They Said He Was Too Small, Too Slow, and Too Inexperienced — But Under the Blazing Lights, Ole Miss Rebels Point Guard Became a Legend No One Will Ever Forget…

When the Ole Miss Rebels welcomed their freshman point guard, few expected him to make much of an impact. At barely 5’11” with modest speed and a lack of experience at the highest level, the critics were quick to write him off. They said he wouldn’t be able to handle the SEC’s physicality. They said he was too small, too slow, and far too inexperienced to lead a team with any real success.

From the start, he let his play do the talking. He never shied away from tough matchups, consistently hustled on both ends of the floor, and showed an innate basketball IQ that belied his years. He may not have had the flash of the SEC’s stars, but his determination was undeniable. With every game, he grew in confidence, and his teammates followed his lead.

Then came the SEC Tournament Final. The Rebels were down by one with just seconds remaining. The ball found its way into his hands — the one player no one had expected to be the hero. He dribbled past half-court, faked a drive, and launched a three-pointer with the clock ticking down.