Ole Miss basketball earned a crucial SEC win Wednesday night, defeating rival Arkansas 73-66 in Bud Walton Arena, the program's first victory there since January of 2015. After the game, Ole Miss head coach Chris Beard broke down what worked well for his team in the win, especially as they handled a hostile environment.

John Calipari still believes he has a good team, but Arkansas basketball isn't finding enough consistent production through two SEC losses.

It’s Ole Miss vs Arkansas in the Rebels' second SEC game this college basketball season. Follow for live score updates, game highlights.

Jan 8, 2025; Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA; Ole Miss Rebels forward Malik Dia (0) reacts after making a there point shot in the second half against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Bud Walton Arena. Ole Miss won 73-66. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-Imagn Images / Nelson Chenault-Imagn Images

Arkansas basketball's offense went ice cold after halftime, and the Razorbacks are 0-2 in the SEC after a home loss to Ole Miss.

Malik Dia scores 21 points along with eight rebounds as the Rebels get the win behind a balanced effort against the Razorbacks, 73-66.