The Tigers had four different players hit from long range as Auburn ended the half on a 6-0 run. Ole Miss shot 40% from deep and was led by Jaemyn Brakefield’s 12 first half points. Auburn finished the game with 14 made 3-pointers compared to the Rebels five.

Ole Miss basketball coach Chris Beard learned that this Rebels are close to beating the nation's best. He plans to get them there for March.