The Ole Miss fans saw it coming, but the failed comeback from Ole Miss men's basketball made the 2026 season's end that much tougher for the Rebel Nation.
Chris Beard's squad missed a shot at the SEC Tournament title and an automatic NCAA Tourney bid due to a mere 3-point deficit against Arkansas.
The effect that the unforgiving loss had on the team was evident in post-game media appearances, as Beard was barely holding back his tears when giving his post-game speech.
Chris Beard's emotional speech as Ole Miss heads into offseason
"But this team competed all the way to the end.