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Arkansas Razorbacks Set to Lock Horns with Tennessee Volunteers at Bud Walton Arena

As the Arkansas Razorbacks prepare to host the Tennessee Volunteers at the Bud Walton Arena, fans are eager for what promises to be an enthralling encounter. The Razorbacks have been showing a strong performance trend, as evidenced by their recent games.


Feb 28, 2023; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers guard Santiago Vescovi (25) brings the ball up court against the Arkansas Razorbacks during the second half at Thompson-Boling Arena. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports

In their last home game against Abilene Christian Wildcats, Arkansas displayed a remarkable comeback in the second half, outscoring their opponents by 55 points to secure an 83-73 victory. Their field goal percentage was impressive at fifty-two percent and they dominated on rebounds with forty-five compared to thirty-four by the Wildcats. However, turnovers were a concern as they gave up possession seventeen times.


The previous game against Lipscomb Bisons saw a tighter contest with Arkansas edging out a win at 69-66. They maintained high efficiency in shooting with fifty-three percent from the field and sixty percent from inside the arc but struggled from the free-throw line hitting only half of their attempts.


Feb 28, 2023; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers guard Zakai Zeigler (5) goes to the basket against the Arkansas Razorbacks during the first half at Thompson-Boling Arena. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports

An away game against Oklahoma Sooners revealed some weaknesses as Arkansas fell short 70-79 despite putting up a fight. The team's free throw accuracy was commendable at eighty-four percent but overall field goals dropped to forty percent and three-point shots were just twenty-two percent successful.


The upcoming match-up will test Arkansas's ability to maintain their offensive efficiency while tightening up on turnovers which have been problematic in past games. The home advantage at Bud Walton Arena could play a pivotal role; it is known for its electrifying atmosphere that often boosts player morale and can intimidate visiting teams.


Feb 28, 2023; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers forward Jonas Aidoo (0) dunks the ball against the Arkansas Razorbacks during the second half at Thompson-Boling Arena. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports

Fans can catch this exciting clash scheduled for February 15th at 02:00 AM GMT (February 14th, local time). It will be broadcasted nationally on ESPN2 channel number two hundred nine. Don't miss what is set up to be another chapter in this thrilling college basketball season!

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