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Mississippi guard Sean Pedulla (Left) shoots as Jaden Akins dunks over Bryant’s Connor Withers (Right)
Mississippi guard Sean Pedulla rises for a shot against Iowa State in the NCAA second round (left), while Michigan State guard Jaden Akins throws down a dunk over Bryant’s Connor Withers in first-round action (right). Jeff Hanisch-Imagn, and Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

Here's how you can watch the Michigan State Spartans vs. the Ole Miss Rebels Sweet Sixteen matchup tonight: tipoff time and where to stream

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This is the 2025 March Madness Sweet Sixteen matchup to watch tonight. The MSU Spartans are only favored by a slim -3.5 points on the spread, meaning there is a whole lot of opportunity for the Ole Miss Rebels to pull off an upset.

MSU is led by Jaden Akins (12.7 PPG) and Jaxon Kohler (7.5 REB), and while Jaden Akins is not a high-scoring guard, Akin's athleticism, plus Kohler's rebounding ability, allows MSU to control the boards. Sean Pedulla (15.2 PPG) and the Ole Miss Rebels will have to compensate by scoring on first-chance opportunities.

In Sweet Sixteen matchups decided by 3-pointers and buzzer-beaters, you won't want to miss a moment of the action.


When is the Ole Miss Rebels vs. Michigan State Spartans Sweet Sixteen game?

Friday, March 28, 2025

  • Matchup: (6) Ole Miss Rebels vs. (2) Michigan State Spartans
  • Time: 4:09 PM (PST), 5:09 PM (MST), 7:09 PM (EST)
  • Network: CBS
  • Prediction: The Michigan State Spartans are favored by a slim -3.5 points on the spread
  • Who's winning: The MSU Spartans

How can I watch the Ole Miss Rebels vs. Michigan State Spartans' Sweet Sixteen game tonight?

You’ll need access to CBS through your livestreaming service platform or your cable TV provider to watch the Ole Miss vs. Michigan State March Madness game

What's the cheapest way to livestream the MSU Spartans vs. Ole Miss Rebels Sweet Sixteen game?

Hulu + Live TV, DIRECTV STREAM, YouTube TV, and Paramount Plus offer free trials, allowing you to catch tonight's Sweet Sixteen matchup without spending a dime. If you're a new subscriber to any of these livestreaming platforms, you'll get the MSU vs. Ole Miss matchup for free tonight.

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Ole Miss Rebels vs. Michigan State Spartans Stats: Quick side-by-side comparison and what you need to know

Here's what can go down: Michigan State can control the boards, and balance their offense amongst the team, but MSU can't shoot threes. Meanwhile, the Rebels are much better from downtown but can't get rebounds. 

If the Rebels lock up MSU in the paint, there's a chance they can pull through if they get some rebounds — but it's unlikely.

Key Stat Ole Miss Rebels  Michigan State Spartans 
PPG 77.2 78.2
REB 33.1 39.8
Field Goal % 44.2 46.1
Free Throw % 73.8 78.1
3-Point % 34.1 30.8

Who is winning the Ole Miss Rebels vs. Michigan State Spartans matchup?

Michigan State is sending Ole Miss home early tonight. There is a small chance that if the Rebels can force turnovers or get hot early from deep, they might open the floor and shift momentum. Still, we expect an MSU win. 


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