The Ole Miss women’s basketball team will face off against Florida in their fifth SEC matchup of the season on Thursday, January 16 at 8:00 p.m. CT. The game will be nationally broadcast on SEC Network. Ole Miss, led by head coach Yolett McPhee-McCuin, holds a series advantage of 25-24 over Florida and has won their last six matchups. The Rebels have historically played well against the Gators, with a notable victory of 68-42 in 2023.
Florida, led by head coach Kelly Rae Finley, is known for their high shooting percentage and strong offensive game. Liv McGill leads the team in scoring, while Ra Shaya Kyle dominates the boards. Jeriah Warren is a threat from the perimeter with her three-point shooting. Florida has scored 90-plus points four times this season and boasts a 48% shooting percentage.
Ole Miss, coming off a loss to Alabama, has a strong defense that ranks third nationally in scoring defense. Madison Scott, a key player for the Rebels, recently scored her 1,500th career point. Starr Jacobs has been performing well with double-doubles in her last two games.
Tickets for the 2024-25 season are on sale, and fans can follow Ole Miss women’s basketball on social media for updates. The upcoming game against Florida promises to be an exciting matchup between two competitive SEC teams.
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