ANALYST: Chris Beard, Ole Miss WILL BEAT Michigan State, Become TOP STORY of Round of Eight

Welcome to the Locked on Ole Miss podcast, hosted by Steven Willis! 🏀 Ole Miss basketball is on the brink of history as they face Michigan State in the NCAA tournament's Sweet 16. Can the Rebels become the tournament's biggest story with a victory? Ole Miss has already matched their best season ever, and a win could redefine their legacy. Steven Willis breaks down the matchup, highlighting Ole Miss's athletic frontcourt as a potential game-changer against Michigan State's defense. With Malik Dia and Jaemyn Brakefield leading the charge, can Ole Miss exploit mismatches and force turnovers to secure a win? Key insights include the importance of limiting Michigan State's transition offense and minimizing the rebounding deficit. Willis predicts a defensive showdown, with Ole Miss edging out a 59-53 victory, thanks to a clutch three-pointer from Sean Pedulla. Could this be the game that propels Malik Dia up NBA draft boards? Don't miss this packed episode as we explore Ole Miss's path to glory! Subscribe, like, and share to stay updated with the latest in Ole Miss sports. 📈 Keywords: Ole Miss basketball, Michigan State, NCAA tournament, Sweet 16, Malik Dia, Jaemyn Brakefield, Steven Willis, Locked on Ole Miss, Sean Pedulla, college basketball, Ole Miss podcast. 0:00 Intro: Ole Miss vs Michigan State preview 5:06 Ole Miss's impressive wins this season 10:13 Nissan Armada Pro 4X sponsorship 15:21 Malik Dia's importance against Michigan State 20:30 Schedule changes and tournament coverage 25:38 Prediction: Ole Miss to win 59-53 Ole Miss basketball, Chris Beard, Michigan State, NCAA Tournament, Sweet 16, Sean Pedulla, Malik Dia, Dre Davis, Matthew Morrell, Tom Izzo, rebounding battle, turnovers, Jaemyn Brakefield, Elite Eight, March Madness, SEC basketball, Spartans, Rebels, CBS broadcast, Atlanta, State Farm Arena, upset potential, defensive matchup, frontcourt athleticism, rock fight WANT MORE OLE MISS SPORTS CONTENT? Become an LOOM Insider HERE https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonolemiss For your next listen, check out the Locked On College Football podcast ! From NIL deals to never ending conference realignment rumors, Spencer McLaughlin gets you ready for an exciting season on the gridiron! Click HERE to listen now. Part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Nissan Take your adventures to new heights in the All-New Nissan Armada PRO-4X. Learn more at NissanUSA.com . Disclaimers: Optional features. Towing capacity varies by configuration. See Nissan Towing Guide and Owner’s Manual for additional information. Always secure cargo. Supply House Join the Trade Master program today at SupplyHouse.com/TM and start ordering plumbing, HVAC, and electrical supplies with just a few clicks. Plus, use promo code SH5 for 5% off your first order . That’s SupplyHouse.com ! 5-Hour ENERGY Head to 5-hourENERGY.com to find over 15 flavors to choose from, including Watermelon, Blue Raspberry, and Peach-Mango. Need one now? Grab a 5-hour ENERGY shot at your local grocery or convenience store—they’re everywhere! Stock up today and stay energized. Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE at monarchmoney.com for 50% off your first year. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Right now, new customers can get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS when your first FIVE DOLLAR BET WINS! Download the app or head to FANDUEL.COM to get started. Bet with FanDuel—Official Partner of the NBA. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) https://www.pickledstore.com/products/stuarts-cajun-dill-pickles-quart.html Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.