- Matchup: Arkansas Razorbacks vs Missouri Tigers
- Date: Saturday, March 7, 2026
- Venue: Mizzou Arena, Columbia, MO
- Broadcast: ESPN
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This Saturday, Mizzou Arena will host an electrifying encounter as the Missouri Tigers (20-10) square off against the Arkansas Razorbacks (22-8).
In their previous match, the Arkansas Razorbacks triumphed over Texas with a decisive scoreline of 105-85. The Razorbacks committed 22 fouls, while Texas had 19. Arkansas succeeded in hitting 5 of 13 attempts from beyond the arc. Texas managed to convert only 14 out of 27 free throws, posting a disappointing 51.9% conversion rate. In total, Texas accumulated 30 rebounds (9 offensive and 21 defensive) but failed to record a block. The Longhorns dished out 17 assists and made 6 steals. Defensively, the Razorbacks allowed Texas to shoot 49.3% from the field, permitting them to connect on 33 of 67 attempts. Arkansas contributed 21 assists, caused 9 turnovers, and came up with 8 steals. On the boards, they pulled down 33 rebounds, including 4 offensive. At the foul line, the Razorbacks were impressive, making 24 of 30 attempts, achieving an 80% rate. They concluded the game with a stellar 58.3% shooting percentage (35 of 60) and drained 11 of 19 three-point shots.
Darius Acuff Jr. stood out in the matchup, scoring 28 points on 8 of 15 shooting and also grabbing 3 rebounds in 36 minutes on the court. He recorded an impressive shooting percentage of 53.3% from the field along with 13 assists.
The Razorbacks enter this game with a season record of 22-8. They average an impressive 90.3 points per game, ranking 3rd in the nation, while hitting 50.3% from the field. The squad excels in three-point shooting at 38.0% (246 of 648) and converts 74.9% of their free throws. As a unit, Arkansas is averaging 35.7 rebounds per game, and they have tallied 516 assists this season, placing them 32nd nationally in assists. They are minimizing turnovers to 9.0 per game while committing an average of 17.1 personal fouls.
Defensively, the Razorbacks compel their opponents to commit an average of 11.8 turnovers per game while drawing 18.0 fouls. They limit opponents to 31.6% shooting from beyond the arc but rank 327th in allowing points per game, surrendering an average of 79.8. The team allows a field goal percentage of 45.3% (866 of 1,910) while giving away 34.7 rebounds per game. The Razorbacks are placed 268th in Division I for assists conceded, allowing 441 assists this year.
In their last match, the Missouri Tigers fell short, losing to Oklahoma with a score of 80-64. Missouri recorded 14 defensive rebounds and 8 on the offensive end, totaling 22 boards for the contest. They turned the ball over 15 times and managed 4 steals. Oklahoma committed 14 fouls, resulting in 16 free throw attempts for Missouri, who converted 8, registering a 50.0% success rate. The Tigers shot 33.3% from three-point range, making 8 out of 24 attempts, and ended with a field goal percentage of 47.1% by making 24 of 51 shots. Oklahoma excelled, shooting 62.2% from the floor by hitting 28 of 45 attempts and 54.5% from three-point range with 12 of 22 made, plus going 12 of 20 from the charity stripe (60.0%). Missouri allowed Oklahoma to gather a total of 25 rebounds, including 6 offensive.
Mark Mitchell made a significant impact for the Tigers, tallying 17 points in 36 minutes of play while distributing 3 assists. He recorded a perfect shooting performance, going 6 of 6 from the field, yielding a flawless 100% shooting percentage, alongside 2 rebounds.
Missouri holds a solid record of 20-10 this season. They are committing an average of 17.5 fouls per game and currently shoot 68.5% from the charity stripe. They facilitate 14.4 assists per contest (145th in D-1) and are averaging 12.3 turnovers per game. The Tigers have accumulated 2,393 points, averaging 79.8 per game, with 35.7 rebounds per contest. Offensively, Missouri is converting shots at 49.1%, ranking 27th in college basketball.
The defensive statistics for Missouri show they concede 36.5% on three-point attempts (280 of 768) and allow opponents to hit 74.9% from the free-throw line. They yield 13.0 assists and 32.0 rebounds per game, placing them 155th and 53rd respectively. Defensively, the Tigers are positioned 213th in the country for points per game allowed, giving up 74.8 points. They are forcing 11.5 turnovers per game while letting opponents shoot 43.2% from the field, which ranks them 115th nationally.
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s NCAA matchup against the spread?
Prediction: Select Missouri
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