Rebels Rise Above Volunteers in a Close-Quarter Clash at The Pavilion
80-75, the Ole Miss Rebels edged out a victory against the Tennessee Lady Volunteers in a tightly contested game that saw both teams display remarkable tenacity. The Rebels now stand with an impressive record, while the Lady Volunteers have to acknowledge their setback.
The Pavilion at Ole Miss was abuzz as the home team showcased their dominance in key aspects of the game. With an aggressive approach to offense, the Rebels notched 44 points in paint compared to 40 by their opponents. Their defensive efforts were equally notable, amassing 8 blocks and 9 steals over the course of play.
The first quarter set a challenging pace for Ole Miss with Tennessee leading by six points. However, resilience is woven into the fabric of this Rebel team as they bounced back with an 18-point performance in the second quarter and ramped up their efforts after halftime to secure a commanding 24 points in the third.
Ole Miss's shooting accuracy was on full display with a solid field goal percentage of 49 and an even more impressive free throw completion rate of 83 percent. They also capitalized on turnovers, scoring 15 points off Tennessee's mistakes while maintaining better ball control themselves, evidenced by fewer turnovers at just eleven.
A pivotal factor contributing to this win was Ole Miss's rebounding capability; they outrebounded Tennessee by eight rebounds overall. This included securing eleven offensive rebounds which led to eleven second-chance points – critical additions that helped tip the scales in their favor.
On offense, Ole Miss showed balance and teamwork with seventeen assists guiding them through tight defenses posed by Tennessee. Despite struggling from beyond the arc with only two three-pointers made from twelve attempts (17 percent), they compensated for it through sheer determination inside and mid-range where they excelled.
Tennessee did not go down without a fight though; shooting efficiently from two-point range at fifty percent and beyond it at forty-four percent showed their ability to keep pressure on defenses. Their eighteen assists are indicative of good ball movement but ultimately fell short against Ole Miss's robust defense which boasted an assist-turnover ratio of 1.7.
As fans revel in this victory for Ole Miss Rebels basketball team, attention now turns towards future challenges on court. The next game is scheduled against Vanderbilt Commodores at Memorial Gymnasium located in Nashville on February first at six-thirty PM Central Time (CT). Fans eager to follow can tune into broadcasts or attend live if possible – another opportunity for basketball enthusiasts to witness these athletes' dedication unfold on court.