The Rebels fell behind 14-2 early on Saturday, and much of the first half seemed to be in Mississippi State's favor. Ole Miss was outrebounded by a wide margin before halftime (and finished the game 51-29 in that category), opening up the door for a lot of second-chance opportunities for the Bulldogs.

Despite an impressive comeback, Ole Miss basketball's overtime loss at Mississippi State showed one weakness the previously undefeated Rebels have.

Ole Miss and Mississippi State basketball will meet Saturday both as ranked teams for the first time ever. Here's how they have risen so quickly.