Missouri vs Arkansas: A Highly Anticipated SEC Basketball Matchup
College basketball fans are in for a treat as the #20/17 Arkansas Razorbacks (19-7, 9-4 SEC) prepare to face off against the Missouri Tigers (18-8, 8-5 SEC). This promises to be a thrilling contest, especially as these two teams will meet twice within a short 14-day period, with this game serving as the regular-season finale for both.
Game Details
- Who: #20/17 Arkansas Razorbacks vs. Missouri Tigers
- What: SEC College Basketball Game
- When: Friday, February 21st – 3:00 PM (CT)
- Where: Fayetteville, Ark. • Bud Walton Arena / Nolan Richardson Court (Capacity: 19,200)
How to Follow the Action
Here’s how you can catch all the excitement:
- TV/Stream: ESPN / Watch ESPN (Commentary by Matt Schumacker and Richard Hendrix)
- Radio: Learfield Razorback Sports Network (Featuring Chuck Barrett and Matt Zimmerman)
- Sirius/XM: Channels 106 or 190 || SXM App/Online Channel 960 – Razorback Gameday App
- Live Stats: Arkansas Game Stats
- Game Notes: Arkansas Game Notes & Missouri Game Notes
- SEC Stats: SEC Men’s Basketball Release/Stats
A Battle of Offensive Powerhouses
Both the Arkansas Razorbacks and the Missouri Tigers boast impressive offensive capabilities. Arkansas currently leads the SEC and ranks 15th nationally in field goal percentage, converting 50.4% of their shots. Missouri isn’t far behind, ranking 27th in the NCAA with a 49.0% field goal percentage. This suggests a high-scoring affair is likely.
Defensive Prowess on Display
However, this game isn’t just about offense. Both teams also excel on the defensive end. Missouri ranks ninth in the NCAA in blocked shots, averaging 5.6 per game, while Arkansas is close behind at 14th nationally with 5.3 blocked shots per game. Expect a physical and competitive game in the paint.
Recent Performances
Arkansas is coming off a heartbreaking 117-115 double-overtime loss to Alabama on Wednesday. Meanwhile, Missouri secured a narrow 81-80 victory over #19 Vanderbilt. These recent results highlight the competitive nature of the SEC and the intensity we can expect in this matchup.
Looking Ahead
Following the game against Missouri, the Arkansas Razorbacks will host Texas A&M on Wednesday, February 25th, at 8 pm. Stay updated on all things Arkansas Men’s Basketball by following @RazorbackMBB on X, Instagram, and Facebook.
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