The Ole Miss Rebels are set to face the Texas A&M Aggies in College Station, Texas, on Wednesday, February 18, with the game scheduled to tip off at 7 p.m. ET on the SEC Network. In this matchup, Texas A&M is favored by 8.5 points, offering a moneyline of -450, while Ole Miss is an underdog at +350. The over/under for the game is set at 153.5 total points.
Currently, Ole Miss is struggling, entering this game on a seven-game losing streak in conference play. Their performance has been particularly concerning on the defensive end, where they rank last in the SEC for adjusted defensive efficiency. The Rebels have also faced challenges on offense, coming in at 238th nationally in effective field-goal percentage. Their reliance on generating offense inside the arc—over 63% of their scoring—has proven difficult against teams that can quickly adjust their defensive strategies.
Conversely, Texas A&M also finds itself in a slump, having lost their last four games, primarily due to offensive issues. However, this matchup presents an excellent opportunity for them to regain their form. The Aggies have excelled in three-point shooting, ranking 26th in 3-point rate and 34th in 3-point field goal percentage nationally. Their faster tempo—being 23rd in the nation—allows them to score effectively and go on scoring runs. Ole Miss struggles significantly against the three-point shot and ranks 302nd in the nation for 3-point rate allowed, which could prove advantageous for Texas A&M.
Given Ole Miss’s defensive shortcomings and their inability to shoot effectively from the outside, Texas A&M is poised to exploit these weaknesses. The Aggies could be in prime position to pull away early in the game, capitalizing on a cold Ole Miss performance.
In conclusion, while both teams are looking to break out of their recent slumps, Texas A&M appears to have the edge thanks to their offensive capabilities. Betting analysts favor the Aggies to cover the spread convincingly, predicting a strong showing from them in this pivotal SEC clash.