The Ole Miss men’s basketball team will try to defend Craddock Court once again on Saturday against Cal State Bakersfield.
The Rebels face a softer portion of their schedule after back-to-back losses to Oklahoma State and No. 24 Butler. Their next four opponents are below .500,presenting a chance to get back into a rhythm and build momentum before conference play in the new year.
No. 8 Gonzaga dismantled the 4-6 Roadrunners by in their only matchup against a ranked team so far, and have yet to play a Power-5 opponent.
After Saturday’s game, the Rebels will face Middle Tennessee State at home before a matchup with Southeastern Louisiana in the Mississippi Coliseum in Jackson.