NCAAB · Final

Ole Miss Edges Alabama in Thrilling Finish

Friday, March 13, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Bridgestone Arena

Ole Miss Rebels 80, Alabama Crimson Tide 79, 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 Ole Miss Rebels vs Alabama Crimson Tide?

Ole Miss Rebels beat Alabama Crimson Tide 80-79 at Bridgestone Arena on March 13, 2026.

Who was favored in Ole Miss Rebels vs Alabama Crimson Tide?

Alabama Crimson Tide were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -700 (about 88% implied). The underdog won.

In a nail-biting encounter, the Ole Miss Rebels triumphed over the Alabama Crimson Tide with a final score of 80-79. This matchup, held at the Bridgestone Arena, showcased a remarkable turnaround for Ole Miss, who had previously lost to Alabama earlier in the season. The victory not only highlights the competitive nature of this fixture but also underscores the unpredictability of college basketball.

Alabama entered the game with a strong home record of 23-9 and had been in impressive form, winning 9 of their last 10 games, with an average of 94.0 points scored and 86.2 points allowed. Their recent success included a victory over Auburn Tigers, where they won 96-84, and a narrow loss to Georgia Bulldogs, 88-98. The Crimson Tide had been particularly dominant at home, boasting a 5-0 record in their last five home games and averaging 89.0 points while allowing 81.8.

On the other hand, Ole Miss had struggled throughout the season with a record of 15-19. However, they managed to find some momentum leading into this game, winning their last two matches against Georgia Bulldogs and Texas Longhorns, with scores of 76-72 and 76-66, respectively. Despite their recent success, their overall away record was less impressive, with only three wins in their last ten games and an average of 78.7 points scored while allowing 83.3.

The previous meetings between these two teams had seen Alabama win 93-74 on February 12, 2026, but Ole Miss had also claimed a victory earlier in the 2025 season, winning 74-64 at home. This history set the stage for a highly anticipated rematch, with both teams looking to assert their dominance.

In terms of injuries, there were no significant updates affecting the lineups, allowing both teams to field their strongest squads. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Alabama favored by 12.5 points, with a total set at 166.5. This indicated a strong belief in Alabama's offensive capabilities, but the outcome of the game would ultimately defy those expectations.

The game conditions were conducive to an exciting matchup, and both teams displayed high energy and competitiveness throughout. Viewers were treated to a thrilling second half, where the lead changed hands multiple times. Key moments included Labaron Philon Jr. hitting a crucial three-pointer to extend Ole Miss's lead to 78-71, followed by Ilias Kamardine's 25-foot jumper that pushed the Rebels ahead 80-75. Alabama fought hard to close the gap, but despite their efforts, they fell just short.

The final moments were tense as Alabama attempted to mount a comeback, but Ole Miss's defense held firm, securing their victory. This game serves as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of college basketball, where any team can emerge victorious on any given night.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	ALA -12.5	166.5 o -108 / u -112	Ole Miss Rebels +500 · Alabama Crimson Tide -700

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Leaders

PointsLabaron Philon Jr.28Alabama Crimson Tide
AssistsLabaron Philon Jr.4Alabama Crimson Tide
ReboundsAmari Allen11Alabama Crimson Tide
PointsAJ Storr17Ole Miss Rebels
AssistsIlias Kamardine4Ole Miss Rebels
ReboundsJames Scott10Ole Miss Rebels

Recent form

Alabama Crimson Tide

Last 10: 9-1Streak W194 scored · 86.2 allowed per game5-0 at home

W96-84vs Auburn TigersMar 8
L88-98at Georgia BulldogsMar 3
W71-69at Tennessee VolunteersFeb 28
W100-75vs Mississippi State BulldogsFeb 26
W90-83at LSU TigersFeb 21
W117-115vs Arkansas RazorbacksFeb 19
W89-75vs South Carolina GamecocksFeb 15
W93-74at Ole Miss RebelsFeb 12
W96-92at Auburn TigersFeb 7
W100-97vs Texas A&M AggiesFeb 5

Ole Miss Rebels

Last 10: 3-7Streak W278.7 scored · 83.3 allowed per game3-1 away

W76-72at Georgia BulldogsMar 12
W76-66at Texas LonghornsMar 11
L61-64vs South Carolina GamecocksMar 7
L86-89vs Vanderbilt CommodoresMar 4
W85-79at Auburn TigersMar 1
L99-106vs LSU TigersFeb 26
L75-94vs Florida GatorsFeb 21
L77-80at Texas A&M AggiesFeb 19
L78-90vs Mississippi State BulldogsFeb 14
L74-93vs Alabama Crimson TideFeb 12

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	Ole Miss Rebels	Alabama Crimson Tide
Field goals	31-67	26-64
Field goal %	46	41
Three-pointers	8-19	9-29
Three-point %	42	31
Free throws	10-15	18-25
Free throw %	67	72
Rebounds	42	36
Offensive rebounds	9	8
Defensive rebounds	33	28
Assists	14	14
Steals	3	5
Blocks	5	4
Turnovers	9	5
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	4	7
Fast-break points	3	6
Points in the paint	34	34
Fouls	19	15
Largest lead	14	0
Lead changes	0	0
Time in front	98	0

How the scoring went

1st Half47-40Kezza Giffa makes free throw 2 of 2
1st Half47-41Aiden Sherrell makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half50-41Travis Perry makes 24-foot three point jumper (Malik Dia assists)
2nd Half50-44Labaron Philon Jr. makes 24-foot three point jumper (Amari Allen assists)
2nd Half52-44Ilias Kamardine makes 12-foot floating jump shot (James Scott assists)
2nd Half52-45Labaron Philon Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half54-45Patton Pinkins makes layup (Travis Perry assists)
2nd Half54-46Aiden Sherrell makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half54-48Aiden Sherrell makes layup (Houston Mallette assists)
2nd Half56-48AJ Storr makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half56-49Noah Williamson makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half56-50Noah Williamson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half59-50Eduardo Klafke makes 24-foot three point jumper (Ilias Kamardine assists)
2nd Half60-50Malik Dia makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half63-50Eduardo Klafke makes 22-foot three point jumper (Travis Perry assists)
2nd Half63-51Amari Allen makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half63-53Aden Holloway makes driving layup
2nd Half65-53Malik Dia makes 3-foot dunk (Ilias Kamardine assists)
2nd Half65-54Aden Holloway makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half65-55Aden Holloway makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half66-55Malik Dia makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half66-58Labaron Philon Jr. makes 25-foot three point jumper
2nd Half66-60Labaron Philon Jr. makes layup
2nd Half66-62Taylor Bol Bowen makes 5-foot dunk (Labaron Philon Jr. assists)
2nd Half69-62Ilias Kamardine makes 25-foot three point jumper (AJ Storr assists)
2nd Half69-63Labaron Philon Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half69-64Labaron Philon Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half69-66Aiden Sherrell makes 5-foot dunk (Labaron Philon Jr. assists)
2nd Half71-66Ilias Kamardine makes 4-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half71-68Amari Allen makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half73-68AJ Storr makes 9-foot jumper
2nd Half75-68Ilias Kamardine makes 9-foot jumper
2nd Half75-71Labaron Philon Jr. makes 23-foot three point jumper (Taylor Bol Bowen assists)
2nd Half78-71Ilias Kamardine makes 25-foot three point jumper
2nd Half78-73Aden Holloway makes driving layup
2nd Half78-75Aiden Sherrell makes 3-foot dunk (Houston Mallette assists)
2nd Half80-75Ilias Kamardine makes 12-foot turnaround jump shot
2nd Half80-77Taylor Bol Bowen makes driving layup
2nd Half80-78Labaron Philon Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half80-79Labaron Philon Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2