Can the Ole Miss Rebels Maintain Their Dominance After Decisive Victory at The Pavilion?
The Ole Miss Rebels delivered a commanding performance against the Lady Braves, with a final score of 76-37. The Rebels now boast an impressive season record, while the Lady Braves are left to regroup after another setback.
From the opening tip-off at The Pavilion in Oxford, Mississippi, it was clear that the home team was in for a night of solid basketball. The Rebels set the tone early on with a 20-point effort in the first quarter and didn't let up, adding another 19 points before halftime. By then, they had firmly established their dominance on both ends of the court.
The Lady Braves struggled to find their rhythm throughout the game. Despite putting up a fight and scoring 12 points in both the second and fourth quarters, they were hampered by their shooting accuracy – making just 30 percent from field goal range and only half from free-throw line. Their efforts inside were met with resistance as well; they managed only 14 points in paint compared to Ole Miss's robust 30-point contribution.
Ole Miss's defense was particularly stifling – recording three blocks and an impressive tally of 17 steals which translated into numerous fast-break opportunities. This defensive pressure caused significant trouble for Alcorn State as they turned over possession an alarming number of times leading to Ole Miss scoring 22 points off turnovers.
On offense, Ole Miss showcased efficient shooting across all fronts: sinking nearly sixty percent from two-point range and maintaining above fifty percent for overall field goals made. Their prowess at free throw line also stood out with a commendable seventy-seven percent success rate.
Standout performances included contributions across the board from various players who collectively amassed fifteen assists – demonstrating unselfish play that kept Alcorn State guessing defensively throughout each quarter.
As fans look ahead eagerly to what comes next for their team after such an emphatic display of skill and teamwork, attention turns towards future contests on schedule.
The next challenge for Ole Miss will be against Alabama Crimson Tide at Foster Auditorium located in Tuscaloosa on January 4th at 6 PM CST. Fans unable to attend can catch live action broadcasted as it unfolds under Alabama skies where Rebels will seek to continue their winning ways.