Arkansas vs Ole Miss Prediction 1/8/25 College Basketball Picks Today

In this article, we will formulate an Arkansas vs Ole Miss prediction for this College Basketball game on Wednesday, January 8th at Bud Walton Arena in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

Arkansas Razorbacks Betting Preview

The Arkansas Razorbacks are 11-3 (0-1) this season after they lost to Tennessee by a score of 76-52 in their last game. Arkansas trailed 42-27 at halftime and only managed to score 25 points in the second half in the blowout loss. The Razorbacks shot 37.7% from the field, 20.7% on three-pointers, and 46.2% on free throws in the game. DJ Wagner led Arkansas with 17 points and three assists, while Boogie Fland added 12 points and three rebounds in the loss. 

Prior to that game, the Razorbacks defeated Oakland by a score of 92-62 and NC A&T by a score of 95-67. Arkansas has won six of their last seven games, including wins over Miami and Michigan. Arkansas has scored 80.4 points per game and they have allowed 66.2 points per game, while also averaging 35.7 rebounds and 16.3 assists per game this season. Adou Thiero is averaging 16.9 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per game, while Boogie Fland is averaging 15.6 points, 3.4 rebounds, and 1.8 assists per game this year. Arkansas is shooting 50.7% from the field, 71.1% on free throws, and 35.4% on three-pointers this season. 

Ole Miss Rebels Betting Preview

The Ole Miss Rebels are 12-2 (1-0) this year after they defeated Georgia by a score of 63-51 in their last game. Ole Miss trailed 28-26 at the half, but they outscored Georgia 37-23 in the second half for the win. The Rebels shot 41.2% from the field, 37.5% on three-pointers, and 71.4% on free throws in the game. Matthew Murrell led Ole Miss with 15 points and six rebounds, while Jaemyn Brakefield added 15 points and four rebounds in the game. 

Prior to that victory, the Rebels lost to Memphis by a score of 87-70 but did beat Queens by a score of 80-62 before that. Ole Miss has won six of their last seven games and their other loss this season came against Purdue by two points. Ole Miss has scored 79.6 points per game and they have allowed 64.5 points per game, while also averaging 35.2 rebounds and 16.0 assists per game this season. Sean Pedulla is averaging 14.1 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 3.6 assists per game, while Jaylen Murray is averaging 12.5 points, 2.3 rebounds, and 4.0 assists per game this year. Ole Miss is shooting 45.2% from the field, 73.8% on free throws, and 35.5% on three-pointers this season. Ole Miss will meet LSU and Alabama after this game. 

Why Arkansas will beat Ole Miss

• Arkansas has won each of its last nine games at Bud Walton Arena.
• Ole Miss has lost each of its last five games at Bud Walton Arena.
• Ole Miss has lost the first half in each of its last four games against the Southeastern Conference.

Total Points Facts

• Each of Arkansas’ last six night games against the Southeastern Conference has produced a total of 149+ points.
• Five of Ole Miss’ last six night games against the Southeastern Conference have produced a total of 151+ points.

Arkansas vs Ole Miss Prediction 

Ole Miss comes into this matchup looking to pick up their second straight conference victory, but they will be on the road here. The Rebels have started the season with just two losses against Memphis and Purdue, and they are ranked #23 in the country. Ole Miss is shooting 45.2% from the field, but their defense has been very strong, as they have allowed 64.5 points per game. Arkansas is coming off of a blowout loss against Tennessee last weekend, but they are shooting over 50% from the field on the year. The Razorbacks do have wins over Miami and Michigan, and I think their offense will get back on track, as I think Ole Miss will struggle on the road. Take Arkansas at home.