The 107th matchup between Ole Miss women’s basketball and Mississippi State will take place on Sunday, Jan. 18 at 2:00 p.m. CT at Humphrey Coliseum, broadcast on SEC Network. Head Coach Yolett McPhee-McCuin leads the Rebels (12-5, 3-2 SEC) against Head Coach Sam Purcell and the Bulldogs (15-4, 2-3 SEC).
Ole Miss holds a 67-39 lead over Mississippi State in their historic rivalry, with key wins and standout performances throughout the years. The Bulldogs, led by Madina Okot and Jerkaila Jordan, are known for high field goal percentage and strong rebounding abilities.
In their last outing, Ole Miss defeated Florida 94-69 with a standout performance by freshman Sira Thienou, who scored a career-high 29 points and had seven steals. The Rebels’ defense has been a key strength this season, forcing turnovers and turning them into points.
Single-game tickets for the Ole Miss basketball season are on sale, and fans can stay connected with the Rebels on social media. The upcoming game is anticipated to be a fierce battle between these longstanding rivals, with both teams looking to come out on top in this historic matchup.
Source
Photo credit olemisssports.com
