Ole Miss Rebels Clash with UCF Knights at Addition Financial Arena in Men's Basketball Showdown

As the Ole Miss Rebels prepare to face off against the UCF Knights at the Addition Financial Arena in Orlando, fans can anticipate a thrilling encounter. The Rebels have been on an upward trajectory, showcasing a blend of defensive prowess and offensive efficiency that could prove pivotal in their upcoming game.

In their recent performance against Mount St. Mary's, the Rebels demonstrated their ability to control both ends of the court with a 77-68 victory. Their defensive efforts were highlighted by 7 blocks and 11 steals, while offensively they maintained an impressive field goal percentage of 48 and capitalized on free throws with an 80 percent success rate.

The trend continued when they edged out Memphis Tigers in a nail-biter that ended 80-77. The Rebels' resilience was evident as they overcame a halftime deficit to secure the win. Their three-point shooting was particularly noteworthy, hitting half of their attempts from beyond the arc.

Against North Carolina State, Ole Miss showcased its defensive strength once more by limiting NCST to just 52 points and maintaining a solid free throw percentage at 85 percent. This comprehensive approach has been key for Ole Miss as they've consistently outperformed opponents in recent games.

The venue for this matchup could play into UCF's hands as home-court advantage often sways momentum; however, if Ole Miss continues its current form—especially defensively—they stand a good chance of overcoming any such advantage.

Fans eager to support the team can catch all the action live on ESPN+ when these two teams take to the court on December 10th at 21:00 (UTC). With both teams looking to assert dominance early in the season, this game promises not only competitive spirit but also strategic gameplay from tip-off till final buzzer.