Auburn Tops Ole Miss in NCAAB Showdown
Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 9:00 PM ET · The Sandy and John Black Pavilion at Ole Miss
Auburn Tigers 78, Ole Miss Rebels 66, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Auburn Tigers vs Ole Miss Rebels?
Auburn Tigers beat Ole Miss Rebels 78-66 at The Sandy and John Black Pavilion at Ole Miss on January 20, 2026.
Who was favored in Auburn Tigers vs Ole Miss Rebels?
Auburn Tigers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -180 (about 64% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup in the NCAAB, the Auburn Tigers defeated the Ole Miss Rebels with a final score of 78-66. This victory adds to Auburn's growing momentum as they continue their season. The game took place at The Sandy and John Black Pavilion at Ole Miss, where the Rebels have struggled against the Tigers in recent encounters.
Auburn entered the game with a record of 12-7, while Ole Miss held a record of 11-8. Both teams have had their ups and downs recently, but Auburn's performance has shown signs of improvement. In their last ten games, Auburn has a record of 5-5, with an average of 83.7 points scored and 81.9 points allowed. They are coming off a win against the South Carolina Gamecocks, which marked a positive turn after a mixed stretch of results. In contrast, Ole Miss has been slightly more successful in their recent outings, boasting a 6-4 record in their last ten games and an average of 74.8 points scored while allowing 72.6 points. They entered this game on a three-game winning streak, which included a narrow victory over the Mississippi State Bulldogs just days prior.
When looking at home and away performances, Ole Miss has a home record of 4-1 in their last five games, while Auburn has struggled on the road, holding an away record of 0-4. This trend made the matchup particularly interesting, as the Rebels aimed to capitalize on their home advantage. However, the historical context of their meetings did not favor Ole Miss, as they had lost all three previous encounters against Auburn in the 2025 season, including a 57-62 defeat in their last meeting on March 14, 2025.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details on player availability, but it is always a factor in such competitive games. The absence of key players can significantly influence a team's performance, and both teams would have been strategizing accordingly.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Auburn favored by 3.5 points, with a total set at 151.5. This spread indicated confidence in Auburn's ability to secure a win, reflecting their recent form and historical success against Ole Miss.
The game conditions were typical for a college basketball matchup, with both teams looking to establish their rhythm early on. Fans and analysts alike were likely watching for how Ole Miss would respond to the pressure of playing against a team that has had their number in previous seasons.
As the game unfolded, Auburn maintained control, with significant contributions from their key players. The scoring plays highlighted the Tigers' ability to extend their lead in the second half, including a series of free throws by Keyshawn Hall, who was instrumental in sealing the victory. The Rebels, despite their efforts, could not overcome the deficit, ultimately falling short.
This result not only affects the standings but also sets the tone for both teams as they move forward in the season. Auburn will look to build on this win, while Ole Miss will need to regroup and address the challenges they face as they continue their campaign.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | AUB -3.5 | 151.5 o -110 / u -110 | Auburn Tigers -180 · Ole Miss Rebels +150 |
Leaders
- PointsAJ Storr18Ole Miss Rebels
- AssistsAJ Storr4Ole Miss Rebels
- ReboundsAJ Storr5Ole Miss Rebels
- PointsKeyshawn Hall19Auburn Tigers
- AssistsTahaad Pettiford3Auburn Tigers
- ReboundsKeShawn Murphy14Auburn Tigers
Recent form
Ole Miss Rebels
Last 10: 6-4Streak W374.8 scored · 72.6 allowed per game4-1 at home
- W68-67at Mississippi State BulldogsJan 18
- W97-95at Georgia BulldogsJan 15
- W76-69vs Missouri TigersJan 10
- L87-94vs Arkansas RazorbacksJan 8
- L70-86at Oklahoma SoonersJan 3
- W79-43vs Alcorn State BravesDec 30
- L62-76at NC State WolfpackDec 21
- W80-66vs Alabama A&M BulldogsDec 18
- W71-67vs Southern Miss Golden EaglesDec 13
- L58-63at St. John's Red StormDec 7
Auburn Tigers
Last 10: 5-5Streak W183.7 scored · 81.9 allowed per game0-4 away
- W71-67vs South Carolina GamecocksJan 17
- L74-84at Missouri TigersJan 15
- W95-73vs Arkansas RazorbacksJan 10
- L88-90vs Texas A&M AggiesJan 7
- L100-104at Georgia BulldogsJan 3
- W106-65vs Queens University RoyalsDec 30
- L60-88at Purdue BoilermakersDec 20
- W92-78vs Chattanooga MocsDec 13
- L68-97at Arizona WildcatsDec 7
- W83-73vs NC State WolfpackDec 4
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida | 27-8 | - | 16-2 |
| Arkansas | 28-9 | 3 | 13-5 |
| Alabama | 25-10 | 3 | 13-5 |
| Vanderbilt | 27-9 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Tennessee | 25-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Texas A&M | 22-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Georgia | 22-11 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Kentucky | 22-14 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Missouri | 20-13 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Texas | 21-15 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Auburn | 22-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Oklahoma | 21-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Mississippi State | 13-19 | 11 | 5-13 |
| Ole Miss | 15-20 | 12 | 4-14 |
| South Carolina | 13-19 | 12 | 4-14 |
| LSU | 15-17 | 13 | 3-15 |
Box score
| Stat | Auburn Tigers | Ole Miss Rebels |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 22-51 | 22-61 |
| Field goal % | 43 | 36 |
| Three-pointers | 2-17 | 10-28 |
| Three-point % | 12 | 36 |
| Free throws | 32-39 | 12-15 |
| Free throw % | 82 | 80 |
| Rebounds | 43 | 26 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 30 | 18 |
| Assists | 10 | 12 |
| Steals | 5 | 6 |
| Blocks | 4 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 6 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 10 | 11 |
| Fast-break points | 11 | 6 |
| Points in the paint | 38 | 14 |
| Fouls | 14 | 23 |
| Largest lead | 13 | 3 |
| Lead changes | 4 | 4 |
| Time in front | 86 | 4 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half48-37Keyshawn Hall makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half48-40Travis Perry makes 25-foot three point jumper (Kezza Giffa assists)
- 2nd Half51-40Sebastian Williams-Adams makes 23-foot three point jumper (Blake Muschalek assists)
- 2nd Half51-41AJ Storr makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-42AJ Storr makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-44AJ Storr makes 9-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half52-44Elyjah Freeman makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-45AJ Storr makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-45Keyshawn Hall makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-45Keyshawn Hall makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-48Travis Perry makes 26-foot three point jumper (AJ Storr assists)
- 2nd Half56-48Keyshawn Hall makes layup
- 2nd Half57-48KeShawn Murphy makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-48KeShawn Murphy makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-49AJ Storr makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-49KeShawn Murphy makes 7-foot floating jump shot (Kevin Overton assists)
- 2nd Half61-49KeShawn Murphy makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half62-49Sebastian Williams-Adams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-51Patton Pinkins makes 11-foot jumper
- 2nd Half62-54Patton Pinkins makes 23-foot three point jumper (AJ Storr assists)
- 2nd Half63-54Kevin Overton makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-54Kevin Overton makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-56AJ Storr makes 11-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half66-56KeShawn Murphy makes 8-foot floating jump shot (Tahaad Pettiford assists)
- 2nd Half66-59Travis Perry makes 28-foot three point jumper (AJ Storr assists)
- 2nd Half66-61AJ Storr makes 12-foot jumper (Patton Pinkins assists)
- 2nd Half66-62Patton Pinkins makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-63Patton Pinkins makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-63Tahaad Pettiford makes 13-foot jumper (Keyshawn Hall assists)
- 2nd Half69-63Tahaad Pettiford makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half69-64Zach Day makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-64Tahaad Pettiford makes 1-foot dunk
- 2nd Half71-66Patton Pinkins makes layup
- 2nd Half72-66Tahaad Pettiford makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half73-66Tahaad Pettiford makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-66Elyjah Freeman makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-66Keyshawn Hall makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-66Keyshawn Hall makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half77-66Keyshawn Hall makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half78-66Keyshawn Hall makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Ole Miss Rebels, below favours Auburn Tigers.
Venue
- The Sandy and John Black Pavilion at Ole MissOxford, MS
- Attendance9530
- OfficialsDoug Shows, Chuck Jones, Wil Howard
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