Ole Miss Rebels Edge Southern Miss Golden Eagles 71-67
Saturday, December 13, 2025, 3:00 PM ET · Mississippi Coast Coliseum
Ole Miss Rebels 71, Southern Miss Golden Eagles 67, 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 Southern Miss Golden Eagles vs Ole Miss Rebels?
Ole Miss Rebels beat Southern Miss Golden Eagles 71-67 at Mississippi Coast Coliseum on December 13, 2025.
Who was favored in Southern Miss Golden Eagles vs Ole Miss Rebels?
Ole Miss Rebels were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1000 (about 91% implied). The favorite won.
In a closely contested matchup, the Ole Miss Rebels narrowly defeated the Southern Miss Golden Eagles 71-67 at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum. This game was significant as it showcased the struggles of both teams, with Ole Miss aiming to break a four-game losing streak while Southern Miss sought to build on their recent success.
The Rebels entered the game with a home record of 6-4 overall and had been struggling lately, holding a record of 5-5 in their last ten games. Their recent form reflected a troubling trend, as they had lost their last four games, averaging 67.8 points scored and allowing 70.4 points during that stretch. The last five games included losses to notable opponents such as St. John's Red Storm and Miami Hurricanes. In contrast, the Golden Eagles had a slightly better recent record of 6-5, and they came into this game on a one-game winning streak after their victory against Grambling Tigers. Southern Miss had been more prolific in scoring, averaging 77.9 points while allowing 72.5 in their last ten games, which included a mix of wins and losses against various opponents.
When considering home and away performances, Ole Miss had a solid home record of 5-2, while Southern Miss struggled on the road, holding a record of 1-4 away from home. This disparity added an extra layer of pressure on the Golden Eagles as they faced a Rebels team eager to turn their fortunes around in front of their home crowd.
The two teams had met previously in the current season, with Ole Miss securing a dominant 77-46 victory over Southern Miss on December 14, 2024. This prior meeting may have provided the Rebels with confidence heading into this encounter, as they aimed to replicate their success.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any significant player absences that would impact the game, allowing both teams to field their primary rosters. This absence of injury concerns meant that both squads could showcase their full capabilities.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Ole Miss favored to win with a spread of -12.5, indicating a strong expectation for them to secure a comfortable victory. The total points line was set at 138.5, suggesting that a competitive scoring affair was anticipated.
The conditions at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum were conducive to basketball, with no adverse weather factors reported, allowing fans to enjoy the game in a comfortable atmosphere.
As the game unfolded, the Rebels managed to maintain a slight edge, with key scoring plays in the second half, including several free throws from Ilias Kamardine and Kezza Giffa, which helped them secure the lead. Chiante' Tramble's three-point jumper also proved crucial in the closing moments, ensuring that Ole Miss held off a late charge from Southern Miss.
Ultimately, the Rebels' ability to convert free throws in critical moments and their overall home advantage proved decisive in this matchup, allowing them to emerge victorious despite a valiant effort from the Golden Eagles. The game highlighted the competitive nature of college basketball, where every point counts and teams must consistently perform to secure wins.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | MISS -12.5 | 138.5 o -110 / u -110 | Southern Miss Golden Eagles +650 · Ole Miss Rebels -1000 |
Leaders
- PointsAJ Storr21Ole Miss Rebels
- AssistsKezza Giffa2Ole Miss Rebels
- ReboundsMalik Dia6Ole Miss Rebels
- PointsIsaac Taveras20Southern Miss Golden Eagles
- AssistsTylik Weeks4Southern Miss Golden Eagles
- ReboundsTylik Weeks10Southern Miss Golden Eagles
Recent form
Ole Miss Rebels
Last 10: 5-5Streak L473.5 scored · 67.4 allowed per game5-2 at home
- L58-63at St. John's Red StormDec 7
- L66-75vs Miami HurricanesDec 3
- L74-75vs Utah UtesNov 27
- L69-74at Iowa HawkeyesNov 26
- W72-65vs Austin Peay GovernorsNov 19
- W82-60vs Cal State Bakersfield RoadrunnersNov 15
- W83-77vs Memphis TigersNov 12
- W86-65vs UL Monroe WarhawksNov 8
- W88-58vs SE Louisiana LionsNov 4
- L57-62at Auburn TigersMar 14
Southern Miss Golden Eagles
Last 10: 6-4Streak W177.9 scored · 72.5 allowed per game1-4 away
- W68-60vs Grambling TigersDec 9
- L64-88at Miami HurricanesDec 6
- W82-75at Radford HighlandersDec 4
- W70-60vs UT Martin SkyhawksNov 23
- W92-83vs North Florida OspreysNov 23
- W82-59vs William Carey CrusadersNov 19
- L70-75at Grambling TigersNov 14
- L79-83at South Carolina GamecocksNov 9
- W93-57vs Tougaloo BulldogsNov 7
- L79-85at Buffalo BullsNov 3
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Troy | 22-12 | - | 12-6 |
| South Alabama | 21-12 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Arkansas State | 20-12 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Texas State | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Marshall | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Coastal Carolina | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| App State | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| James Madison | 18-15 | 3 | 9-9 |
| Southern Miss | 19-16 | 3 | 9-9 |
| Georgia Southern | 21-16 | 4 | 8-10 |
| Old Dominion | 12-21 | 5 | 7-11 |
| Louisiana | 11-22 | 5 | 7-11 |
| Georgia State | 10-22 | 5 | 7-11 |
| UL Monroe | 4-28 | 11 | 1-17 |
| 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 | Southern Miss Golden Eagles | Ole Miss Rebels |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-54 | 24-49 |
| Field goal % | 46 | 49 |
| Three-pointers | 4-16 | 5-17 |
| Three-point % | 25 | 29 |
| Free throws | 13-20 | 18-26 |
| Free throw % | 65 | 69 |
| Rebounds | 33 | 28 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 4 |
| Defensive rebounds | 24 | 24 |
| Assists | 10 | 10 |
| Steals | 4 | 10 |
| Blocks | 1 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 8 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 12 | 17 |
| Fast-break points | 19 | 22 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 30 |
| Fouls | 21 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 5 | 10 |
| Lead changes | 9 | 9 |
| Time in front | 15 | 74 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half37-36Tylik Weeks made Jumper.
- 2nd Half39-36Isaac Taveras made Layup. Assisted by Tylik Weeks.
- 2nd Half39-38Kezza Giffa made Layup.
- 2nd Half41-38Tylik Weeks made Jumper.
- 2nd Half43-38Tylik Weeks made Jumper.
- 2nd Half43-39Patton Pinkins made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half43-40Patton Pinkins made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half43-43Kezza Giffa made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Patton Pinkins.
- 2nd Half44-43Tylik Weeks made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half44-44Malik Dia made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half44-45Malik Dia made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-45Curt Lewis made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tylik Weeks.
- 2nd Half47-47AJ Storr made Jumper.
- 2nd Half47-49Kezza Giffa made Layup.
- 2nd Half47-51Patton Pinkins made Layup.
- 2nd Half47-53AJ Storr made Jumper.
- 2nd Half48-53Curt Lewis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half49-53Curt Lewis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-53Curt Lewis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-55AJ Storr made Layup.
- 2nd Half51-55Dylan Brumfield made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-58Patton Pinkins made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kezza Giffa.
- 2nd Half51-60AJ Storr made Layup.
- 2nd Half53-60Isaac Taveras made Dunk.
- 2nd Half55-60Isaac Taveras made Layup.
- 2nd Half55-62AJ Storr made Jumper.
- 2nd Half55-64Kezza Giffa made Layup.
- 2nd Half57-64Djahi Binet made Layup. Assisted by Dylan Brumfield.
- 2nd Half58-64Djahi Binet made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-64Isaac Taveras made Layup.
- 2nd Half60-66Malik Dia made Dunk. Assisted by Kezza Giffa.
- 2nd Half62-66Tylik Weeks made Jumper.
- 2nd Half62-67Patton Pinkins made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-67Dylan Brumfield made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-67Dylan Brumfield made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-68Kezza Giffa made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-69Kezza Giffa made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-70Ilias Kamardine made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-71Ilias Kamardine made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-71Chiante' Tramble made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tylik Weeks.
Win probability
Above the line favours Ole Miss Rebels, below favours Southern Miss Golden Eagles.
Venue
- Mississippi Coast ColiseumBiloxi, MS
- OfficialsPatrick Evans, Mike Nance, John Johnson
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