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Clash at The Pavilion: Ole Miss Rebels to Host Arkansas Razorbacks in Men's Basketball Showdown

As the Ole Miss Rebels prepare to welcome the Arkansas Razorbacks to The Pavilion at Ole Miss, fans are anticipating a thrilling encounter. The upcoming game, scheduled for January 25th, promises to be an exciting display of collegiate basketball prowess.


Dec 3, 2022; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Mississippi Rebels guard TJ Caldwell (2) shoots for three during the second half against the Memphis Tigers at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-USA TODAY Sports

The Rebels have been showcasing a strong performance trend in their recent games. In their last three matches, they have demonstrated offensive efficiency and defensive tenacity. With an impressive victory over Southern Miss where they scored 89 points and maintained a field goal percentage of approximately 49 percent, the team has shown that they can maintain high scoring while keeping their turnovers low with just seven against Southern Miss.


Their defensive efforts were equally notable with 11 steals against Southern Miss and even more remarkable was their performance against Troy where they managed an astounding 16 steals. This aggressive defense has led to significant points off turnovers – a whopping 32 points in the game against Troy alone.


In terms of shooting accuracy, the Rebels have been consistent from beyond the arc. Their three-point shooting percentage was an exceptional 58 percent against Southern Miss and remained strong at around 57 percent when facing California Golden Bears. This kind of sharpshooting will be crucial as they face off against Arkansas.


The Pavilion at Ole Miss is known for its vibrant atmosphere which could play into the home team's advantage. As fans rally behind them, it could provide that extra boost needed for critical moments during gameplay.


For those eager to catch this matchup live or from home, tune into ESPN Networks on January 25th at The Pavilion in Oxford, Mississippi. Tip-off is set for local time (2:00 AM GMT), ensuring that die-hard fans won't miss out on what is expected to be a captivating game filled with strategic plays and high energy from both teams.

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