Ole Miss Rebels Edge Out Bulldogs in Overtime Showdown

The Ole Miss Rebels and the Mississippi State Bulldogs delivered an intense battle at The Pavilion at Ole Miss, with the Rebels emerging victorious with a 75-71 scoreline. The Rebels now hold a record of 1-0, while the Bulldogs fall to 0-1.

The game was a nail-biter from start to finish, with both teams displaying remarkable tenacity. The home team, Ole Miss Rebels, showcased their defensive skills by racking up an impressive nine blocks and eleven steals. Their defense translated into offense as they scored eleven points off turnovers. On the other side of the court, the Bulldogs were not far behind with eight steals and three blocks of their own.

Offensively, both teams had similar assists numbers at eighteen each but differed in shooting efficiency. The Rebels attempted sixty-eight field goals but made only thirty-seven percent of them; however, they excelled in second-chance points with eighteen compared to the Bulldog's ten. From beyond the arc, both teams struggled somewhat but managed to sink five three-pointers each.

Rebounding was another area where Ole Miss showed dominance by grabbing forty-nine rebounds against forty-three from Mississippi State. This included nineteen offensive rebounds for Ole Miss which contributed significantly to their second-chance opportunities.

In terms of individual performances for Ole Miss, it was a collective effort that saw them through this tight contest as multiple players stepped up when needed most – especially during overtime where they outscored Mississippi State twelve to eight.

As fans look ahead after this hard-fought victory for Ole Miss Rebels, anticipation builds for their next game against Georgia Lady Bulldogs on February 22nd at 6:30 PM local time (CST). This upcoming match will also be held at The Pavilion at Ole Miss in Oxford MS and can be watched live by supporters eager to see if their team can continue its winning ways.