BYU Cougars vs. Ole Miss Rebels 11/28/24 – With the season nearing its climax, the BYU Cougars and Ole Miss Rebels are getting ready for a face-off at the Rady Children’s Invitational. The build-up for the game is enormous, why wouldn’t it be, both teams are undefeated coming into this game with 5-0 records. This match will take place on 28th November 2024, and the time for tip-off is 5.30 PM ET at LionTree Arena. FS1 will broadcast the event live and Sofascore will also stream the event online.
BYU Cougars vs. Ole Miss Rebels 11/28/24
| When: | Thursday, November 28, 2024 at 5:30 PM ET |
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| Where: | LionTree Arena |
| TV: | FS1 |
| Stream: | Sofascore |
| Team | SP/RL | TOTAL | ML | |
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| Cougars | -4.5 (-110) | -167 |  | |
| Rebels | +4.5 (-110) | +137 | ||
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The Cougars are a -4.5 favorite, placing them in strong contention for victory and the win with the -167 moneyline. On the contrary, the Rebels are not that far-off as reflected by their +137 moneyline suggesting that there is a good chance for an upset. The total of 152.5 points suggests that the match is expected to be quite high-scoring, which resonates with the offensive strength of both teams this season.
Egor Demi (Guard) vs. Sean Pedulla (Guard)
Guard Egor Demi of the BYU Cougars has been a key player for the team, scoring an impressive 15.2 points, providing 7.2 assists, and making 2.4 steals per game. His 64.4% shooting from the field and great 56.5% from long-range demonstrates his shooting efficiency and scoring ability. On the other hand, Demi’s capability of creating havoc defensively and controlling the rhythm of the game presents him as an important piece for the Cougars.
For Ole Miss, Sean Pedulla’s contributions cannot be understated. He scores an average of 14.4 points and provides 3.2 assists per game. He is a defensive player with 3 steals on average every game and 84.6% from the free-throw line, which is impressive. His scoring in crunch time and his teamwork have allowed the Rebels to start the season unbeaten.
When these two guards come up against each other, it is going to be an exciting battle. The revolution will be Demi’s making against Pedulla’s scoring with some impressive defensive play as well. Their performance could affect the pace of the game to determine its outcome as both would want to make the first strike.
BYU Cougars: Dominating the Court
As a result of the excellent 51.7% shooting accuracy, the BYU Cougars have firmly established themselves as an offensive juggernaut, averaging 91 points every game. They also shoot a rather impressive 11.4 three-pointers a game with a shooting accuracy of 35.8%. Their scoring prowess, however, is complemented by their strong defense which generates over 11 steals and 6 blocks every game, indicating that they are able to control the game in both facets.
Ole Miss Rebels: Strategic Precision
On the other hand, the Ole Miss Rebels have developed a style of play characterized by score efficiency as they score around 80.8 at 44.2% shooting. They focus on free throw shooting at 74.1%, as well as a cohesive defensive scheme that averages out just over 10 steals and 5 blocks a game. The Rebels’ ability to apply pressure on offense and sustain it on defense will be essential, especially when facing BYU’s style of play.
Trends
BYU Cougars Betting Trends
BYU are 2-5 ATS in their last 7 games.
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of BYU’s last 7 games.
BYU are 5-0 SU in their last 5 games.
BYU are 0-5 ATS in their last 5 games against an opponent in the Southeastern conference.
BYU are 13-0 SU in their last 13 games played in November.
Ole Miss Rebels Betting Trends
Mississippi – Ole Miss are 4-10 ATS in their last 14 games.
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Mississippi – Ole Miss’ last 7 games.
Mississippi – Ole Miss are 5-0 SU in their last 5 games.
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Mississippi – Ole Miss’ last 5 games against an opponent in the Big 12 conference.
Mississippi – Ole Miss are 10-0 SU in their last 10 games played in November.
BYU Cougars vs. Ole Miss Rebels Betting Prediction
Based on the stats and performance history, one may consider BYU to have a slight edge, which most likely comes from their scoring and shooting efficiency, in particular. That being said, Ole Miss must not be overlooked for its grit and composure in November matchups, especially. This matchup emphasizes not only their respective current strengths but also sets both teams as one of the top seeds to watch in March Madness 2025.
True, BYU may cover the spread but the bet against the total may be more intelligent given the potential of both teams offensively. There may also be further value derived from wagering on player performance, notably Egor Demi and Sean Pedulla oscillating around their season averages. The pair of players’ regular contributions are excellent hallmarks of their expected contribution come the NCAA tournament.
Score Prediction: BYU 78, Ole Miss 73
Hilbert Mayer
Sports Writer
Hilbert Mayer is a professional sports writer, betting analyst, and content strategist with over 15 years of experience in the sports industry. Before focusing on sports betting analysis and handicapping, Hilbert worked as a sports writer for various news outlets, covering everything from game recaps to in-depth matchup features. Today, he specializes in MLB, NFL, March Madness, and UFC betting, combining his journalistic background with deep statistical expertise and real-world betting insights. His proven track record, sharp reads, and ability to break down complex matchups make him a trusted voice among both casual bettors and seasoned sharps.
Published on: November 28, 2024
Last updated: March 28, 2025