Oxford Showdown: Ole Miss Rebels Set to Clash with Mississippi State Lady Bulldogs at The Pavilion
As the Ole Miss Rebels prepare to host the Mississippi State Lady Bulldogs at The Pavilion at Ole Miss, fans are eager for what promises to be a thrilling encounter. Recent performances suggest that the Rebels are in formidable form, having displayed a strong offensive and defensive game in their past outings.
In their last game against Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions, the Rebels showcased their defensive prowess with an impressive nine blocks and as many steals, contributing to a comfortable 62-47 victory. Their ability to convert defense into offense was evident with 17 fast break points. Furthermore, they dominated on rebounds with a total of 43 compared to the Golden Lions' 33.
The trend continued in their match against South Alabama Jaguars where they emerged victorious with a score of 64-41. Despite shooting only 33 percent from the field, they managed to capitalize on second-chance points (24) thanks to an overwhelming presence on offensive rebounds (18). Their defense remained solid as well, forcing 18 turnovers which translated into 17 points off turnovers.
The most notable performance came when they hosted Mississippi Valley State Devilettes and secured an emphatic win by scoring 84 points while allowing only 56. They shot an impressive 52 percent from two-point range and controlled the paint with a whopping 50 points inside it. Their rebounding was once again superior (44), providing them ample opportunities for second-chance scoring (20).
These statistics indicate that Ole Miss has been excelling in converting defensive plays into scoring opportunities while dominating under both baskets. Fans can expect this trend of aggressive defense and efficient offense to continue when they face off against their rivals.
The upcoming game is scheduled for February 18th at The Pavilion at Ole Miss starting at 21:00 local time. For those who cannot attend in person, live coverage will be available for fans looking forward to witnessing another potentially dominant performance by the home team.