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Rebels' Upset Streak Continues: Next Up, Top-Ranked Alabama
14 Mar
Summary
- Ole Miss seeks another upset against No. 2 seed Alabama in the SEC tournament quarterfinals.
- The Rebels have won two consecutive games as underdogs in the tournament.
- Alabama boasts the nation's highest scoring offense, averaging 92.1 points per game.
No. 15 seed Ole Miss is eyeing a significant upset in the SEC tournament quarterfinals on Friday night, scheduled to play against the No. 2 seed Alabama Crimson Tide. The Rebels have achieved two consecutive upset victories to reach this stage, most recently defeating Georgia 76-72. Despite squandering a large second-half lead, Ole Miss held on to advance.
Alabama, ranked No. 15 nationally, presents a formidable challenge, averaging a Division I-high 92.1 points per game. The Crimson Tide have been strong recently, winning nine of their last ten games. For Ole Miss to have any chance of making the NCAA Tournament, they must win the SEC tournament, as their regular-season performance did not secure an at-large bid.
Coach Chris Beard of Ole Miss emphasized the team's mindset, treating the tournament as a series of mini-tournaments to avoid regrets. Meanwhile, Alabama coach Nate Oats acknowledged the challenge of a bye, stressing the importance of maintaining sharpness. The Crimson Tide are led by star guards Labaron Philon Jr. and Aden Holloway, who have earned All-SEC honors.
