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Ole Miss Overpowers Arkansas in Dominant Home Victory
OXFORD, Miss. (02/12/2026) — The No. 14 Ole Miss Rebels secured a commanding 80-57 victory over the Arkansas Razorbacks on Thursday night, dominating from the opening minutes in their return to The Sandy and John Black Pavilion. Cotie McMahon led all scorers with 21 points as the Rebels reached the 20-win mark for the fifth consecutive season.
How It Happened
Ole Miss established control early and never relinquished it. After an initial layup by Arkansas, the Rebels responded and took a lead they would not surrender just 2:25 into the game. The Rebels' offense was efficient, shooting 41% from the field, and their defense stifled the Razorbacks, who struggled with 34% shooting from the field and just 19% from three-point range.
The Rebels built a double-digit lead before the end of the first quarter, ending the period with a 26-10 advantage. They carried that momentum through the second, heading into halftime with a comfortable 40-27 lead. Throughout the contest, Ole Miss controlled the boards, outrebounding Arkansas 45 to 41, and demonstrated superior ball movement with 18 assists compared to Arkansas' 12. The Rebels also capitalized on the Razorbacks' mistakes, committing only 10 turnovers while forcing 18.
Turning Point
The game's direction was sealed in the third quarter. Ole Miss opened the second half with a decisive 7-0 run, stretching their 13-point halftime lead to 20 and putting the game decisively out of reach for Arkansas. This stretch broke any hope of a Razorback comeback and allowed the Rebels to cruise through the remainder of the contest.
Star of the Game
Cotie McMahon was the undeniable force for the Ole Miss Rebels. She poured in 21 points, marking her fourth consecutive game with 20 or more points. McMahon also facilitated the offense effectively, dishing out five assists. She was complemented by a stellar performance from Latasha Lattimore, who recorded her fourth double-double of the season with 17 points and 11 rebounds. Denim DeShields also added 12 points for the Rebels.
For the Arkansas Razorbacks, Taleyah Jones led the scoring effort with 16 points, while Bonnie Deas contributed 14 points and eight rebounds.
What It Means
For the Ole Miss Rebels, the victory was a strong bounce-back performance after a recent loss, improving their record to 20-5 overall and 7-3 in the Southeastern Conference. The decisive win in their first home game in over a month reinforces their standing as a top team in the conference.
The loss continues a difficult season for the Arkansas Razorbacks, as they remain in search of their first conference win. The Razorbacks will look to regroup and find answers for their offensive struggles as they continue SEC play.