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Ole Miss Fights Back, Falls Short Against Texas 79-68
8 Feb
Summary
- Ole Miss rallied in the second half but lost 79-68.
- Eduardo Klafke scored a career-high 16 points.
- The Rebels will play Alabama next in Oxford.
The Ole Miss Rebels men's basketball team lost a hard-fought contest to Texas on Saturday afternoon, with the final score at the Moody Center reading 79-68. The Rebels showed resilience, mounting several offensive surges in the second half that allowed them to regain the lead.
Key player Eduardo Klafke delivered a standout performance, scoring a career-high 16 points, marking his second consecutive game in double figures. Teammate Augusto Cassia also contributed effectively from beyond the arc. Despite these efforts, Texas managed to maintain control in the closing minutes to secure the victory.
The Rebels, now holding a 11-12 overall record and a 3-7 SEC standing, are set to return to Oxford, Mississippi. Their next game is scheduled for Wednesday, February 11, at 6 p.m. against Alabama at the SJB Pavilion. The game will be broadcast on the SEC Network.
