Texas A&M (18-13, 9-9 SEC) ended the regular season on a high note, winning three consecutive SEC games, culminating with a blowout victory on the road vs. Ole Miss to the tune of 86-60.
Facing the Rebels once again in the second round of the SEC Tournament on Thursday, the Aggies received some positive news regarding their NCAA Tournament chances.
Last week, the Aggies were barely in the top 50 of the all-important NET rankings, but after defeating Ole Miss, Texas A&M is now ranked 46th in the NET and will have a chance to move up even more this week.
Outside of the rejuvenation of guard duo Wade Taylor IV and Tyrece Radford, it’s been the stellar play of junior guard Manny Obaseki combined with athletic sophomore forward Solomon Washington, providing an offensive surge and a significant momentum boost.
Going into Thursday’s rematch with the Rebels, the Aggies desperately need a victory to feel at least somewhat safe heading into Selection Sunday. However, multiple tournament analysts say it may take two wins, which would mean a rematch with the red-hot Kentucky Wildcats on Friday night if they prevail over Ole Miss.
No. 7-seed Texas A&M will play the 10-seed Ole Miss Rebels in the SEC tournament on Thursday, March 17, at 6 p.m. CT. The game will air on SEC Network.
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