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Ole Miss favored in showdown against struggling LSU on the road

In this matchup, LSU will be facing off against Ole Miss on the road in Mississippi. LSU is coming off a loss to Missouri while Ole Miss secured a victory against Arkansas in their previous games. The all-time series between the schools favors LSU, but Ole Miss is currently the betting favorite opening at -9.5. The line has remained unchanged leading up to the game on Saturday evening.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Tigers +355 | Rebels -460
• Spread: Tigers +9.5 (-110) | Rebels -9.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 147.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Ole Miss will win straight-up is 82%.

LSU vs Ole Miss Stats

LSU Tigers

LSU suffered their second consecutive loss in a game against Missouri, where they struggled to keep up and fell behind early. Despite some strong individual performances, the Tigers were unable to close the gap and ultimately lost the game. LSU is currently standing at 11-4 overall and 0-2 in the SEC for the season and will be looking to turn things around in their upcoming contest. The team is averaging 82.3 points per game, ranking 45th in scoring offense nationally, but is below average defensively, allowing 68.9 points per game. Leading scorer Cam Carter is averaging 17.2 points and 4.1 rebounds per game, with contributions from other key players as well. The team shoots 48% from the field, 32.8% from beyond the arc, and 74.1% from the free-throw line. LSU has also been impacted by injuries, with Jalen Reed suffering a torn ACL and being sidelined for the season. In terms of power rankings, LSU is ranked 45th in offense, 120th in defense, and has an overall record of 11-4 (7-8 ATS). The team's statistics in field goal percentage, rebounding, assists, turnovers, and defensive performance are all within the national average range.

Ole Miss Rebels Analysis

Ole Miss secured their second consecutive victory by defeating Arkansas on the road in their latest game. The Rebels are now 13-2 overall and hold a 2-0 record in the SEC. Despite trailing early in the game, Ole Miss managed to come back and secure a comfortable lead in the second half, ultimately winning with a strong performance on both ends of the court. The team is led by top scorers and contributors such as Malik Dia, Sean Pedulla, Matthew Murrell, Jaylen Murray, and Dre Davis. Overall, Ole Miss showcases solid offensive and defensive statistics, ranking in the top 100 nationally in various categories such as scoring offense, scoring defense, field goal percentage, and three-point shooting. The team's performance has earned them a power ranking of 27, showcasing their competitiveness within the NCAA.

Ole Miss poised to take on struggling LSU in crucial matchup

The upcoming matchup features a LSU team that has shown strong performance in non-conference games but is currently facing challenges following recent losses to Vanderbilt and Missouri. On the other hand, Ole Miss boasts a commendable 13-2 record with notable wins, including a neutral floor victory over BYU. Despite encountering losses to Purdue and Memphis, Ole Miss maintains an impressive 8-0 record at home this season, with each win secured by a double-digit margin. In contrast, LSU's record is notably skewed towards victories in Quad IV games, holding an 8-0 record, whereas they have struggled in Quad I contests with a 0-3 record. Given Ole Miss' solid home record and LSU's recent struggles in higher-level matchups, the advantage appears to be in favor of Ole Miss for this upcoming game in Oxford.

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