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Ole Miss Dominates SE Louisiana in Season Opener

Monday, November 3, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · The Sandy and John Black Pavilion at Ole Miss

Ole Miss Rebels 88, SE Louisiana Lions 58, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won SE Louisiana Lions vs Ole Miss Rebels?

Ole Miss Rebels beat SE Louisiana Lions 88-58 at The Sandy and John Black Pavilion at Ole Miss on November 3, 2025.

In a commanding performance, the Ole Miss Rebels defeated the SE Louisiana Lions 88-58 in their season opener at The Sandy and John Black Pavilion at Ole Miss. This victory marks Ole Miss's first win of the season, improving their record to 1-0, while SE Louisiana falls to 0-1 after suffering their first loss.

The Rebels showcased a strong offensive display, averaging 73.9 points scored per game in their last ten outings, although they had allowed an average of 79.4 points during that stretch. Their recent form shows a mixed record of 5-5 in their last ten games, with a current losing streak of one game. However, they managed to secure a home record of 3-1 in those ten games, indicating a solid performance on their home court.

In contrast, the Lions have struggled recently, also holding a record of 5-5 in their last ten games, but they are currently on a four-game losing streak. SE Louisiana averaged 73.6 points scored while allowing 72.7 points in their last ten games. Their away record stands at 2-2, reflecting their ability to compete on the road despite their overall struggles.

The game saw Ole Miss take control early and maintain their lead throughout, with scoring plays that included a series of free throws and layups in the second half, culminating in a dunk by Hobert Grayson IV that sealed the victory. The Rebels' ability to score consistently and their defensive efforts contributed to a decisive win, as they outpaced the Lions significantly in the second half.

In terms of recent encounters, this matchup was significant as both teams looked to establish momentum early in the season. The Rebels, despite their mixed form, were favored in the market, with a home win probability of 1.0, indicating strong confidence from the betting lines.

As for the conditions, the game was played in front of a home crowd, which often provides a significant advantage in college basketball. The atmosphere in The Sandy and John Black Pavilion likely contributed to Ole Miss's strong performance, as they capitalized on their home-court advantage.

Injuries were not mentioned in the block, so both teams appeared to field their full rosters. This allowed for a competitive game, although the Rebels clearly had the upper hand.

Overall, the fixture was worth noting not only for the final score but also for the implications it holds for both teams moving forward in the season. Ole Miss will look to build on this momentum, while SE Louisiana will need to regroup and address their recent struggles as they continue their campaign.

Leaders

  • PointsMalik Dia20Ole Miss Rebels
  • AssistsAJ Storr4Ole Miss Rebels
  • ReboundsJames Scott9Ole Miss Rebels
  • PointsJaiden Lawrence15SE Louisiana Lions
  • AssistsPeter Hemschemeier3SE Louisiana Lions
  • ReboundsIsaiah Gaines5SE Louisiana Lions

Recent form

Ole Miss Rebels

Last 10: 5-5Streak L173.9 scored · 79.4 allowed per game3-1 at home

  • L57-62at Auburn TigersMar 14
  • W83-80vs Arkansas RazorbacksMar 13
  • L71-90at Florida GatorsMar 8
  • W78-76vs Tennessee VolunteersMar 6
  • W87-84vs Oklahoma SoonersMar 1
  • L76-106at Auburn TigersFeb 27
  • L72-77at Vanderbilt CommodoresFeb 22
  • L71-81vs Mississippi State BulldogsFeb 15
  • W72-68at South Carolina GamecocksFeb 13
  • W72-70at LSU TigersFeb 9

SE Louisiana Lions

Last 10: 5-5Streak L473.6 scored · 72.7 allowed per game2-2 away

  • L67-71vs Incarnate Word CardinalsMar 10
  • L76-77at UT Rio Grande Valley VaquerosMar 4
  • L54-68at Texas A&M-Corpus Christi IslandersMar 1
  • L69-72vs Northwestern State DemonsFeb 25
  • W83-65vs East Texas A&M LionsFeb 22
  • L82-88vs McNeese CowboysFeb 18
  • W84-81vs Nicholls ColonelsFeb 15
  • W69-60at Houston Christian HuskiesFeb 11
  • W71-66at Incarnate Word CardinalsFeb 8
  • W81-79vs Lamar CardinalsFeb 4

Standings

TeamOverallGames behindIn conference
Stephen F. Austin28-6-20-2
McNeese28-6119-3
UT Rio Grande Valley19-14614-8
Texas A&M-Corpus Christi18-15713-9
LSU New Orleans15-18812-10
Nicholls14-19812-10
Houston Christian12-20128-14
Northwestern State10-22128-14
Incarnate Word12-19137-15
Lamar12-19137-15
East Texas A&M11-21146-16
SE Louisiana9-22146-16
Florida27-8-16-2
Arkansas28-9313-5
Alabama25-10313-5
Vanderbilt27-9511-7
Tennessee25-12511-7
Texas A&M22-12511-7
Georgia22-11610-8
Kentucky22-14610-8
Missouri20-13610-8
Texas21-1579-9
Auburn22-1697-11
Oklahoma21-1697-11
Mississippi State13-19115-13
Ole Miss15-20124-14
South Carolina13-19124-14
LSU15-17133-15

Box score

StatSE Louisiana LionsOle Miss Rebels
Field goals18-5328-54
Field goal %3452
Three-pointers7-287-22
Three-point %2532
Free throws15-2525-30
Free throw %6083
Rebounds2644
Offensive rebounds1112
Defensive rebounds1532
Assists1416
Steals67
Blocks05
Turnovers1310
Team turnovers01
Technical fouls00
Technical fouls, total00
Flagrant fouls00
Points off turnovers1113
Fast-break points414
Points in the paint2034
Fouls2420
Largest lead530

How the scoring went

  1. 2nd Half31-51Ilias Kamardine made Jumper.
  2. 2nd Half31-53Ilias Kamardine made Jumper.
  3. 2nd Half34-53Jaiden Lawrence made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kyle Edison.
  4. 2nd Half34-55Corey Chest made Two Point Tip Shot.
  5. 2nd Half35-55Jalen Forrest made Free Throw.
  6. 2nd Half35-57Malik Dia made Jumper. Assisted by Ilias Kamardine.
  7. 2nd Half38-57Jaiden Lawrence made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ubong-Abasi Etim.
  8. 2nd Half38-60AJ Storr made Three Point Jumper.
  9. 2nd Half38-63AJ Storr made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by James Scott.
  10. 2nd Half38-65Patton Pinkins made Jumper. Assisted by AJ Storr.
  11. 2nd Half39-65Jalen Forrest made Free Throw.
  12. 2nd Half40-65Jalen Forrest made Free Throw.
  13. 2nd Half40-66Travis Perry made Free Throw.
  14. 2nd Half40-67Travis Perry made Free Throw.
  15. 2nd Half42-67Ethan Pickett made Layup. Assisted by Peter Hemschemeier.
  16. 2nd Half42-68Malik Dia made Free Throw.
  17. 2nd Half42-69Malik Dia made Free Throw.
  18. 2nd Half44-69Isaiah Gaines made Two Point Tip Shot.
  19. 2nd Half44-70AJ Storr made Free Throw.
  20. 2nd Half44-71AJ Storr made Free Throw.
  21. 2nd Half46-71Isaiah Gaines made Layup. Assisted by Makhi Myles.
  22. 2nd Half47-71Makhi Myles made Free Throw.
  23. 2nd Half48-71Makhi Myles made Free Throw.
  24. 2nd Half48-72Koren Johnson made Free Throw.
  25. 2nd Half48-73Koren Johnson made Free Throw.
  26. 2nd Half48-75Malik Dia made Dunk. Assisted by Ilias Kamardine.
  27. 2nd Half49-75Jaiden Lawrence made Free Throw.
  28. 2nd Half50-75CJ Booker made Free Throw.
  29. 2nd Half51-75CJ Booker made Free Throw.
  30. 2nd Half51-78Kezza Giffa made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Eduardo Klafke.
  31. 2nd Half54-78CJ Booker made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jaiden Lawrence.
  32. 2nd Half54-79Kezza Giffa made Free Throw.
  33. 2nd Half54-80Kezza Giffa made Free Throw.
  34. 2nd Half54-82Eduardo Klafke made Layup. Assisted by Augusto Cassiá.
  35. 2nd Half54-84Kezza Giffa made Jumper.
  36. 2nd Half55-84Jaiden Lawrence made Free Throw.
  37. 2nd Half58-84Makhi Myles made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by CJ Booker.
  38. 2nd Half58-85Max Smith made Free Throw.
  39. 2nd Half58-86Max Smith made Free Throw.
  40. 2nd Half58-88Hobert Grayson IV made Dunk.

Win probability

Above the line favours Ole Miss Rebels, below favours SE Louisiana Lions.

Venue

  • The Sandy and John Black Pavilion at Ole MissOxford, MS
  • Attendance8883
  • OfficialsVladimir Voyard-Tadal, Josue Nieves, Michael Swoboda

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