Sun Mar 23 22:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Ole Miss Rebels Face Stiff Test Against Iowa State in NCAA Tournament Showdown
**Milwaukee, WI** – The Ole Miss Rebels basketball team will look to continue their Cinderella run in the NCAA Tournament when they face the 3-seed Iowa State Cyclones on Sunday. The Rebels, who edged out North Carolina in a thrilling first-round victory, are aiming for a Sweet Sixteen berth in just their second year under head coach Chris Beard.
Iowa State, a consistent Big 12 contender, boasts a strong offense and defense, making them a formidable opponent. A win for the Cyclones would mark their third Sweet Sixteen appearance in four seasons. The winner of Sunday’s matchup will advance to Atlanta to face the victor of the New Mexico-Michigan State game.
The game will be broadcast nationally on truTV, with Kevin Harlan, Dan Bonner, and Stan Van Gundy on commentary. Streaming options include FUBO TV. While Ole Miss displayed a hot start in their opening game, some analysts, like Clarion Ledger reporter Sam Hutchens, predict a closer contest, forecasting a 74-68 victory for Iowa State. The game tips off at [Insert Time Here] at Fiserv Forum.
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