In a thrilling comeback, Texas A&M basketball overcame a double-digit deficit to edge out Ole Miss, 80-77, at Reed Arena on Wednesday night, snapping their four-game SEC losing streak.
From the start, it seemed Ole Miss had the upper hand in Bryan-College Station. But a late three-pointer from Ruben Dominguez and a crucial layup from Rashaun Agee propelled Texas A&M to a hard-fought victory in this tightly contested SEC battle.
The Aggies struggled with their shooting throughout the game, hitting just 48% from the field and a mere 25% from beyond the arc. Their shooting woes allowed Ole Miss to capitalize with 23 fastbreak points, keeping the pressure on Texas A&M.
Rashaun Agee led the charge for the Aggies, scoring 17 points and grabbing 10 rebounds, marking his 11th double-double of the season. Marcus Hill and Dominguez added a combined 27 points and 10 assists, providing a vital spark for Texas A&M.
After a slide in the league standings, this win offers a glimmer of hope for the Aggies, who now stand at 18-8 overall and 8-5 in SEC play, with five games left before the conference tournament. Despite a rocky stretch, the potential for a postseason run remains, but Texas A&M will need to clean up their play. Another performance like Wednesday's shooting display could jeopardize their March Madness aspirations.
Heading into the game, Ole Miss was ranked as the third-worst team in the league, while Texas A&M was tied for fifth with Missouri. The Aggies face a tough challenge ahead; a loss to Oklahoma this weekend could significantly impact their tournament hopes.
Next, Texas A&M travels to Norman, Oklahoma, to face the Sooners on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. CT. Fans can catch the action live on the SEC Network from Lloyd Noble Center.