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Ole Miss Rebels vs Southern Miss Golden Eagles Betting Preview
Ole Miss Rebels (5-4) face the Southern Miss Golden Eagles (6-4) on Saturday afternoon at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum in Biloxi. Ole Miss looks to snap a four-game skid, while Southern Miss aims to continue its strong recent form.
Line Movement and Odds
- Ole Miss Rebels Spread: -13.5 (-110)
- Southern Miss Golden Eagles Spread: +13.5 (-110)
- Ole Miss Rebels MoneyLine: -1266
- Southern Miss Golden Eagles MoneyLine: +758
- Total: 138.5
Ole Miss opened as a heavy favorite despite their losing streak, reflecting oddsmakers’ confidence in their talent and depth. Southern Miss’ recent surge and efficient scoring have kept bettors interested in the underdog, with the spread holding steady. The total of 138.5 points suggests expectations for a slower-paced contest, with both teams emphasizing defense and rebounding. See updated numbers and market shifts on the College Basketball Odds page.
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Matchup Breakdown
Ole Miss Rebels Outlook
The Rebels fell 63-58 to St. John’s but showed improved effort. Malik Dia posted his first double-double (18 points, 10 rebounds), while Corey Chest added 10 boards. Ole Miss averages 75.3 points per game and shoots 76.3% from the free-throw line, ranking among the nation’s best in efficiency. Coach Chris Beard emphasized minimizing turnovers after the team committed a season-high 20 against St. John’s. Ole Miss has been strong at home (5-1) and successful as favorites, winning 71% of those games.
Southern Miss Golden Eagles Outlook
The Golden Eagles defeated Grambling 68-60, avenging an earlier loss. Tylik Weeks (17.7 ppg) and Isaac Taveras (16.7 ppg) lead the offense, while the team averages 77.9 points per game, a notable improvement from last season. Southern Miss ranks 99th nationally in field-goal percentage (47.4%) and has shown resilience on the road. Coach Jay Ladner praised his team’s depth and backcourt scoring, which has fueled their five wins in the last six games.
Key Matchup / Path to Victory
Ole Miss’ ability to limit turnovers versus Southern Miss’ efficient scoring is the focal battle. The Rebels must maintain urgency and defensive intensity, while the Golden Eagles rely on Weeks and Taveras to generate offense and keep the game close.
Injuries / Availability
Ole Miss: Full roster available.
Southern Miss: Full roster available.
Betting Trends
- Ole Miss has lost four straight games.
- Southern Miss has won five of its last six games.
- The Rebels are 5-1 at home this season.
- Ole Miss has won the last two neutral-site meetings in Biloxi.
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Best Bets and Prediction
Projected Final Score: Ole Miss 78, Southern Miss 70
- Pick: Southern Miss +13.5. The Golden Eagles’ scoring efficiency makes them a strong play to cover the spread.
- Total: Under 138.5. Both teams’ slower pace points to a game that falls just below the posted line.
Expect Ole Miss to end its losing streak with improved effort, but Southern Miss’ balanced scoring should keep the margin closer than expected.
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