Match Analysis: Ole Miss Rebels vs Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-06-01
- Time: 7:00 PM UTC
- Location: Oxford-University Stadium/Swayze Field
Game Overview
Ole Miss, the #10 national seed, hosts Georgia Tech in the Oxford Regional of the NCAA Tournament. This is an elimination or advancement game, heightening stakes for both teams. Ole Miss has home-field advantage and a strong fanbase, while Georgia Tech enters with a solid record and competitive roster.
Key Factors to Consider
- Ole Miss (home record not specified in available data) is a national seed and historically strong in Regionals. Georgia Tech boasts a 40-17 overall record, 19-11 in conference, and solid away performance (13-6), but only 1-2 on neutral fields, suggesting possible pressure on true road games[3][5]. Ole Miss is expected to leverage its home environment and tournament experience.
- Limited recent direct history; both teams have postseason pedigree. Georgia Tech is in the NCAA Regional for the fourth time in five years, while Ole Miss returns to hosting after a pause since 2021[2][5].
- No major injury updates reported for either team in available sources.
- Oxford heat and crowded home crowd could favor Ole Miss. Weather is noted as a factor by Ole Missβs coach, but current forecasts are not available. ESPN+ will broadcast the game[1][2][4].
- Both teams are highly motivated as this is a pivotal game in the NCAA Regionals. Ole Miss aims to reward their fans with a later start time, while Georgia Tech seeks to solidify its strong season with a deep postseason run[2][5].
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets: +100, Ole Miss Rebels: -130 | Ole Miss Rebels | β β β ββ 65% |
| Spread | Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets: +1.5 -145, Ole Miss Rebels: -1.5 +114 | Ole Miss Rebels to win by 1 run (does not cover spread) | β β β ββ 55% |
| Over/under | Over: 14.5 -115, Under: 14.5 -115 | Under | β β β ββ 60% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Ole Miss Rebels -1% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Under 14.5 12% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Under 14.5 at 12% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 14% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Ole Miss is favored by the bookies at home with a slight edge, but Georgia Tech has shown resilience and consistency throughout the season. The game is expected to be tightly contested, but Ole Miss is predicted to win by a slim margin.
Predicted Score: Ole Miss Rebels 6, Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets 5