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Arkansas Faces South Carolina in MBB Showdown Preview

The Arkansas Razorbacks are set to face off against the South Carolina Gamecocks in an exciting SEC matchup. This game is particularly significant as it marks the beginning of Arkansas’s stretch of four home games out of six in January.

Game Details

The game will take place on Wednesday, January 14, at 8:00 PM CT. It will be held at Bud Walton Arena in Fayetteville, Arkansas, which has a capacity of 19,200 fans.

Broadcast Information

  • Television: SEC Network, with Mike Norgan and Jon Sundvold on commentary.
  • Radio: Learfield Razorback Sports Network, featuring Chuck Barrett and Matt Zimmerman.
  • Sirius/XM: Sirius 84, XM 84, and available via the SXM App.
  • Live Stats: Available on the official Arkansas Game Notes and SEC Men’s Basketball statistics.

Previous Matchup Insights

This will be the 43rd meeting between Arkansas and South Carolina since both joined the SEC in the 1991-92 season. Arkansas currently leads the series with 24 victories compared to South Carolina’s 18.

Recent Performance

Arkansas has won 9 out of the last 15 meetings against South Carolina, including a noteworthy 72-68 victory in the SEC Tournament last year, which ended a three-game losing streak to the Gamecocks.

Key Players to Watch

  • Nick Pringle: Previously with South Carolina, Pringle averaged 9.5 points and 6.3 rebounds with the Gamecocks last season.
  • Karter Knox: Knox’s brother, Kobe, plays for South Carolina and has started in all 16 games this season, averaging 9.0 points.
  • Malique Ewin: Known for his performance in January games, Ewin recorded a double-double against Auburn earlier this month.

Arkansas Performance Statistics

Arkansas ranks third in NCAA fastbreak points, averaging 20.4 points per game, and is 12th in three-point shooting percentage at 39.2%, making them the leader in the SEC.

Fans can anticipate an intense matchup as both teams are strategizing for a crucial win in the SEC standings. Follow @RazorbackMBB on X, Instagram, and Facebook for updates on Arkansas Men’s Basketball.

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