In a thrilling SEC matchup, No. 24 Mississippi defeated Georgia 63-51, with Matthew Murrell and Jaemyn Brakefield leading the charge with 15 points each. Ole Miss trailed at halftime but came out strong in the second half, going on an 11-2 run to take the lead. Georgia fought back, pulling within two points, but Ole Miss responded with key baskets to secure the win.
Asa Newell led Georgia with 13 points and 13 rebounds, but it wasn’t enough to overcome Ole Miss’ dominant second-half performance. Georgia’s loss snapped a seven-game winning streak for the Bulldogs. Up next, Georgia faces a tough stretch with consecutive games against AP Top 25 opponents, while Ole Miss looks to continue their momentum against No. 23 Arkansas.
A key moment in the game was Ole Miss outscoring Georgia 18-4 in the opening minutes of the second half, building a comfortable lead that they maintained until the end. The Rebels’ balanced scoring and strong defense limited Georgia’s offensive opportunities, as the Bulldogs struggled shooting from the field and the 3-point line.
Looking ahead, Georgia will face No. 10 Kentucky and No. 12 Oklahoma in upcoming games, while Ole Miss travels to play No. 23 Arkansas. The game showcased Ole Miss’ ability to make adjustments and play with urgency in the second half, setting them up for success in conference play.
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