The 2024-25 season was a landmark year for the Ole Miss Rebels men's basketball team, showcasing resilience and determination under the leadership of head coach Chris Beard. The Rebels concluded the season with a commendable 24-12 record, including a 10-8 mark in the highly competitive Southeastern Conference (SEC), securing a sixth-place finish.

Regular Season Highlights
The Rebels' season featured several notable victories that underscored their competitive edge:

• November 28, 2024: Ole Miss claimed an impressive 96-85 win over BYU in San Diego at the Rady Children's Invitational.
• December 3, 2024: The Rebels dominated Louisville on the road with a commanding 23-point victory.
• January 8, 2025: Ole Miss earned a hard-fought road win at Fayetteville, defeating Arkansas in a crucial SEC matchup.
• January 14, 2025: Ole Miss triumphed over Alabama with a 74-64 victory on the road.
• January 29, 2025: Ole Miss took down Texas at home, adding another marquee victory to their résumé.
• February 4, 2025: The team delivered an impressive 98-84 win against Kentucky at home.
• March 1, 2025: In a closely contested game, Ole Miss edged out Oklahoma 87-84.
• March 5, 2025: The Rebels secured a thrilling 82-79 victory over rival Tennessee in a packed home arena.

These wins highlighted the team's ability to perform under pressure and against formidable opponents.

SEC Tournament Performance
Entering the SEC Tournament with momentum, the Rebels secured a hard-fought 83-80 victory over Arkansas in the opening round on March 13, 2025. However, their tournament run concluded the following day with a narrow 62-57 loss to Auburn, the tournament's top seed.

​NCAA Tournament Journey
Despite the SEC Tournament exit, Ole Miss earned a No. 6 seed in the NCAA Tournament, marking their second Sweet 16 appearance in program history and the first since 2001.Their NCAA Tournament path

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