In a thrilling showdown last night, Bucky McMillan's Texas A&M squad pulled off a dramatic comeback victory against Ole Miss. The Aggies clamped down defensively, preventing the Rebels from scoring in the final 3:32, and hit clutch shots to seal the win. While there's much to celebrate, there's also plenty to dissect as the Aggies look ahead.
First, let's address the elephant in the room: Texas A&M's journey is far from over. Despite the win, they remain 43rd in the NET rankings and are currently projected as a 10 seed in the latest bracket matrix.
With only five games left, the path to securing a tournament spot is clear but challenging. Three more wins would likely cement their place, while two might leave them sweating on Selection Sunday.
The upcoming schedule offers some hope. The Aggies face Oklahoma this Saturday, followed by a home game against Texas and a trip to LSU. These matchups present opportunities to strengthen their resume, especially since they won't have any quad 3 or 4 losses hanging over them-a luxury not all bubble teams can claim.
Building on this momentum is crucial. Last night's escape was a confidence booster, and several players showed up in big ways.
Ruben Dominguez looked revitalized, Zach Clemence is finding his groove, Marcus Hill continues his impressive run, and Rashaun Agee remains the team's anchor. The upcoming game against Oklahoma is a formidable challenge, but with a win, the possibilities for this team are endless.