assist-to-turnover ratio of 1.57.

Another aspect that has been working well for Ole Miss is their three-point shooting which was evident when they hit an outstanding 55 percent from beyond the arc against Temple Owls. This kind of sharpshooting will be essential to stretch the Tigers' defense.

Playing at home has its advantages and The Pavilion has proven to be a fortress for Ole Miss with strong attendance numbers fueling an intimidating atmosphere for visiting teams. With recent performances suggesting that both offense and defense are clicking well for them, it sets up what promises to be an exciting game.

Fans can catch all the action on December 2nd at 7 PM local time as ESPN2 broadcasts this intriguing matchup live from Oxford. Don't miss out as these two teams battle it out on court!