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Column: How Blake Hinson can bounce back

There have been many interesting storylines with the struggling Ole Miss basketball team: Breein Tyree’s scoring rein, the emergence of Devontae Shuler as a primary facilitator and the nickname “Dude Collum” for freshman forward Antavion Collum. But one thing that stands out for the Rebels this year is the play of Blake Hinson.

Prior to the season starting, Hinson’s role with the team was limited as he was dealing with a blood abnormality. After discovering this and feeling unwell, he returned home for a brief period of time.

Despite all of the problems surrounding his health — and those issues drawing him away from the team — he has put together a strong sophomore campaign, but this does not come without its drawbacks.