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Ole Miss Rebels Set to Challenge Georgia Lady Bulldogs at Stegeman Coliseum

As the Ole Miss Rebels gear up for their next encounter, all eyes are on the upcoming clash with the Georgia Lady Bulldogs at Stegeman Coliseum. The Rebels have been showing a strong game recently, and their performance on December 13 against Mississippi Valley State Devilettes was nothing short of dominant. With an impressive 84 points to their name and a staggering 51 percent shooting from two-point range, they've set high expectations for themselves.


Ole Miss Rebels VS Georgia Lady Bulldogs

The defensive prowess displayed by Ole Miss was also noteworthy; they amassed an incredible 14 blocks in that game, coupled with eight steals. This kind of defensive pressure could be pivotal against the Lady Bulldogs. Moreover, the Rebels' ability to capitalize on turnovers – scoring 23 points off them – demonstrates their readiness to exploit any mistakes made by the opposition.


However, it's not just about defense; Ole Miss has shown they can maintain a strong offensive presence throughout the game. Their points in paint stood at an imposing 50 during their last home game, indicating that they have players who can drive through defenses and score consistently under pressure.


On December 21 against Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions, Ole Miss maintained this momentum with another win (62-47). They continued to showcase depth in defense with nine blocks and steals each while managing a solid assist-to-turnover ratio of 0.82.


While these statistics are promising for Ole Miss fans, it would be unwise to underestimate Georgia's home advantage when they meet on January 21st. The Lady Bulldogs will undoubtedly put up a fierce fight in front of their home crowd.


In contrast to Ole Miss's recent performances is South Alabama Jaguars' struggle against them on December 19th where they managed only four points off turnovers compared to Rebel’s seventeen – highlighting potential areas where Georgia might want to tighten up defensively.


Looking ahead at what promises to be an enthralling contest between these two teams; fans should expect Ole Miss Rebels’ aggressive defense and efficient scoring from inside paint as key factors if they wish to secure victory away from home.


The scheduled tip-off is set for January 21st at Stegeman Coliseum in Athens, GA at precisely noon local time (6 PM UTC). Fans eager not miss out on this exciting matchup should note there are no broadcast networks listed but staying tuned for local listings or streaming services may provide viewing options closer to game day.

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