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Ole Miss Falls to Arkansas in Thrilling Overtime Battle

3/15/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Ole Miss Rebels fell 93-90 in overtime to Arkansas in the SEC Tournament semifinal, ending their run.
Seeded 15th, Ole Miss became the first 15th seed to reach the SEC Tournament semifinals by defeating Alabama, Georgia, and Texas.
In the semifinal, Ole Miss guard AJ Storr hit a last-second bucket to force overtime.
Arkansas Razorbacks guard Darius Acuff Jr. led with key plays, including a crucial late layup.

History

Historical Context

In 1980, the University of Alabama won the SEC Tournament, defeating Auburn and marking a significant moment in college basketball. This victory highlighted the competitive nature of the Southeastern Conference, which has produced 12 NCAA championships. Recently, Ole Miss became the first 15th seed to reach the SEC semifinals, reflecting the evolving unpredictability of tournament play and its implications for future strategies.

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Story summary

Ole Miss Rebels fell 93-90 in overtime to Arkansas in the SEC Tournament semifinal, ending their run.
Seeded 15th, Ole Miss became the first 15th seed to reach the SEC Tournament semifinals by defeating Alabama, Georgia, and Texas.
In the semifinal, Ole Miss guard AJ Storr hit a last-second bucket to force overtime.
Arkansas Razorbacks guard Darius Acuff Jr. led with key plays, including a crucial late layup.

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