Welcome to the Locked on Ole Miss podcast, hosted by Steven Willis! 🏀 This episode is a must-listen for Ole Miss basketball fans, as we explore the team's recent performances and their path to the NCAA tournament.

🏀 Ole Miss's recent games, including a tough loss to Mississippi State, are under the spotlight. Tim Thomas, former Ole Miss player, shares insights on Coach Chris Beard's strategies and the team's need to refocus. Can the Rebels bounce back and secure a strong tournament position?

🏟️ Discover the unique challenges of playing at Vanderbilt's Memorial Gymnasium. Tim Thomas recounts his experiences, highlighting how this venue's atmosphere could impact the upcoming game against Vanderbilt.

🎯 The stakes are high as we discuss Ole Miss's NCAA tournament prospects. With crucial games ahead, how will the Rebels secure a favorable seed? Thomas believes in the team's potential if they play to their strengths.

🔍 Dive into the SEC tournament analysis, where we assess Ole Miss's strengths and weaknesses. Will the Rebels prioritize the SEC tournament, or is their focus on the NCAA stage?

Don't miss out on this engaging episode filled with expert analysis and insider insights. Subscribe, like, and share to stay updated with all things Ole Miss sports!

Keywords: Ole Miss basketball, Steven Willis, Tim Thomas, Chris Beard, Mississippi State, Vanderbilt, Memorial Gymnasium, NCAA tournament, SEC tournament, Ole Miss podcast.

0:00 Intro: Ole Miss basketball's bye week

5:33 Memorial Gym's unique features and challenges

11:04 Rebel hoops checklist for success

18:00 Importance of Vanderbilt game for seeding

22:45 SEC Tournament outlook and strategy

24:27 Jaemyn Brakefield's recent performance issues

Ole Miss basketball, Chris Beard, Tim Thomas, NCAA tournament, SEC, Vanderbilt, Mississippi State, rebounding, turnovers, defensive intensity, Malik Dia, Dre Davis, Matt Morell, Memorial Gymnasium, SEC tournament, NCAA seeding, Jamie Brakefield, Blake Hinson, Allen Flanigan, Matthew Murrell, Jaylen Murray, TJ Caldwell, Jaemyn Brakefield, Brandon Murray, Moussa Cisse

Show originally aired 2/21/25

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