Kirsten Deans Dominates with 16 Points in Ole Miss Blowout Victory
- Kirsten Deans scored 16 points and grabbed seven rebounds in the game.
- Mississippi outscored Arkansas-Pine Bluff significantly, achieving a 50-14 halftime lead.
- The Lady Rebels displayed strong defensive skills, limiting their opponent to just 24 points.
On November 10, 2024, Kirsten Deans led the No. 20 Mississippi women's basketball team to a resounding victory over Arkansas-Pine Bluff with a score of 85-24. The game took place in Oxford, Mississippi, where Deans, coming off the bench, showcased her skills by scoring 16 points, making three 3-pointers, and securing seven rebounds. Mississippi established dominance early, powered by strong contributions from other reserves, including Christeen Iwuala and Ayanna Thompson, establishing a 50-14 lead by halftime. The Rebels' defense was particularly impressive, allowing UAPB to score just three points in the third quarter. This outstanding defensive performance marked it as the fewest points allowed by Ole Miss since a prior match in November of the previous season. The team's overall shooting performance included hitting nearly 44% of their shots from the field, while their opponents struggled severely, achieving only 14.8% shooting. Mississippi rebounded impressively from a narrow loss to No. 3 Southern California in their season opener, demonstrating significant improvement. The victory puts the Lady Rebels at 1-1 for the season, indicating their potential as a strong team moving forward. They are set to face Delaware State in their next matchup, providing a chance to build on this impressive win and momentum in the season ahead.