Ole Miss Rebels Set to Clash with Auburn Tigers at The Pavilion

As the Ole Miss Rebels gear up to host the Auburn Tigers at The Pavilion at Ole Miss, fans are buzzing with anticipation for what promises to be a riveting encounter. With a scheduled tip-off on February 3rd, this game is poised to add another chapter to the storied rivalry between these two teams.

The Rebels come into this game riding a wave of confidence following their recent performances. On December 23rd against Southern Miss Golden Eagles, they showcased their offensive prowess by putting up an impressive 89 points. Their scoring was well-distributed across both halves, and they demonstrated remarkable efficiency from beyond the arc with a three-point shooting percentage of 58 percent. Additionally, their ability to capitalize on turnovers was evident as they scored 26 points off turnovers.

Defensively, Ole Miss has been just as formidable. In their December 20th matchup against Troy Trojans, they racked up an astounding 16 steals and blocked eight shots. This defensive tenacity translated into a significant advantage in points off turnovers where they outscored the Trojans by an overwhelming margin of 32 points.

The Rebels have also shown that they can maintain composure under pressure and deliver in clutch moments. Against California Golden Bears on December 17th, despite playing away from home in San Antonio's Frost Bank Center before a modest crowd of only 2,279 attendees, Ole Miss managed an impressive victory with solid contributions across the board.

However formidable Ole Miss may seem based on past performances; it would be unwise to underestimate the Auburn Tigers' potential for disruption. The Tigers bring their own set of strengths that could pose challenges for the Rebels' defense and offense alike.

As we look ahead towards this matchup at The Pavilion—a venue where home-court advantage has often played in favor of Ole Miss—it's clear that fans are in for an enthralling contest filled with strategic plays and high-energy basketball.

For those eager to witness this showdown live or from home, mark your calendars: February 3rd is when these two teams will go head-to-head at The Pavilion at Ole Miss in Oxford MS starting at 6:00 PM ET/5:00 PM CT. Fans can catch all the action nationally broadcasted on SEC Network channel number six hundred eleven.