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No. 25 Ole Miss Stuns No. 14 Kentucky with Record-Breaking Win

Ole Miss secures its largest-ever victory over Kentucky, fueled by a dominant first half and sharp shooting.

Feb 4, 2025; Oxford, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi Rebels guard Matthew Murrell (11) drives to the basket as Kentucky Wildcats guard Jaxson Robinson (2) defends during the second half at The Sandy and John Black Pavilion at Ole Miss. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
Feb 4, 2025; Auburn, Alabama, USA; Auburn Tigers forward Johni Broome (4) pressures Oklahoma Sooners guard Jeremiah Fears (0) during the first half at Neville Arena. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images
Feb 4, 2025; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators guard Denzel Aberdeen (11) guards Vanderbilt Commodores guard Jason Edwards (1) during the first half at Exactech Arena at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center. Mandatory Credit: Morgan Tencza-Imagn Images
Feb 4, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars guard L.J. Cryer (4) controls the ball during the first half against the Oklahoma State Cowboys at Fertitta Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Ole Miss defeated Kentucky 98-84, marking its largest margin of victory over the Wildcats and its first win against a ranked Kentucky team since 2011.
  • The Rebels delivered a commanding 54-31 halftime lead, shooting 54.7% overall and making 13 three-pointers, including nine in the first half.
  • Matthew Murrell led Ole Miss with 24 points, hitting six three-pointers, while Dre Davis and Malik Dia contributed 17 and 16 points, respectively.
  • Kentucky's Amari Williams recorded the program's fourth-ever triple-double with 12 points, 11 rebounds, and 10 assists, but the team struggled defensively and missed injured guard Lamont Butler for the third straight game.
  • Ole Miss committed just one turnover in the game and capitalized on Kentucky's mistakes, outscoring them 9-0 off turnovers.