Arkansas, Ole Miss and Chris Beard

Ole Miss Basketball's Chris Beard Breaks Down Crucial Conference Win at Arkansas
Ole Miss basketball earned a crucial SEC win Wednesday night, defeating rival Arkansas 73-66 in Bud Walton Arena, the program's first victory there since January of 2015. After the game, Ole Miss head coach Chris Beard broke down what worked well for his team in the win, especially as they handled a hostile environment.
How Chris Beard, Malik Dia grew together in Ole Miss basketball's win at Arkansas
Ole Miss forward Malik Dia set his season and Ole Miss high in points against Arkansas. The Rebels' win was a building moment for him and Chris Beard.
Everything Ole Miss coach Chris Beard had to say ahead of Arkansas
No. 22 Ole Miss has its first SEC road trip of the 2024-25 season Wednesday at Arkansas. Tipoff is 6 p.m. CT on ESPN2. The Rebels (12-2, 1-0 SEC) are coming off a 63-51 win over Georgia last weekend.
Malik Dia Gives Ole Miss Basketball 'Special Performance' in Win Over Arkansas
Jan 8, 2025; Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA; Ole Miss Rebels forward Malik Dia (0) reacts after making a there point shot in the second half against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Bud Walton Arena. Ole Miss won 73-66. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-Imagn Images / Nelson Chenault-Imagn Images
Chris Beard: Ole Miss kept 'explosive' Arkansas basketball team from second-half runs
Arkansas forward Adou Thiero (3) helps up teammate Boogie Fland (2) as Ole Miss head coach Chris Beard (right) and forward Jaemyn Brakefield (4) look on, Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2025, during the second half of the Razorbacks' 73-66 loss to the Rebels at Bud Walton Arena in Fayetteville. (Hank Layton/WholeHogSports)
Where Ole Miss basketball, Chris Beard stand in updated March Madness bracket predictions
Ole Miss did not make the NCAA tournament in coach Chris Beard's first season last year. The Rebels finished 20-12 (7-11 SEC) last season and were a bubble team. Beard has March Madness success on his resume. He took Texas Tech to the Final Four in 2019. The Red Raiders lost the national championship to Virginia in overtime.
Ole Miss' Chris Beard Praises John Calipari, Arkansas Basketball Ahead of SEC Bout
Ole Miss is scheduled to take on the Arkansas Razorbacks on Wednesday night, and the Hogs are led by legendary head coach John Calipari. Rebels coach Chris Beard is anticipating a real challenge when Ole Miss hits the hardwood this week.
Where Ole Miss basketball, Chris Beard rank in Week 10 polls
After getting a win to open SEC play, Ole Miss basketball was rewarded slightly in the polls. The Rebels (12-2, 1-0) are No. 22 in the USA TODAY Coaches Poll, up from No. 23 last week. Ole Miss is No.
Chris Beard's biggest concern for Ole Miss basketball showed up big in loss to Memphis
After Ole Miss basketball took its worst loss of the season at Memphis on Saturday, coach Chris Beard says rebounding is a focal point for improvement
Chris Beard Likes the 'Fight' He Saw From Ole Miss Basketball Against Georgia
"As a coach, I always try to do what's best to help our players," Beard said. "I have certainly coached some teams where you have to joystick it and coach every play. I have also
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Malik Dia’s big night ‘earned some trust’ in Chris Beard as No. 23 Ole Miss defeats Arkansas on the road
There has been a constant expectation for Malik Dia to showcase why Chris Beard went after him and brought him to Oxford.
Chris Beard Wants Veteran Ole Miss Basketball Players to 'Embrace Every Possession'
Ole Miss Rebels head coach Chris Beard wasn't pleased with what he saw from some of his experienced players on Saturday.