Arkansas Razorbacks Edge Oklahoma Sooners in Close Contest
Friday, March 13, 2026, 10:10 PM ET · Bridgestone Arena
Arkansas Razorbacks 82, Oklahoma Sooners 79, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Oklahoma Sooners vs Arkansas Razorbacks?
Arkansas Razorbacks beat Oklahoma Sooners 82-79 at Bridgestone Arena on March 13, 2026.
Who was favored in Oklahoma Sooners vs Arkansas Razorbacks?
Arkansas Razorbacks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -258 (about 72% implied). The favorite won.
In a thrilling matchup at the Bridgestone Arena, the Arkansas Razorbacks narrowly defeated the Oklahoma Sooners with a final score of 82-79. This game was significant as it showcased the competitive spirit of both teams, particularly with Arkansas boasting a strong home record of 24-8 compared to Oklahoma's 19-15 away record. The Razorbacks entered the game with a recent form of 7-3 over their last ten games, including a two-game winning streak, while the Sooners were on a six-game winning streak, having gone 8-2 in their last ten.
Arkansas has been scoring impressively, averaging 92.2 points per game while allowing 85.7 in their last ten outings. Their recent games included a high-scoring victory against the Texas Longhorns, where they won 105-85, and a close win over the Missouri Tigers, 88-84. On the other hand, Oklahoma has also shown strong offensive capabilities, averaging 83.4 points and allowing 76.5 during the same stretch. Their last match before facing Arkansas was a convincing win against the Texas A&M Aggies, where they triumphed 83-63.
When considering home and away performances, Arkansas has excelled at home with a record of 4-1 in their last five home games, while Oklahoma has maintained a solid away record of 4-1 in their last five away games. This fixture was particularly noteworthy as it was a rematch of their previous encounters, which had been split 1-1 over the last two seasons. In their last meeting on January 28, 2026, Oklahoma secured a win with a score of 83-79, while Arkansas had previously lost to them 62-65 at home in the 2025 season.
In terms of injuries, no specific players were reported as unavailable for either team, allowing both squads to field their strongest lineups. The market had Arkansas favored by 6.5 points according to DraftKings, with a total set at 166.5 points. The odds reflected the Razorbacks' strong home advantage and recent form, while the Sooners' winning streak added an element of intrigue to the matchup.
The game conditions were typical for a neutral site, with both teams having to adjust to the arena's atmosphere. Viewers were treated to a closely contested game, with key scoring plays in the second half making a significant impact on the outcome. Notably, Tae Davis contributed crucial free throws that kept Oklahoma within striking distance, while Darius Acuff Jr. and Meleek Thomas made important baskets for Arkansas to maintain their lead as the clock wound down.
Ultimately, Arkansas's ability to execute in critical moments allowed them to secure the victory, reinforcing their status as a formidable opponent in the tournament.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | ARK -6.5 | 166.5 o -115 / u -105 | Oklahoma Sooners +210 · Arkansas Razorbacks -258 |
Leaders
- PointsDarius Acuff Jr.37Arkansas Razorbacks
- AssistsDarius Acuff Jr.5Arkansas Razorbacks
- ReboundsTrevon Brazile11Arkansas Razorbacks
- PointsNijel Pack19Oklahoma Sooners
- AssistsXzayvier Brown8Oklahoma Sooners
- ReboundsXzayvier Brown7Oklahoma Sooners
Recent form
Arkansas Razorbacks
Last 10: 7-3Streak W292.2 scored · 85.7 allowed per game4-1 at home
- W88-84at Missouri TigersMar 7
- W105-85vs Texas LonghornsMar 5
- L77-111at Florida GatorsMar 1
- W99-84vs Texas A&M AggiesFeb 26
- W94-86vs Missouri TigersFeb 21
- L115-117at Alabama Crimson TideFeb 19
- W88-75vs Auburn TigersFeb 15
- W91-62at LSU TigersFeb 11
- W88-68at Mississippi State BulldogsFeb 7
- L77-85vs Kentucky WildcatsJan 31
Oklahoma Sooners
Last 10: 8-2Streak W683.4 scored · 76.5 allowed per game4-1 away
- W83-63at Texas A&M AggiesMar 13
- W86-74vs South Carolina GamecocksMar 12
- W88-85at Texas LonghornsMar 8
- W80-64vs Missouri TigersMar 4
- W83-67at LSU TigersFeb 28
- W91-79vs Auburn TigersFeb 25
- L71-75vs Texas A&M AggiesFeb 22
- L66-89at Tennessee VolunteersFeb 19
- W94-78vs Georgia BulldogsFeb 14
- W92-91at Vanderbilt CommodoresFeb 7
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida | 27-8 | - | 16-2 |
| Arkansas | 28-9 | 3 | 13-5 |
| Alabama | 25-10 | 3 | 13-5 |
| Vanderbilt | 27-9 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Tennessee | 25-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Texas A&M | 22-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Georgia | 22-11 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Kentucky | 22-14 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Missouri | 20-13 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Texas | 21-15 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Auburn | 22-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Oklahoma | 21-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Mississippi State | 13-19 | 11 | 5-13 |
| Ole Miss | 15-20 | 12 | 4-14 |
| South Carolina | 13-19 | 12 | 4-14 |
| LSU | 15-17 | 13 | 3-15 |
Box score
| Stat | Oklahoma Sooners | Arkansas Razorbacks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 29-65 | 28-64 |
| Field goal % | 45 | 44 |
| Three-pointers | 4-16 | 8-21 |
| Three-point % | 25 | 38 |
| Free throws | 17-20 | 18-22 |
| Free throw % | 85 | 82 |
| Rebounds | 36 | 37 |
| Offensive rebounds | 11 | 13 |
| Defensive rebounds | 25 | 24 |
| Assists | 16 | 13 |
| Steals | 3 | 7 |
| Blocks | 3 | 7 |
| Turnovers | 8 | 7 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 5 | 11 |
| Fast-break points | 6 | 14 |
| Points in the paint | 46 | 34 |
| Fouls | 18 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 8 | 7 |
| Lead changes | 16 | 16 |
| Time in front | 51 | 38 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half48-48Trevon Brazile makes layup (Darius Acuff Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half48-49Darius Acuff Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-50Darius Acuff Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-50Mohamed Wague makes layup (Dayton Forsythe assists)
- 2nd Half50-52Darius Acuff Jr. makes 12-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half50-54Trevon Brazile makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half51-54Dayton Forsythe makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-54Derrion Reid makes 8-foot jumper (Xzayvier Brown assists)
- 2nd Half55-54Mohamed Wague makes layup (Jadon Jones assists)
- 2nd Half55-57Meleek Thomas makes 22-foot three point jumper (Darius Acuff Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half57-57Derrion Reid makes layup (Xzayvier Brown assists)
- 2nd Half58-57Derrion Reid makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half61-57Nijel Pack makes 23-foot three point jumper (Xzayvier Brown assists)
- 2nd Half61-58Trevon Brazile makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-59Trevon Brazile makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-61Malique Ewin makes layup (Darius Acuff Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half63-61Kirill Elatontsev makes layup (Tae Davis assists)
- 2nd Half63-62Darius Acuff Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-63Darius Acuff Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-63Kirill Elatontsev makes layup (Xzayvier Brown assists)
- 2nd Half65-65Darius Acuff Jr. makes driving layup
- 2nd Half65-66Darius Acuff Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-67Darius Acuff Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-67Dayton Forsythe makes driving layup
- 2nd Half67-69Malique Ewin makes 6-foot dunk
- 2nd Half67-71Billy Richmond III makes layup
- 2nd Half67-73Trevon Brazile makes 3-foot dunk (Meleek Thomas assists)
- 2nd Half69-73Tae Davis makes driving layup
- 2nd Half69-76Darius Acuff Jr. makes 28-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half72-76Tae Davis makes 23-foot three point jumper (Derrion Reid assists)
- 2nd Half72-77Billy Richmond III makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-77Mohamed Wague makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-77Tae Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-77Tae Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-79Darius Acuff Jr. makes 19-foot jumper (D.J. Wagner assists)
- 2nd Half77-79Xzayvier Brown makes layup
- 2nd Half77-80Meleek Thomas makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half77-81Meleek Thomas makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half79-81Tae Davis makes driving layup
- 2nd Half79-82Darius Acuff Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Arkansas Razorbacks, below favours Oklahoma Sooners.
Venue
- Bridgestone ArenaNashville, TN
- Attendance15085
- OfficialsJoe Lindsay, K.B. Burdett, Todd Austin
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