Arkansas Razorbacks Dominate Mississippi State Bulldogs
In a dominating performance, the No. 21 Arkansas Razorbacks secured an impressive 88-68 triumph over the Mississippi State Bulldogs on Saturday. At the heart of Arkansas’s victory were Darius Acuff, who led all scorers with 24 points, and Trevon Brazile, who contributed 19 points to the win. The Razorbacks, boasting a 17-6 record with a 7-3 mark in the Southeastern Conference, showcased their offensive prowess by shooting 52% from the field, including making eight shots from beyond the arc. This outcome marked Arkansas’s largest victory margin in a conference road game this season.
Key Performers and Statistics
Meleek Thomas also made significant contributions with 17 points, while Billy Richmond added 14 points of his own. On the other side, Mississippi State, now at 11-12 overall and 3-7 in SEC play, saw Josh Hubbard lead their scoring with 16 points, but a remarkable streak ended as he failed to connect on any of his four attempts from three-point range. Hubbard had previously made at least one three-pointer in 69 consecutive games, a record in the SEC.
Game Highlights
Mississippi State struggled offensively, recording just 3 of 15 from long range and committing 11 turnovers, which Arkansas capitalized on, outscoring them by a notable 19-4 in points off turnovers. The Razorbacks sprinted ahead with a significant 20-2 run in the first half, highlighted by a crucial 3-point play from Acuff, leading to a 43-30 halftime lead for Arkansas.
Looking Ahead
In addition to his scoring, Acuff also tallied eight assists and five rebounds, making his performance pivotal in the Razorbacks’ success. Meanwhile, Achor Achor was a bright spot for the Bulldogs, putting up 15 points along with eight rebounds, and freshman Jamarion Davis-Fleming added 12 points to the mix. With a disappointing record of one win in the last eight conference games, Mississippi State hopes to rebound as they face No. 25 Tennessee at home next Wednesday.
Next, Arkansas will aim to continue their momentum on Tuesday as they head to LSU, seeking to further solidify their standing in the SEC.
