Ole Miss basketball dropped a tough one to Vanderbilt on Saturday, losing 77-72 in Nashville. The Rebels (19-8, 8-6 SEC) overcame a 19-point deficit in the first half, trailing by eight points going into the half.

Vanderbilt basketball nearly blew a 19-point lead, but held on to win, 77-72, on Saturday at Memorial Gymnasium. The Commodores got off to an excellent start in the first half, building up a lead as many as 19 points.

Chris Manon’s 3-pointer with 3:50 left put Vanderbilt ahead to stay as the Commodores beat No. 24 Ole Miss 77-72 Saturday to snap a three-game skid.