- Matchup: Arkansas Razorbacks vs Auburn Tigers
- Date: Saturday, January 10, 2026
- Venue: Neville Arena, Auburn, AL
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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The Auburn Tigers (9-6) will host the Arkansas Razorbacks (12-3) at Neville Arena for a thrilling NCAA showdown this Saturday.
In their last outing, the Arkansas Razorbacks clinched a victory against Ole Miss, finishing at 94-87. Arkansas showcased their shooting prowess with a floor goal percentage of 51.7% (31 of 60) and nailed 10 of their 24 attempts from beyond the arc. They excelled at the free-throw line, converting 22 of 30 opportunities for a solid 73.3% success rate. The Razorbacks secured a total of 28 rebounds, including 10 offensive boards, and dished out 19 assists while forcing 10 turnovers from their opponents and recording 7 steals. Defensively, Arkansas permitted Ole Miss to shoot at 50.8% (31 of 61). Despite Ole Miss generating 19 assists and 8 steals, they only managed 23 rebounds (7 offensive, 16 defensive) without any blocks. Ole Miss performed admirably at the charity stripe, making 17 of their 21 attempts for 81.0%. They struggled from long-range, hitting 8 of 26 shots. Foul counts showed the Razorbacks with 16 while Ole Miss accumulated 22.
Darius Acuff Jr. was instrumental in the Razorbacks’ performance, posting a shooting percentage of 38.9% with 9 assists in 33 minutes of play. He tallied 26 points, sinking 7 of 18 attempts.
Arkansas enters this contest with an impressive 12-3 record this season. They average only 9.9 turnovers per game and commit around 16.1 fouls each outing. As a team, they grab an average of 37.8 rebounds per game and have accumulated a total of 262 assists, ranking 61st nationally in passing efficiency. The Razorbacks are shooting 39.2% from three-point range (142 of 362) and 75.4% at the free-throw line. They’re scoring an average of 90.5 points per game, placing them 16th in the nation, while their overall shooting stands at 48.9%.
On the defensive side, the Razorbacks force an average of 12.1 turnovers while drawing 19.6 fouls per game. Unfortunately, they rank 255th nationally for assists allowed, surrendering 220 throughout the season. Arkansas’s defense permits a field goal percentage of 42.9% (414 of 965) and gives up 34.3 rebounds per game. They allow opponents to shoot 30.9% from three-point range while ranking 243rd in points allowed per game (75.7).
In their most recent match, the Auburn Tigers faced a narrow defeat against Texas A&M, finishing 90-88. Auburn struggled on the boards, allowing Texas A&M to secure 33 rebounds, including 12 offensive. The Tigers hit a commendable 43.3% from three-point land, making 13 of 30 attempts, and converted 13 out of 20 at the charity stripe (65.0%). Texas A&M managed to shoot 52.5% from the field, sinking 32 of 61 attempts. At the final whistle, Auburn shot 44.6% (29 of 65) overall and made 7 of 26 from deep (26.9%), alongside 23 successful free throws at 74.2%. Texas A&M racked up 21 fouls, sending the Tigers to the free-throw line 31 times. Auburn committed 13 turnovers while securing 20 defensive and 18 offensive boards for a total of 38 rebounds.
Keyshawn Hall made a significant impact for Auburn, netting 32 points in 37 minutes on the court with 3 assists. He shot 53.3%, making 8 of 15 attempts and recorded 12 boards.
Currently, Auburn stands at a 9-6 record for the season. Offensively, they shoot 47.0% from the field, ranking 100th nationwide. The Tigers have accumulated 1,305 points this year, averaging 87.0 points per game, and collect 38.9 rebounds each outing. They distribute assists at a rate of 14.3 times per game (195th in Division 1) while committing 11.1 turnovers and averaging 16.7 fouls per contest. Auburn also converts 72.6% of their free throws.
The Auburn defense concedes 34.2% from three-point range (130 of 380) while opponents hit 77.5% at the free-throw line. They allow an average of 14.3 assists and 33.0 rebounds per game, ranking 245th and 101st in those defensive metrics. The Tigers presently rank 317th in D-1 in points allowed per game, averaging 79.5. They force 12.5 turnovers while allowing teams to shoot 45.3% from the field (281st in college).
Who will take the victory in tonight’s NCAA matchup against the spread?
Prediction: Bet on Auburn
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