Can Ole Miss Rebels Outplay Florida Gators at Exactech Arena?
As the Ole Miss Rebels gear up to face the Florida Gators on February 15th, fans are eager to see if their team can maintain the momentum from their recent victories. The matchup, set in Gainesville's Exactech Arena at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center, promises to be a thrilling encounter.
The Rebels have been showcasing a robust defense and an aggressive offense that has served them well in past games. On December 21st against Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions, they demonstrated their prowess with a commanding 62-47 win. Their defensive efforts were highlighted by an impressive nine blocks and as many steals, which disrupted the Golden Lions' rhythm throughout the game.
Offensively, they've shown they can adjust their game plan when needed. Despite starting with lower scoring quarters of 12 points each in both Q1 and Q2 against Arkansas-Pine Bluff, they ramped up significantly in Q3 with 22 points before sealing the deal with another solid performance in Q4 (16 points). This ability to accelerate scoring could be crucial against Florida.
In another notable performance on December 13th versus Mississippi Valley State Devilettes, Ole Miss dominated with an astounding score of 84-56. They excelled particularly in points from paint (50) and second-chance points (20), indicating their tenacity on offensive rebounds and inside scoring—a trend that could spell trouble for Florida if not contained.
However, it's worth noting that while Ole Miss has had strong showings offensively—like putting up 64 points against South Alabama Jaguars—they've also had moments where turnovers could have cost them dearly; having committed double-digit turnovers across these games is something they'll need to tighten up.
The Gators will certainly pose a challenge; however, based on recent performances by MISS players who seem capable of adapting under pressure while maintaining defensive solidity suggests that this upcoming game might tilt in favor of Ole Miss Rebels.
Fans should mark their calendars for February 15th at 6:00 PM ET when these two teams clash at Exactech Arena. The game will be available for viewing through local sports networks or streaming platforms offering live coverage of college basketball games—don't miss what promises to be an exciting contest!