Event Date: Friday, November 8, 2024
Venue: The Sandy and John Black Pavilion at Ole Miss, Oxford, MS
Broadcast: ESPN+
The Ole Miss Rebels (1-0) are set to face the Grambling Tigers (1-0) this Friday at The Sandy and John Black Pavilion in Oxford.
In their previous matchup, the Grambling Tigers showcased a remarkable performance, defeating Southern University at New Orleans with a commanding score of 92-42. Despite committing 13 fouls compared to Southern’s 12, Grambling dominated from the field, hitting 51.4% of their shots (37 of 72) and hitting 12 three-pointers out of 25 attempts. On the defensive end, they allowed Southern to convert just 25.4% of their shooting efforts (16 of 63) and accumulated 47 rebounds in total, with 9 coming from offensive boards.
Antwan Burnett was a standout player, contributing significantly by scoring 19 points on an impressive 70% shooting (7 of 10) and also pulling down 8 rebounds during his 25 minutes of play.
For the season, the Grambling Tigers hold a 1-0 record. They average 14.0 turnovers and 13.0 personal fouls per game. Team statistics show they are collecting 51.0 rebounds and providing 13 assists per contest, ranking them 238th nationally in assists. The Tigers excel from long range, shooting 48.0% from beyond the arc while averaging 92.0 points per game, placing them 91st in the nation.
Defensively, the Tigers are forcing 18.0 turnovers per game and allowing an average of 42.0 points, which ranks them 14th in Division 1 for points allowed. They permit opponents to shoot just 25.4% from the field and average 36.0 rebounds per game.
Meanwhile, the Ole Miss Rebels secured a victory against LIU with a final score of 90-60 in their last outing. Ole Miss gave up 26 rebounds to LIU but demonstrated shooting prowess with a field goal percentage of 49.1% (28 of 57) and hitting 40.9% from the three-point line (9 of 22). They also showcased solid free throw shooting, converting 25 of 32 attempts for 78.1% effectiveness.
Jaylen Murray was crucial for Ole Miss, scoring 24 points on 70% shooting (7 of 10) while also recording 3 rebounds in 31 minutes of gameplay.
The Rebels also begin their campaign with a 1-0 record this season. They boast a shooting percentage of 49.1%, ranking 133rd nationally and averaging 90 points per game while pulling down 42.0 rebounds. Ole Miss averages 12.0 assists (259th) and commits 14.0 turnovers per contest. Their free throw shooting stands at an impressive 78.1%.
On the defensive front, Ole Miss’s opponents are making 33.3% of their three-point attempts and 62.5% from the free throw line. They allow an average of 60.0 points, ranking them 114th in defensive efficiency, and they force 16.0 turnovers per game.
Which team will cover the spread in this enticing NCAA basketball clash?
Free Preiction: Take Ole Miss (-21.5)
