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What to watch for as Rebels take on Mississippi State

The Ole Miss Rebels (16-11) are set to face cross-state rivals Mississippi State (14-12) Tuesday night in Starkville. After a disappointing 98-80 loss to the Arkansas Razorbacks on Saturday, head coach Andy Kennedy and his team are in do-or-die mode with March Madness just over the horizon. Here are a few things to watch for during the game:

Can Saiz bounce back?

Power forward Sebastian Saiz has been a pillar of consistency for the Rebels all season; as one of only two seniors on the roster, his on-court leadership is vital for a young and somewhat undersized Ole Miss team.