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Basketball 2026-01-24 · Evening Edition LOSS

Ole Miss Rebels vs. Kentucky Wildcats

Kentucky Wildcats -9.5
53%
Entry Price
$13K
Volume
11:00 AM ET
Game Time (ET)
-0.53u
P&L

ANALYSIS

Kentucky's powerhouse offense (#3 AdjOE, 124.2) is primed to exploit an Ole Miss defense ranked 210th nationally, especially as the Wildcats carry momentum from four straight SEC wins. While UK is navigating injuries to Kam Williams (broken foot) and Jayden Quaintance (knee), their elite free-throw shooting (85.7% vs. Texas) and depth have proven sufficient to overcome late-game pressure. The Rebels' historic struggles at Rupp Arena and inconsistent 3-3 conference start make them unlikely to halt a Kentucky squad that currently leads the SEC in points per possession.
Key Data
Adj Off Efficiency: 124.2, Points Per Possession: 1.18, Opponent PPP: 1.09

OUTCOME

Kentucky Wildcats 72 - Ole Miss Rebels 63
Graded from ESPN final score

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