Loss to No. 1 Auburn shows No. 23 Ole Miss is on its way but not quite there, yetby:Jake Thompson•about 10 hours•JakeThompsonOn3Read In AppFeb 1, 2025; Oxford, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi Rebels forward Jaemyn Brakefield (4) drives to the basket as Auburn Tigers forward/center Johni Broome (4) defends during the second half at The Sandy and John Black Pavilion at Ole Miss. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn ImagesThe 23rd-ranked Rebels had plenty of chances to secure its first win over an AP No. 1 team in 17 tries but Auburn was clutch when it mattered.